LONDON — Livia Firth‘s consultancy firm Eco-Age is closing after 17 years in enterprise.
In a somber assertion on Instagram, the Italian activist wrote “tragically the enterprise was focused by criminals, and though we tried — we actually tried — now we have been unable to get well financially from the influence. As a consequence of an ongoing police investigation, we’re unable to remark additional on the specifics of the case. However we stay up for justice sooner or later and thank the police for his or her work.”
Firth thanked her Eco-Age staff and household for his or her onerous work and dedication to the corporate. She didn’t specify particulars of the incident, however stated, “As you’ll be able to think about, to have a lot snatched away in such stunning circumstances creates an emotional vortex. However I additionally know we can not actually take the top of Eco-Age as a defeat.”
Colin and Livia Firth
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Since its starting in 2009, the eco-consultancy has suggested shoppers on trade developments, modifications to the coverage panorama and sensible steerage on avoiding greenwashing.
Through the years the enterprise has expanded to London and Milan places of work whereas extending its advocacy to the style, luxurious and textile industries, NGOs, customers and extra.
Eco-Age’s shoppers have included Golden Goose, Ugg, Vanish, Messa, Harrods and the Pure Diamond Council.
George Harding-Rolls
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The corporate is probably finest identified for its Inexperienced Carpet Trend Awards, which have featured appearances by Zendaya, Stella McCartney and Cate Blanchett. It additionally held Renaissance Awards for younger leaders.
Within the final yr, the enterprise has been making a number of modifications.
In August 2023, George Harding-Rolls, previously of the Altering Markets Basis, took up the function of coverage director.
Firth named Harriet Vocking because the enterprise’ new chief government officer in January. She had served in numerous roles on the firm, together with as chief technique officer and chief model officer.
