Impactful Corporate Sustainability Workshops & Activations
From live brand activations to immersive team sessions at our Recycle Lab, we offer fully adaptable circular economy experiences for groups of all sizes.
Partnering with global innovators and local leaders to redefine the value of waste through hands-on circular experiences.
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Team Workshops
Our signature experience. Engaging off-site sessions at our Melbourne Recycle Lab, or brought to your location. Your team will convert 'waste' into high-quality, functional products that prove the power of circular design.
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Mobile Activations
Designed for retail launches, corporate events and festivals, our mobile lab creates a functional focal point where audiences actively transform 'waste' into branded products. It is a tangible demonstration of circular innovation, designed to spark conversation and position your brand at the forefront of real-world impact.
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Keynote & Panel Labs
Technical and strategic insights for industry conferences and panels. Leverage our circular economy and plastics engineering expertise to add depth to your event’s sustainability narrative.
Bespoke branded outcomes
Elevate your impact with bespoke, precision-engineered tooling. We offer custom moulds that allow your team or audience to manufacture 100% recycled products featuring your unique insignia.
Our signature product suite
Select from a range of pre-designed tooling, each ready to be customised with your brand’s logo.
Our Facilitators
Education Facilitator
Bill Verhagen
Bill is a qualified Plastics Engineer and Business Graduate. He has 35+ years experience in plastics and packaging.
Bill was a Technical Specialist for one of Australia's first post-consumer plastics recycling projects, aimed at demonstrating that packaging could be recycled into new applications. He has worked on a number of developments, focused on improving packaging sustainability through Circular Economy principles.
Passionate about inspiring the next generation, Bill began educating in 2020. He is also the current Vice President of the Society Of Plastics Engineers (SPE) ANZ and a member of the Australian Institute Of Packaging (AIP).
PPM Co-Founder
Piers Mossuto
Piers is one of the innovators behind the development of the 'Zephyr Bros' machinery range by Precious Plastic Melbourne- a series of small-scale plastics processing equipment designed for use in education, small business and community settings.
Earlier in his career, Piers has also spent time working as a Training Manager in adult education.
Now an expert in the area of community-focused ‘micro’ recycling, Piers also has an extensive background in business, co-founding his first sustainability-focused SME in 2014.
Swisse
"For World Environment Day 2023, we hosted the wonderful team from Precious Plastic Melbourne in our Swisse Wellness office for an educational talk on plastic and a hands-on, fun-filled workshop. Trudy and Bill were incredible communicators, answering the many questions that came from our very engaged audience in clear, concise language. Just read some of the feedback from our team to understand how valuable PPM's workshops are! "We all learnt a lot about an important topic for our business (and planet) in a fun and engaging way." "Certainly made me reflect on my habits and assumptions around recycling!" "Such a great session. Eye opening. Can't believe we (Australia) are the number 1 plastic consumer on the planet." Jonathan Hovenden, Packaging Technologist, H&H Group
Alpine Valleys Community Leadership
"Bill Verhagen presented an education session to our Leadership Program. He was well prepared, engaging and personable. A comment from a participant in the session: "My knowledge on plastics was zero prior to this presentation. I found Bill to be really enthusiastic about his work which made me interested in what he was saying, and I found it fascinating. You are an exceptional speaker." Suzanna Christison, Program Manager, Alpine Valleys Community Leadership Program
Eastern Alliance for Sustainable Learning
"Piers was amazing! So engaging and passionate about waste and the circular economy. Everyone who attended (Learning for Sustainability Conference 2023) went away inspired, motivated and with a carabiner that they made in hand from recycled plastic lids! It was a fabulous session full of both interesting content and practical examples of circular recycling and we will definitely be reaching out to Precious Plastic Melbourne again in the near future." Annette Anderson, ResourceSmart Schools Coordinator, EASL / ResourceSmart Schools Program
Pentana Solutions
"Amazing, highly engaging presenter with a wealth of knowledge and a great enthusiasm for sharing wisdom. Our audience enjoyed the presentation and all questions were answered with a great deal of thought behind them. We really appreciated the time they spent at our office. Highly recommended!" Caitlin Koller, Internal Events & Communications Advisor, Pentana Solutions
Explore our impact, and previous corporate events via our live Impact Map!
Corporate Event FAQs
Session Types
From keynotes, to conferences, virtual events and intimate speaking engagements, some examples of previously conducted sessions include:
• Interactive workshops for brands aiming to cultivate inspiration and enlightenment among their workforce regarding the principles of the circular economy and its practicable integration
• Insightful sessions for ambitious enterprises striving to seamlessly embed micro-recycling methodologies within their operational frameworks
• Tailored contributions to event organisers seeking to elevate their offerings through dynamic interactive showcases and captivating live demonstrations
• Supporting community groups taking inaugural steps towards embarking on a rewarding recycling journey
• Keynote speaking for panels at festivals, events and conferences
Recycle Lab Workshops
The Recycle Lab is our unique, interactive in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne, where sustainability meets creative expression.
Engage your team and ignite creativity with our unique, hands-on recycling workshops. Your team will collaborate to create eco-friendly products from waste materials, fostering a collaborative spirit and environmental responsibility. Ideal for team building and inspiring fresh ideas, our workshops provide a dynamic, memorable experience for your employees. Find out more here.
Custom Moulds
During events, you can give your participants the unique opportunity to craft their own 100% recycled plastic product, which they can then take home. In order to enhance the event's memorability and impact, PPM can produce branded moulds, ensuring that each participant-produced item bears the distinctive insignia of the event or the hosting brand.
A range of standard moulds are available, or alternatively custom moulds can be produced to align with your event objectives.
Pricing
Our corporate sessions are tailored to your team’s specific goals. Drop us an enquiry and we’ll get a clear, itemised quote over to you.
Recycling Tools & Equipment
For organisations looking to take their recycling journey to the next level, we offer a range of small-scale recycling machinery. Designed specifically for the Australian market, our Zephyr machine range is Australian made certified, and produced right here in Melbourne in compliance with Australia's robust safety standards. A variety of post-purchase support options are available, including our comprehensive Product Support Academy, one-on-one Machine Training Sessions, and a variety of handy free downloadable resources.
ESG Reporting
Can these sessions be integrated into ESG reporting?
Absolutely. Our workshops move beyond 'awareness' into measurable impact. We can provide data on material diversion and can pivot content to highlight specific UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) relevant to your organisation.
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