De-Globalization as Circularity’s Secret Tailwind
Why local loops, sovereign supply chains, and second-hand markets are the real accelerators
2025-10-01 31 min
Description & Show Notes
In this episode, we speak with Johann from Pentatonic about how de-globalization is reshaping supply chains and unintentionally accelerating circularity. From sovereign supply chains to tariff-free second-hand markets, Johann shows why circularity isn’t just sustainability—it’s efficiency, resilience, and smarter economics. Expect contrarian takes on fashion vs. automotive, lessons from Asia, and why building flywheels beats perfect planning every time.
🎤 Our Guest
Johann Boedecker, Co-founder, Pentatonic
https://www.linkedin.com/in/johann-boedecker-56b9994b/
Johann Boedecker, Co-founder, Pentatonic
https://www.linkedin.com/in/johann-boedecker-56b9994b/
🗂️ Topics
- Why de-globalization and near-shoring are the biggest drivers of circular supply chains
- How tariff-free second-hand markets outperform linear models
- Sovereign supply chains as a natural circularity accelerator
- Lessons from Johan’s decade in Asia: why products aren’t as optimized as we think
- Why circular pilots fail—and how feedback loops and flywheels make them scale
- Fashion vs. auto: where circularity efforts hit systemic walls
- Commercial upside: data, loyalty, superior materials, and new revenue models
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Marcus Karten: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-karten/