Theresa Imre
Founder & CEO
markta
Vienna, Austria
Founder of markta, on a mission to build a sustainable food system, linking local producers and consumers in Austria.
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About me
Theresa Imre is the visionary founder and CEO of markta, Austria's first digital farmer's market established in 2017. With a background in International Business Administration and Socio-Economic Sciences from WU Vienna, Theresa transitioned from a career in consultancy to entrepreneurship to champion sustainable food systems and agriculture. Her platform, markta, connects consumers with over 250 local producers, promoting transparency, fairness, and environmental sustainability in the food market. Under her leadership, markta has expanded to include physical store locations, enhancing its omnichannel retail strategy. Theresa's innovative approach has earned her numerous accolades, including being named “Austrian of the Year” in the Start-ups category in 2022, and recognition on Forbes’ 30 under 30 list. Her work exemplifies a commitment to revitalizing local food ecosystems and supporting small-scale producers.
Speaker sessions (2)
Tuesday, 13 May 2025
11:20 - 12:10
Why Regenerative Agriculture is the Next Big Bet
Regenerative agriculture is shifting from niche to necessity. This session explores how investment, policy, and innovation can scale climate-positive farming into a major force for sustainability and profit.
14:00 - 14:50
From Recession to Resilience: Social Innovation as Economically Viable Ways Out of Our Crises
Social innovations in Austria foster economic resilience through sustainable models and crisis response—calling for stronger support from policy, academia, and the entrepreneurial ecosystem.