Peter Conrads

How can we reshape our living and working environments to foster deeper connections and more meaningful experiences? Peter Conrads, founder of Slow, explores this question through the lens of the slow movement, regenerative agriculture, and adaptive reuse. By developing communal spaces around the world, Slow offers a more conscious, collaborative form of hospitality—where every action imprints the environment, fostering collective change. Join Peter as he shares insights on how we can rethink our economic models and success metrics by embracing a forward-thinking, sustainable mindset.

Lauren Celenza brings Barbara Soalheiro and Peter Conrads back to the stage to respond to each others’ keynotes and together explore the interplay between rapid problem-solving and mindful, sustainable practices. Barbara’s Mesa method highlights efficient, collaborative approaches, while Peter’s Slow collective focuses on deeper, intentional design. This conversation delves into how merging these philosophies can shape meaningful and impactful working and living environments.