Sustainable from the Start: The Handbag Clinic

Fashion companies often argue that circularity is not profitable, but The Handbag Clinic is proof that it is possible to make money with a circular business model – as long as leaders show strong commitment.

Charlotte Staerck, founder and CEO of the UK-based company that repairs, restores and resells luxury handbags, has built her career around extending the life and value of these beloved products. Today after around a decade of operations, the company employs 35 people and generates around £6 million in annual sales.