Speakers 2026
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Cyrille Jegu
Cyrille is a Director of Finance, Operations, and Governance at Responsible Steel he worked as a consultant, coach, and facilitator focused on individual and organisational development, transformation, governance, systems design, and implementation. Cyrille has worked in over 30 European and Asian countries in the last 25 years, helping organisations in the finance, manufacturing, utilities, services, government, and voluntary sectors. He is currently serving on the board of several for-profit and not-for-profit organisations.
He holds an MBA from Macquarie University (Australia), Postgraduate Certificates in Sustainable Business from Cambridge University (UK), and Strategic Sustainable Development and Sustainable Engineering from Blekinge Institute of Technology (Sweden). -

Vanessa Podmore
Vanessa Podmore is a global expert in responsible sourcing and sustainability across footwear, leather goods, and fashion. She brings deep supply chain expertise from both luxury and high street sectors, with extensive international experience in Asia and Europe. Known for her leadership, strategic thinking, and cross-cultural understanding, she has led sourcing teams, driven sustainability initiatives, and contributed to industry boards. She is respected for her integrity, ability to navigate complex environments, and commitment to shaping a more responsible future for the fashion industry.
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Victoria Snelling
Victoria is the Director of Standards and Assurance at the Leather Working Group. She is a highly experienced professional with extensive expertise in standards development, team leadership, and stakeholder management. She has proven track record of driving process improvements, managing complex portfolios, and leading high-performing teams in fast-paced environments. She is also recognized for strong communication skills and the ability to deliver impactful messages to diverse audiences. She is passionate about coaching and developing talent to achieve organizational goals.