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Textile Innovation
Ep. 139: Power of education and collaboration
In this episode of WTiN’s Textile Innovation Podcast we speak John Higginson, CEO of Eco Age.
Welcome back to WTiN’s Textile Innovation Podcast. In our first episode of 2026 we are joined by John Higginson, CEO and founder of Higginson Strategy and CEO of Eco Age.
In today’s episode we focus on Higginson’s work with UK-based Eco Age – a consultancy and media platform focused on transforming the fashion and beauty industries towards greater sustainability. Throughout the episode we speak about the work that Eco Age does, who it works with and how it is informing consumers nation and worldwide.
Higginson touches upon his background in politics and how legislation is powered by the consumer, plus how it will change the industry moving forward. He speaks about the power of collaboration and education for brands, manufacturers and consumers.
Additionally, we speak about the power of events such as The Green Carpet Fashion Awards (GCFA), which unites creative visionaries and industry leaders to celebrate excellence in innovation and transformative impact on a global scale.
There are many companies that Eco Age works with such as Textile Genesis, Sparxell and Healixa, which we also mention throughout the podcast.
If you would like to learn more, please visit eco-age.com.