Borre Akkersdijk
Founder at BYBORRE. Boardmember at Modint - union for texiles in the neatherlands
Bringing over 16 years of experience in textile development and innovation, Borre Akkersdijk has played a key role in pushing the boundaries of textiles while advancing responsible practices within the industry. In 2015, he founded BYBORRE, an Amsterdam- based textile innovation company dedicated to conscious textile creation. By digitizing the design and production process, BYBORRE makes custom textiles accessible through its platform, serving a diverse range of clients, including the BMW Group, The Social Hub, Adidas, Natuzzi, Rapha and MCQ.
In 2023, BYBORRE won the International Woolmark Prize for its supply chain innovation, in addition to previous honors such as the Dutch Design Awards, where Borre was recognized as Young Designer of the Year in 2012, and the Dutch Design Award 2021 in the Product category for BYBORRE’s groundbreaking digital textile platform.
In addition to his role at BYBORRE, Borre serves as a board member of MODINT, the leading industry organization representing the textile sector in the Netherlands, and is an advisor to the Dutch government.
Further demonstrating his commitment to advancing responsible practices and innovation within the textile landscape.
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Founder at BYBORRE. Boardmember at Modint - union for texiles in the neatherlands