# Sustainable Fashion Innovation Society (SFIS) > The first international non-profit organization entirely dedicated to the sustainable transition of fashion, design, and lifestyle sectors. ## Overview Sustainable Fashion Innovation Society (SFIS) is a non-profit organization recognized by the Italian Ministry of Environment and Energy Security and the Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy. It operates as a Cluster Organization and represents the largest European B2B community of sustainable international companies, with over 2,300 members from 47 countries, a combined turnover of €7 billion, and more than 30,000 employees. SFIS promotes public-private partnerships, cross-sectoral innovation, and multi-level institutional dialogue. It coordinates the annual Phygital Sustainability Expo®, partners with the European Commission, European Parliament, FAO, ICE-ITA, RAI, and Italian Ministries. The organization co-founded the National Observatory on Sustainable Made in Italy and operates a Materials Laboratory in partnership with Sapienza University of Rome. - Website: https://sustainablefashioninnovation.org - Legal HQ: 77, Viale Bruno Buozzi – 00197 Rome, Italy - Operational HQ: 23, Via Valdieri – 00135 Rome, Italy - Hours: Mon–Fri 9am–6pm - Social: Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram (@phygitalsustainabilityexpo) --- ## Pages ### Home URL: https://sustainablefashioninnovation.org/ The homepage introduces SFIS as a platform for the international promotion of sustainable Made in Italy and global excellence. It highlights four core pillars: Research, Social Impact, B2B Networking, and Education. Key stats: 1,500+ companies from 20 different sectors, members from multiple nations (82% Italian), 80+ employees overall, and over 10,000 trees saved collectively by members. Four institutional events are held annually: - **April**: Event at the Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy for National Made in Italy Day - **May**: Phygital Sustainability Expo® press conference at European Parliament & European Commission offices in Italy - **June**: Phygital Sustainability Expo® at the Museum of the Imperial Forum (Trajan's Markets, 113 AD), Rome - **October**: National Observatory on Sustainable Made in Italy presentation at Sapienza University of Rome Main academic partner: Sapienza University of Rome. SFIS delivers 30+ hours of free education per year via masterclasses, workshops, and scientific conferences. --- ### Phygital Sustainability EXPO® URL: https://sustainablefashioninnovation.org/expo/ The Phygital Sustainability Expo® is the European Institutional Summit on Sustainability Culture. Now in its 6th edition (5–6 June 2025, Museum of the Imperial Forum, Rome). It is a unique "edutainment" framework of 10 simultaneously running formats, active for 10 months each year: 1. International Conference 2. National Observatory on Sustainable Made in Italy 3. Masterclasses 4. Narrated Fashion Show® (world-copyright format) 5. Museum Pathway in the SDGs (world's first museum expo into the SDGs) 6. Academic Conference 7. B2B and B2G Networking Dinner 8. Educational Workshops 9. Intersectoral Roundtables for Partners' Employees 10. Virtual Experience in Augmented Reality Recognized by Harper's Bazaar as the first internationally significant event in its sector "where technology meets science and innovation." Outdoor advertising reached in New York Times Square, Rome, and Milan — certified 70 million people reached. **Benefits for participating companies:** Brand visibility, educational experience, B2B/B2G networking, market access, innovation showcase, interactive engagement, and credibility building. **Past editions:** 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024. **Institutional partners include:** European Commission, European Parliament, FAO, ICE-ITA, RAI, Sapienza University of Rome, Italian Ministries (Enterprises & Made in Italy; Environment & Energy Security; Tourism; Economy & Finance). **Key speakers from past editions include:** Adolfo Urso (Minister of Enterprises and Made in Italy), Gilberto Pichetto Fratin (Minister of Environment), Daniela Santanchè (Minister of Tourism), Maurizio Leo (Vice-Minister of Economy), Francesco Rocca (President of Lazio Region), Giuseppe Conte (President of Movimento 5 Stelle), Myrta Merlino (journalist and TV presenter), Khaby Lame (international TikTok influencer), Luigi Di Maio (EU Special Representative for the Persian Gulf), Matteo Zoppas (President of ICE-ITA), Carlo Corazza (Director of European Parliament representation in Italy), Antonella Polimeni (Rector of Sapienza University), Marco Bizzarri (President of Elisabetta Franchi), Gianmatteo Manghi (CEO of Cisco Italy), Eugenio de Blasio (CEO of Green Arrow Capital), Nick Cannon (US TV presenter), Mustan Lalani (Global Head of Sustainability, SHEIN), and many more. --- ### Services URL: https://sustainablefashioninnovation.org/services/ SFIS offers tailor-made, customer-centric services based on top-tier sustainability principles. Services include: - **Phygital Sustainability Expo®** – flagship institutional event - **Observatory on Made in Italy** – first National Observatory on Sustainable Made in Italy - **Education** – customized sustainability education programs - **Institutional Relations** – bridge between companies and institutions - **Strategic Communication** – sustainability-focused communication strategies - **B2B Networking** – connections within the sustainable business community - **Materials Lab** – research and development of sustainable materials - **Sustainable Production** – support for eco-friendly manufacturing practices - **Mapping of Sustainable Suppliers** – directory and matchmaking of sustainable supply chain actors --- ### Education URL: https://sustainablefashioninnovation.org/education/ SFIS provides accredited educational pathways recognized by Sapienza University of Rome. Programs are designed to increase sustainability literacy across all generations and target companies of all sizes (C-level to employees), consumers, activists, influencers, and