From stadiums to global enterprises, Connor helps organizations rethink waste, transforming compliance into a competitive advantage.
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Top rated!5 of 5
He clearly knows his stuff.
Lawrie Simanowitz, Partner At Bates Wells Law Firm
An Introduction To The Circular Economy, Bates Wells Workshop - 2020
Unlock the power of sustainability with Connor Bryant. As CEO of Rubbish Ideas, he transforms circular economy concepts into practical business strategies, helping organizations cut waste, reduce costs, and achieve compliance while driving innovation, resilience, and long-term growth.
Keynote Speaker Connor Bryant is recognized as one of the leading voices in circular economy and sustainability innovation. As Co-founder and CEO of Rubbish Ideas, he has built a reputation for transforming complex environmental concepts into practical, business-focused strategies. His keynotes are designed for organizations that want to cut costs, strengthen compliance, and achieve measurable sustainability impact while driving long-term growth.
Connor is known for making sense of the “circular economy” in plain language and showing leaders how to translate ambitious sustainability targets into real results. From pioneering smart reuse systems and IoT-enabled solutions to improving waste and carbon accounting, he equips businesses with the tools to reduce risk, identify opportunities, and future-proof operations. His approach resonates with both technical and non-technical audiences, ensuring that every keynote delivers actionable insights across the organization.
Beyond corporate environments, Connor has supported global festivals, stadiums, and international sporting events, addressing sector-specific challenges such as packaging waste, vendor engagement, and audience behavior. His expertise proves that sustainability is not a burden, but a powerful driver of innovation, resilience, and customer trust.
When you book Connor Bryant for your event, you secure a speaker who inspires action, challenges outdated mindsets, and provides clear strategies to position your organization as a leader in sustainability. Connor's unique blend of entrepreneurial experience and visionary thinking ensures every keynote leaves a lasting impact on audiences.
5 of 5
He clearly knows his stuff.
Lawrie Simanowitz, Partner At Bates Wells Law Firm An Introduction To The Circular Economy, Bates Wells Workshop - 2020
5 of 5
Connor is an engaging and energetic speaker who takes the trouble to adapt his message to his audience and the time available. He communicates the importance of his passions: the circular economy, recycling and reducing waste, using statistics which are not allowed to dominate the message.
Jane Penson, Founder of Speak Up For Our Planet Norwich Science Festival, talking alongside Sir Jonathon Porritt - 2021
5 of 5
Connor's keynote on the circular economy served as a profound wake-up call, igniting inspiration and enthusiasm among attendees. His passionate delivery and energy breathed life into the urgent need for embracing circular practices in our global economy.
Judi van der Biezen, Jamfabriek Event Organiser Circular Economy Week NL - Speaking at Jamfabriek | Home to the future of food - 2024
5 of 5
We were delighted to welcome Connor as a speaker at the recent National Events Conference. Starting with a provocative vision of what a Net Zero event really looks like, the session considered real life examples of the positive work already being done and looked at how organisations are moving from incremental change to the transformational change. Connor’s energy and clear commitment to the circular economy gave delegates excellent food for thought and practical next steps to consider.
Judi van der Biezen, Jamfabriek Event Organiser Scotlands National Events Conference - 2024
5 of 5
The best talk I’ve seen in a long time! He had me and the rest of the audience glued to his every word. Truely inspiring.
Paul Scaife, Event Wine Solutions CEO Green Events & Innovation Conference - 2025
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An engaging explainer of what the circular economy really is - but first, a clear-eyed look at our current linear economy of take > make > waste. By contrasting the two, Connor highlights why the shift is not just important but urgent.
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Most reuse initiatives fail because they’re inconvenient, confusing, or poorly scaled. Connor explores how emerging technologies, smart data, and better design can transform reuse from a niche experiment into a mainstream solution.
Using examples from packaging, events, and his work at Rubbish Reusables, he shares what it takes to build reuse systems that are practical for businesses, engaging for consumers, and impactful for the planet.
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How shifting from “ticking compliance boxes” to harnessing data can transform sustainability strategies. Connor shares lessons from The Rubbish Portal and beyond on how numbers can tell stories, motivate action, and unlock opportunities.
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For decades, waste management in business was treated as an afterthought - simply a cost to make rubbish “disappear.” Connor shows why this approach no longer works in a world of rising costs, tightening regulations, and increasing scrutiny. This talk explores how businesses can redesign waste systems to focus on reduction, transparent data capture, and circularity.
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Festivals and live events face increasing pressure to measure, report, and reduce their environmental footprint. Connor explores how the events sector can embrace innovation, meet regulations, and delight audiences while leading on sustainability.
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Plastic often takes the blame, but Connor reframes the conversation around single use - exploring the environmental impact of all materials (plastic, aluminium, paper, glass) and how smarter choices can create better systems.
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What does it take to build and scale an impact startup today? Connor shares behind-the-scenes insights from founding Rubbish Ideas, building partnerships, and bringing a sustainability vision into reality.
Watch Connor Bryant in action
Watch Connor Bryant in action
