Paulien Wesselink is the founder of O My Bag, a brand leading the way in ethical leather goods. Since 2011, she has been on a mission to prove that fashion can be both stylish and responsible, working closely with producers in India to drive positive change in the industry.
AN O MY BAG PANEL TALK:
The Female Founder Stories
Free
JOIN US FOR A PANEL TALK ON JULY 2ND
17:30 - 19:30
17:30 - 19:30
O My Bag celebrates 15 years with an honest conversation with Marie Marie and Mended, on building a brand with purpose, being a female entrepreneur, and turning one idea into a community.
RESERVE YOUR SEATThe Speakers
Paulien Wesselink
FOUNDER & CEO, O MY BAG AMSTERDAM
Marthe De Groot
Founder of Marie Marie
Marthe de Groot, founder of Marie-Marie, is driven by the belief that fashion can be a positive force. Through responsible production and social impact, she shows how business and meaningful change can go hand in hand.
Agnes Weber
Double TEDx Speaker & Founder of Mended
Agnes has spent her career making repair desirable, helping people see value where others don’t. Her work has earned multiple awards, including Germany’s Start-Up of the Year 2025.
Program
17:30-18:00
Welcome & arrival: Settle in and take your seat ahead of the conversation.
18:00-19:00
Panel talk and Q&A: A discussion on building a brand with purpose, female entrepreneurship, and creating meaningful impact.
19:00-19:30
Drinks, networking & conversation: Stay for drinks and connect with our team, speakers, and fellow guests.
