Speaking & Media

Rachel Van Metre Kibbe, CEO & Founder of Circular Services Group, is a trusted voice at the intersection of circular economy, policy, and innovation. She delivers insights on scaling circular systems at leading academic institutions, government briefings, and industry forums worldwide. She has spoken at international summits, universities, executive forums, and on broadcast media and podcasts, providing insight into the evolving landscape of circular business models, trade, and regulatory strategy.

2025 Speaking Engagements

Rachel has shared her insights on circular economy, policy, and innovation at premier academic, industry, and international forums, including:

• U.S. Private Sector Representative, G7 Circular Design Workshop

• Guest Lecturer, Harvard University

• Guest Lecturer, Yale University

• Guest Lecturer, Columbia University

• Speaker, Slow Fashion Caucus Briefing on Capitol Hill

• Speaker, Americas Act Reception on Capitol Hill (2024)

• Speaker, Washington DC Climate Week

• Speaker, San Francisco Climate Week — Fireside Chat with ThredUp

• Panelist, Innovation Forum: Sustainable Apparel and Textiles Conference (New York)

• Speaker, Textile Exchange Conference (Pasadena, CA)

• Panelist, Unspun x Commons at Rivian Event

• Executive Roundtable Host, American Circular Textiles, (San Francisco)

• Speaker and Guest of Honor, Sutton Brands Event (New York City)

Selected Media Features and Producer Credits

Rachel has produced and been featured in major podast media outlets, including:

• NPR’s Here and Now — The Future of Circularity in Textiles

• Modern Retail Podcast — The Push for Circular Fashion Policy

• CBS Los Angeles — Interview on Circular Economy and Policy

• Hot Buttons Podcast - Ex. Producer&Co-host, The future of fashion on a changing planet

Book Rachel

For speaking engagements and press inquiries, please contact: press@circularservicesgroup.

Press kit available upon request.