Calendar of Events
GreenNOW
ECONOMIC/REGIONAL UPDATES, EXHIBITING, INDUSTRY AND TARGETED PROGRAMS, NETWORKING
Thursday, October 22, 2009
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM Registration
8:30 AM – 11:00 AM Program
Lincoln Financial Field
SCA Club Lounge
One Lincoln Financial Way
Philadelphia, PA 19148
*Thank you for attending GreenNOW. We hope you find the following resources helpful in creating a sustainable work environment for both you and your employees*
Click here to download the program book:
http://www.greaterphilachamber.com/download.aspx?id=Nzc1-ogFslu5nkUI%3d
Click here to download Dr. Aiello's presentation on Health & Sustainability in the Workplace: http://www.greaterphilachamber.com/download.aspx?id=Nzgw-%2fBy%2bF6ntq8U%3d
Click here to download a presentation from GreenANDSave: http://www.greaterphilachamber.com/download.aspx?id=Nzgy-2pVui9f%2bZek%3d
Click here to download a summary of the President's Climate Commitment of the ACUPCC:
http://www.greaterphilachamber.com/download.aspx?id=Nzg2-2cb3HUPta0s%3d
Additional Electronic Resources Discussed at GreenNOW:
Delaware Valley Green Building Council: dvgbc.org
Energy Management Tools and Equipment Ratings: www.energystar.gov
Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection: www.depweb.state.pa.us
SCA Americas: www.sca.com
State Energy Efficiency Funding and Alternative Energy Funding: www.depweb.state.pa.us
Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia: www.sbnphiladelphia.org
US Green Building Council: usgbc.org
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- GreenNOW will explore how adopting the latest sustainability practices can create a competitive advantage for your business, especially as the nation emerges from the economic downturn. Learn about current trends and how they can help your business grow and profit NOW.
GreenNOW is a half-day program consisting of panel discussions, exhibiting opportunities, and beneficial information that you can implement NOW.
Panel 1
The Convergence of Health and Sustainability
Are you establishing or updating your sustainable business plan? Consideration of the health of your most valued assets, human resources, may provide your organization with the greatest return on investment. Discover new trends and current events that are NOW proving that the convergence of health and sustainability will pay off in increased productivity and profitability.
Panelists to-date:
- Mike Kapalko, Sustainability Marketing Manager, SCA Tissue North America
- Stevens Krug, Executive Vice President & COO, Spiezle Architectural Group, Inc.
- John Olson, Chair, Villanova President's Sustainability Committee, Villanova University
Moderator:
Leanne Krueger-Braneky, Executive Director, Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia
**SPECIAL ADDRESS: Current Update on Health Sustainability in the Workplace**
Allison Aiello, M.D., Epidemiologist, University of Michigan School of Public Health
How can better health and hygiene make your business more sustainable? Especially during a time of concern over a global health crisis, Dr. Aiello will discuss the benefits to businesses that encourage good health and hygiene practices for their employees and customers.
Panel 2
Green as an Economic Driver
Learn about green funding available for your company, ways to reduce your carbon footprint while improving your ROI, and what other companies have experienced as they transitioned through the green evolution.
Panelists to-date:
- Julien F. Gaudion, Small Business Ombudsman, Office of Energy and Technology Deployment, Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
- Robert Marino, Founder, Mway Technical Services
- Charlie Szoradi, President, Green and Save, LLC
Moderator:
Heather Blakeslee, Interim Executive Director and Programs & Advocacy Director, Delaware Valley Green Building Council
Exhibiting Opportunities Available!
*EXHIBITORS SUBJECT TO APPROVAL*
Table-Top Exhibit includes:
- 6-foot display table
- 2 tickets to the event
- Company name listing on greaterphilachamber.com & in program packet
Limited space available!
No electricity, drape or ability to hang materials.
2009 Exhibitors to-date:
- ANRO
- BSI Exhibits/Berm Studios
- Corporate Interiors
- Delaware Valley Green Building Council
- IRN - The Recycling Network
- PECO
- Philadelphia Business Journal
- Rowland Printing
- Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia
- SCA Americas
Parking:
Complimentary Parking in Lot L off Darien Street.
For directions to the Lincoln Financial Field, visit: http://www.philadelphiaeagles.com/fanzone/faqs.asp#q11
Program Materials:
Program Materials are provided electronically at:
http://www.greaterphilachamber.com/download.aspx?id=Nzc1-ogFslu5nkUI%3d
In effort to remain sustainable, hard copies of this packet will NOT be available at the program. Please print at your own discretion.
Fees
- Small Business Board Member Ticket
- $40.00
- Member Individual
- $45.00
- YPN Member Individual
- $40.00
- Non-Member Individual
- $80.00
- Member Tabletop Exhibit
- $325.00
- Non-Member Tabletop Exhibit
- $550.00
- Member Package of Ten
- $450.00
- Non-Member Package of Ten
- $800.00
Registration
Registration is Closed
Registration/Cancellation Policy:
Pre-registration is necessary, availability is not guaranteed for walk-ins. Payment is required upon registration/entrance. No refunds will be given one week prior to program/event. Substitutions may be made. Tickets will be held at the door. Reserved seating for tables of 10 only.