Accelerating Circularity, a nonprofit organization dedicated to building circular systems that transform used textiles into new raw materials, has announced a leadership change.
Eileen Mockus will take on the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO). She is an industry veteran with over 20 years of experience in sustainable innovation at major brands such as Coyuchi, Patagonia and The North Face. At the same time, the founder and current CEO Karla Magruder is moving to the chairmanship of the board. Magruder has led the organization to global recognition since 2019 and will continue to advise on strategic direction.
Magruder expressed confidence about the transition. During her tenure, she brought together major brands, launched textile-to-textile products at scale, and secured a commitment from the Clinton Global Initiative. She said: “It has been the honor of my career to found and lead Accelerating Circularity. With Eileen’s expertise and passion for environmentally friendly textile systems, the organization is perfectly positioned to move from pilot programs to industry-wide implementation. I look forward to continuing to support this mission as Board Chair.”
This leadership change marks a pivotal moment for Accelerating Circularity. It signals progress from the concept phase and pilot programs to the commercial implementation of textile-to-textile (T2T) recycling systems. At the same time, the organization’s tools, resources and educational initiatives are expanding.
The new CEO Mockus is known for her extensive experience in sustainable product development and supply chain strategy. Sharing her excitement about the journey ahead, she added: “I am delighted to take on this role at such a pivotal time. The foundations are in place and the partnerships are strong. The demand for scalable textile-to-textile recycling has never been greater. Together we can ensure the transition to a future where textiles are no longer wasted.”
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