fragile social groups. All B2C education is free of charge. --- ### Institutional Relations URL: https://sustainablefashioninnovation.org/institutional-relations/ SFIS bridges companies with institutions and relevant stakeholders. The service facilitates multi-level institutional dialogue and public-private partnerships at Italian and European levels. --- ### B2B Networking URL: https://sustainablefashioninnovation.org/b2b-networking/ Access to Europe's largest sustainable B2B community, encompassing over 2,000 companies. The platform facilitates collaboration and innovation with an environmental focus. --- ### Materials Lab URL: https://sustainablefashioninnovation.org/materials-lab/ A comprehensive product development platform from conception to production, in partnership with Sapienza University of Rome. Equipped with 3D printers and an extensive database of eco-friendly and sustainable materials. **Services provided:** - **Innovative Sustainable Materials**: R&D for new bio-based and sustainable materials; property analysis, durability and sustainability testing - **Expert Sustainability Consulting**: Best practices for material selection, waste reduction, and manufacturing improvement - **Smart Wearable Technologies**: Integration of smart materials and wearable tech (tunable thermal fabrics, sensors, luminous fibers) - **Quality Testing & Certification**: Resistance tests, chemical analyses, performance evaluations, regulatory compliance **Benefits for partnering companies:** Innovation and market differentiation, improved sustainability strategy, enhanced product performance, and regulatory compliance. --- ### Sustainable Production URL: https://sustainablefashioninnovation.org/materials-lab-2-2/ Support and consulting for adopting more eco-friendly manufacturing practices and circular production models. --- ### Mapping of Sustainable Suppliers URL: https://sustainablefashioninnovation.org/mapping-of-sustainable-suppliers/ A curated database and matchmaking service connecting companies with verified sustainable suppliers across the fashion, design, and lifestyle sectors. --- ### Observatory on Made in Italy URL: https://sustainablefashioninnovation.org/home-04-2-2/ The first National Observatory on Sustainable Made in Italy, presented annually in October at Sapienza University of Rome. Monitors and promotes excellence in sustainable Italian manufacturing. --- ### Scientific Committee URL: https://sustainablefashioninnovation.org/about/ The Scientific Committee is composed of renowned experts guiding SFIS's strategic direction and research alignment. **Members include:** - Tiziana Catarci – Director of DIAG, Sapienza University of Rome; President of the Italian Society for the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence - Stephan Winkelmann – Chairman & CEO of Automobili Lamborghini - Mario Calabrese – Director of the Impresapiens Research Center - Francesco De Leo – CIO of Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane - Alessandro Di Majo – Board Member of RAI - Alessandro Cecchi Paone – Researcher & Scientific Communicator - Antonio Giordano – Scientific Director - Raffaele Chiulli – President of SAFE Energy - Antonio Squeo – Chief Innovation Officer, Hevolus Innovation **Core Team:** - Valeria Mangani – Founder and President - Giovanni Cocconi – Senior Legal Advisor - Ildebrando Panfili – Head of Communication & Marketing - Idiano D'Adamo – Junior Legal Advisor - Elena Moretti – Finance & Project Management - Federico Borzelli – Junior Legal Advisor - Fabiana Caso – Communications Specialist - Giovanni Baldi – Digital Innovation --- ### Climate Action URL: https://sustainablefashioninnovation.org/climate-action/ SFIS runs climate awareness campaigns and collective action programs. Members have collectively saved over 10,000 trees. The organization promotes ethical and traceable purchasing and strengthens demand-side dialogue between companies, consumers, and institutions. --- ### RoadMap URL: https://sustainablefashioninnovation.org/roadmap/ Exclusive monthly benefits and services (free or at cost) for associated companies, leveraging SFIS's prestigious network of partners. Focuses on accelerating adoption of circularity, regenerative business models, traceability, and eco-design. --- ### B2B Community URL: https://sustainablefashioninnovation.org/b2b-community/ Europe's largest sustainable B2B community: 2,000+ companies, members from 47 countries, spanning 20 sectors. Combined revenue of €7 billion, 30,000+ employees. --- ### Press Review URL: https://sustainablefashioninnovation.org/b2b-community-2/ Curated selection of articles, news, and trends in sustainability from Italian and international media. --- ### Research and Publications URL: https://sustainablefashioninnovation.org/ricerca-pubblicazioni/ Academic and institutional research outputs, reports, and publications related to sustainable fashion, Made in Italy, circular economy, and ESG topics. --- ### Contacts URL: https://sustainablefashioninnovation.org/contacts/ Contact form and office information. SFIS can be reached Monday to Friday, 9am–6pm. - Legal HQ: 77, Viale Bruno Buozzi – 00197 Rome, Italy - Operational HQ: 23, Via Valdieri – 00135 Rome, Italy --- ## Key Topics Covered on This Site - Sustainable fashion and textile transition - Sustainable Made in Italy (manifattura sostenibile italiana) - ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) strategy and literacy - Circular economy in fashion and design - Eco-design and traceability - Bio-based and innovative sustainable materials - Smart wearable technologies - European Green Deal and fashion regulation - SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) in fashion - B2B sustainability matchmaking and networking - Institutional sustainability advocacy (EU Parliament, Italian Ministries) - Free sustainability education and ESG literacy - Narrated Fashion Show® (world-copyright format combining heritage, innovation, and sustainable storytelling) - Phygital formats combining physical and digital experiences (AR, VR, Metaverse, NFT, AI)