BELOIT, April 25, 2008
- Experience a multi-media presentation from International sustainability expert Bob Willard on “The Business Case for Sustainability” and participate in a Q & A session via satellite conferencing. Bob’s research on small business and large employers suggests that businesses that adopt sustainable principles can improve their net profits by 38 to 66 percent.
9. Find out about “Using Sustainability as a Recruitment Tool” from Manpower North America VP of World of Work Solutions, Melanie Holmes. Results from a survey conducted by MonsterTRAK® show that a surprising percentage of young workers want employment with a green company – 80% of those surveyed said they are interested in a job that has a positive impact on the environment and 92% would chose working for an environmentally friendly company.
8. Learn best practices and gain valuable insight from the Corporate Culture Panel with
representatives from Kettle Foods, Alcoa and Alliant Energy.
7. “Ask the Experts” during an Energy Efficiency and Conservation panel moderated by Dan Schooff, Deputy Secretary of the Department of Administration.
- Enjoy local foods, sustainable tableware and natural décor at the Eclipse Center, a first-class facility that is a repurposed former shopping center.
5. Find resources to get you started right away by visiting exhibitors of sustainable
products, technology and services.
4. Get connected at the EXPO – a great business-to-business marketing opportunity for
providers of sustainable products, technology and services.
3. Network with 100 + professionals interested in learning more about sustainable industry.
More opportunities to network at the Greater Beloit Chamber of Commerce Business
After Hours immediately following the conference. Exhibitors will remain open so that
BAH attendees can have the opportunity to connect with them.
2. Enjoy live music at the Business After Hours from Wisconsin Area Music Award winning
band, “The Orphans” (awards include best pop band, best male vocalist, best producer,
best guitarist and best songwriter).
- Have you been to Beloit lately? We know you will be impressed by this beautiful riverfront community, the 2007 America In Bloom National Winner!
For conference and registration information, please go to http://expo.greaterbeloitchamber.com or call (608) 365-8835 or e-mail amyl@greaterbeloitchamber.com. ###
