Pre-Conference Workshops

Tuesday, September 30, 2008

TIME	PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS
1:00 pm – 5:30 pm	Sustainability 101 You’ll learn fundamentals, basic vocabulary and some of the major trends relevant to individuals and companies. What is driving this worldwide movement? Why has it become a global movement? We review key sustainability terms, definitions, standards, certifications, trends and issues relevant to publishing and media. Why do companies believe that moving their business operations to become more sustainable can Increase sales and enhance their brand? Quickly gain a perspective of today’s most important issues for companies like yours. Who should attend – Sales managers, corporate communication, advertising, public relations, investor relations, public affairs, supply chain professionals and individuals in customer interfacing positions. Many sponsors and attendees have asked for this session to provide them and their supply chain partners with current information and raise the level of understanding about key issues and topics prior to attending the conference. Session Leader: Lisa Wellman	Design for Sustainability What are the new issues raised by Sustainability for product design? We used to push for “lasting value” and today we’re asking how soon will it become biodegradeable? Is there a reasonable solution for product materials and packaging, containers and minimal carbon footprints? These are "bleeding edge" issues because there are so many new developments – materials and methods. Be prepared for a lively discussion. Designers, consultants and agency owners want to equip themselves with in-depth knowledge to engage clients with sustainable design solutions. Discover trends in sustainable communication design and learn ways to grow your design business in-line with these developments. Who should attend – Designers, consultants and decision makers that create or approve product or document designs. Agency owners. Session Leader: Marc Alt Sponsored by: Graphic Design USA
3:00 pm – 7:00 pm	Early Registration Opens
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm	Opening Reception for Conference Attendees

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Founding Sponsors

Sustainability 101 Session 1

This is placeholder text. Our context is making sustainability work for business leaders, brand owners, communication professionals and other stakeholders along the communication value chain. Thought leaders will delve into communication supply chain analysis and triple bottom line management. We'll address risk and cost reduction, environmental restoration and explore how to protect brand equity, create trust and grow shareholder value by aligning communication supply chain practices with the principles of sustainability.

Our Conference Chair, Don Carli, has been focused on these topics for close to a decade, working with non-profits, industry leaders and standards organizations. SustainCommWorld will leverage the experience and expertise of his broad network for your benefit.