Giulio Bonazzi is the visionary leader behind Aquafil, a global materials company at the forefront of circular innovation. Founded over 60 years ago in Italy by his parents, Aquafil built its legacy manufacturing Nylon 6 fibers, a material traditionally derived from fossil fuels. But Bonazzi saw a different future. Determined that the industry could do better, he set out to transform Aquafil from a conventional manufacturer into a pioneer of circular design. He challenged his team to create a way to regenerate nylon waste, like fishing nets, old carpets, and fabric scraps, into premium-quality polyamide. After years of R&D, that vision became reality with the launch of ECONYL® Regenerated Nylon in 2011. Today, ECONYL® is one of the world’s most sought-after regenerable materials, used by more than 1,900 brands including Prada, Interface, BMW, and Stella McCartney. Under Bonazzi’s leadership, Aquafil has earned global recognition as a trailblazer in circular manufacturing and a model for how legacy industries can adapt and lead.