Harald Friedl practiced circular economy, sustainability and business for over 10 years and is now an active innovator who drives growth and circularity globally with his clients' companies.
Not simply a theory guy, Harald teaches what he knows from experience and is passionate about sharing his expertise with today’s most dynamic business leaders.
Harald is a globally recognized leader and entrepreneur in the circular economy movement. As the former CEO of Circle Economy, Friedl spearheaded initiatives to promote sustainable business models, focusing on resource efficiency, waste reduction, and long-term economic viability. His work has influenced corporate strategies and public policies across industries, with a particular emphasis on building resilient and sustainable value chains.
Friedl has collaborated with Fortune 500 companies, governments, and international organizations to implement circular solutions, addressing climate change, resource scarcity, and economic inequality. His expertise in fostering partnerships between business and policy sectors has been instrumental in driving systemic change toward more sustainable development practices.
In addition to his leadership roles, Friedl is a co-founder of various ventures aimed at advancing sustainability and social impact. He is a sought-after speaker, known for his ability to inspire and educate audiences on the opportunities within the circular economy. His thought leadership has been featured in prominent media outlets and academic publications worldwide.
Circular Economy Innovation Agency
Harald founded the “Circular Economy Innovation Agency” to scale circularity. CIA is a boutique consulting company that brings circular and regenerative strategies to new industries, into new locations and is synthesizing new partnerships.
