ABOUT US

Meet the people that make the Gateway platform the world's largest database dedicated to enabling safer choices of chemical products for the textile, apparel and footwear industry. 

TOWARDS AN ECOLOGICALLY RESPONSIBLE FUTURE efficient

We aim for better, more
sustainable and more efficient

At goodless we believe in doing things better. but it does not stop at just believing. we are constantly looking for innovative ways that are not only ecologically sound, but also efficient. because that combination cannot be stopped.

WHY WE GET UP IN THE MORNING

Preserving our planet

We believe in a world where things are made without harmful chemicals. Consumer demands can be met without depleting natural resources. Our goal is to make that happen. We connect, innovate and empower to change how products are made. Together we can protect the place we call home.

how we do what we do

Moving forward - together

Collaboration is fundamental to our work. We've built a global ecosystem to bring organisations together. Our solutions and guidelines transform how chemicals are used. Our community spreads knowledge and ideas throughout the world. We want safer products to be the norm - everywhere.

the impact of our work

A better future

By empowering every point of the value chain towards safer manufacturing, we are building a new status quo. Our dynamic, determined community helps to reduce the industry's environmental footprint. Step-by-step, we want to build a better future for everyone.

staff

Meet the Team

José Pedro Maçorano Santos

DATA & BUSINESS ANALYST

As Data & Business Analyst, José is involved in the definition and implementation of the data strategy of ZDHC, in conducting data analysis and impact reporting and in driving continuous process improvements, while promoting the quality of information and the value of the same for stakeholders. José brings the experience from several years working at Bluwin\Sustainable Textile Solutions, where he was Business Analyst and, later, Global Controlling & Business Lead. In these roles he was involved in the implementation of sustainability projects for some of the main brands of the textile industry. José studied Information Management at the Faculty of Engineering - Porto University, in Portugal.

Katya Komlach

PRODUCT ASSOCIATE - GATEWAY

Katya is responsible for internal and external communications and managing internal and external feedback to continuously improve the user experience of the ZDHC Gateway. She creates and coordinates onboarding and training material for ZDHC Contributors and platform users, assists in data analysis and supports the ZDHC Gateway team in platform-related projects. Prior to joining ZDHC Katya has worked at Fashion for Good, and holds a degree in International Business. Her experience lies in communications, business development and facilitation of consumer behaviour change across different fields, from the tech industry to sustainable food to sustainable fashion, first as a generalist and later diving deeper into the dyeing and finishing part of the textile supply chain.

Nina Bendias

Senior Business and Resource Manager

Nina is driving the successful and efficient delivery of ZDHC’s business goals and milestones by ensuring cross-functional alignment and connectivity between critical activities and making sure departmental and individual objectives are set realistically and have the needed structure, resources and budget allocated. In addition, Nina is managing the global Customer Support Team. Prior to joining ZDHC, Nina has worked at Rainforest Alliance, where she held several positions, such as supervisor of the customer success team, project manager for digital solutions and innovation manager for process improvements and new business models. She holds a Master Degree in Politics and Economy of the Middle East and has a background in design thinking and lean and agile management.

Valentin Jully

SYSTEMS AND SOLUTIONS MANAGER

Valentin manages the development of platforms and tools for the ZDHC Roadmap to Zero Programme. Furthermore, he implements and scales the knowledge base and customer support solutions as well as improving the cyber security of the online systems. Prior to joining ZDHC, Valentin’s work was to implement the assessment of social auditors and online training for AQM, performing some social audits around Bangladesh, China and Cambodia himself. Valentin holds an engineering degree specialised in technical textiles and advanced materials from ENSAIT, Europe’s leading textile engineering school in Roubaix, France.

Vanessa Schulz

PRODUCT MANAGER - GATEWAY

As the ZDHC Gateway Product Manager Vanessa is responsible for internal and external communications. Vanessa works closely with ADEC Innovations, to ensure the continuous improvement of the ZDHC Gateway and CheckTools. Prior to joining ZDHC, Vanessa worked for CHT Germany GmbH in the Jeans & Garment Department as a Technical Service Engineer. In her role she was responsible for application-specific consultation, especially regarding eco friendly bleaching concepts. Vanessa holds a Master Degree in Textile Products - Textile and Clothing Technology from the Hochschule Niederrhein - University of Applied Sciences.

Vanessa Schulz

Product Manager - Gateway

As the ZDHC Gateway Product Manager Vanessa is responsible for internal and external communications. Vanessa works closely with ADEC Innovations, to ensure the continuous improvement of the ZDHC Gateway and CheckTools. Prior to joining ZDHC, Vanessa worked for CHT Germany GmbH in the Jeans & Garment Department as a Technical Service Engineer. In her role she was responsible for application-specific consultation, especially regarding eco friendly bleaching concepts. Vanessa holds a Master Degree in Textile Products - Textile and Clothing Technology from the Hochschule Niederrhein - University of Applied Sciences.


Valentin Jully

Systems and Solutions manager

Valentin manages the development of platforms and tools for the ZDHC Roadmap to Zero Programme. Furthermore, he implements and scales the knowledge base and customer support solutions as well as improving the cyber security of the online systems. Prior to joining ZDHC, Valentin’s work was to implement the assessment of social auditors and online training for AQM, performing some social audits around Bangladesh, China and Cambodia himself. Valentin holds an engineering degree specialised in technical textiles and advanced materials from ENSAIT, Europe’s leading textile engineering school in Roubaix, France.


Nina Bendias

Business Process Manager

As the Knowledge Base Manager, Nina is responsible for scaling up and continuously improving the customer journey and support of ZDHC Programme participants and Gateway users. 

Prior to joining ZDHC, Nina has worked at Rainforest Alliance, where she held several positions, such as supervisor of the customer success team, project manager for digital solutions and innovation manager for process improvements and new business models. She holds a Master Degree in Politics and Economy of the Middle East and has a background in design thinking and lean and agile management.

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Join Us

Gain access to the ZDHC Gateway platform
in one of the two following ways:

The ZDHC Gateway platform is open to ZDHC Contributors and Friends and their supply chain partners
(Formulators, Suppliers, Laboratories or chemical product certification bodies (ZDHC MRSL Conformance Indicators)).

Ask your supply chain

Ask your supply chain partner to invite you to the ZDHC Gateway and send you a registration link.

Contact us

Contact our Customer Support Team to invite you to the ZDHC Gateway.

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Please note that we will require information about your organisation in order to verify its eligibility for the platform before a registration link is sent.