YTalks Berlin: Unlock Sustainable Innovation – Strategies for Business & Product

Unlock Sustainable Innovation – Practical Strategies for Business & Product

Join Thoughtworks Berlin and the Berlin Product Managers (bpm) community on July 9th, 2025, for YTalks Berlin: Unlock Sustainable Innovation – Practical Strategies for Business & Product

We're bringing together curious minds at the intersection of customer experience, product, design, and technology for an evening dedicated to Sustainability. Following the success of our inaugural YTalks event, we're excited to dive deep into how businesses can integrate sustainability for competitive advantage and long-term impact.

Secure your spot now! You'll gain actionable strategies to embed sustainability into your products and business models through insightful lightning talks and engaging discussion circles. This is your chance to connect with fellow professionals, share ideas, and be part of a community dedicated to building a more sustainable world.

Our expert speakers will share practical insights and approaches to creating sustainable products and businesses:

➡️ Lina Bauer [Lead Consultant Business Analyst at Thoughtworks] & Patrick Hypscher [Circular Business Strategist, Founder of Green PO & Circularity.fm] on Green by Default: Practical Steps Toward Sustainable Products. This talk, based on the Digital Product Sustainability Pulse Report, will equip product teams with actionable steps to integrate sustainability, covering key barriers, leadership support, and the Product Owner's role.

➡️ Victor Matos [Designer at Aklamio] on Futurable Solutions: How Sustainability in the Design Process leads to Innovation, Profit, and Product Longevity. Victor will explore how sustainability can be a strategic lever for innovation, risk reduction, and competitive advantage within the design context and product development.

➡️ Jan von der Heyde [Founder & Managing Partner at Protellus] on Circular product-service system business models (PaaS) for sustainable impact. Jan will discuss how new circular PaaS business models can help businesses enhance their sustainability efforts.

Genevieve Brechel [Senior Service & Experience Designer at Thoughtworks] dedicated to building services, products and communities with impact, will be our MC for the evening.
Each speaker will then host a discussion table where you can have a deeper dive into their topic, ask questions, and engage in more intimate conversations with fellow participants.

This event is for you if you're a:
➡️ Product Manager: Discover practical frameworks to integrate sustainability into your roadmap and build impactful products.
➡️ Designer: Learn how sustainable design drives innovation, reduces risk, and ensures product longevity.
➡️ Business Leader: Explore new circular product-service system business models (PaaS) to enhance your sustainability efforts and gain a competitive edge.
➡️ Developer or Tech Enthusiast: Understand the role of technology in driving a sustainable shift across industries.

Register today and join us as we explore how to Unlock Sustainable Innovation – Practical Strategies for Business & Product

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Event Details:

• Date: July 9th, 2025
• Time: 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM CET
• Location: Thoughtworks Event Space, Revaler Str. 29, 10245 Berlin

### REGISTER NOW: Join us at YTalks Berlin on Sustainability

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About bpm: The Berlin Product Managers community brings together tech builders across product, design, engineering, and founders. Join our vibrant community of product professionals, creating a space to enjoy and have fun on this journey, fostering a supportive environment to help you thrive as a professional.

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Code of Conduct
We adhere to the Berlin Code of Conduct to ensure a welcoming and respectful environment for all participants. The event space operates under largely compatible Thoughtworks Meetups & Events CoC.

Accessibility
The location is accessible for wheelchair users. This includes the entrance (no steps to get into the location), toilets, and the stage.