STARs workshops and brownbags http://www.sustainableseattle.org/ Wed, 22 May 2013 14:53:18 GMT FeedCreator 1.8.0-dev (info@mypapit.net) Tools for Tomorrow Events http://sustainableseattle.org/component/content/article/59-stars-events/234-sustainable-business-events

Comprising Good Businss Workshops offering in-depth information relevant to advancing sustainable company practices, CSR Roundtables providing a "community of best practice" venue for those who are employed in CSR roles, and Industry Innovators Forums for top leaders in sustainability to share with the wider metropolitan area their approach to leading sustainability initiatives, these events are rich with content and leading-edge information for business people working in the region.

 

Upcoming Events:

Fall, 2013

Climate Impacts and Business Risk Conference

Following up on our dynamic panel discussion in September of 2012, "The Good, the Bad, and the Future of Legal Frameworks for Sustainability in Business: Implications of Climate Change," we will be hosting a day-long conference in the Fall of 2013. The topcis will include the current state

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]]> terri@sustainableseattle.org (Terri Butler) Thu, 03 Feb 2011 17:46:52 GMT http://sustainableseattle.org/component/content/article/59-stars-events/234-sustainable-business-events Leverage Sustainability Reports to Drive Performance and Increase Brand Value http://sustainableseattle.org/component/content/article/59-stars-events/303-tools-for-tomorrow-sustainability-reports
Leverage Sustainability Reports to Drive Performance and Increase Brand Value

What are the emerging CSR trends? Where can I get practical CSR advice and succinct "lessons learned"? What are CSR Raters evaluating?

 

This workshop will answer your questions and provide you with the tools to increase the positive impact of your Sustainability Report improving environmental performance, increasing brand value, connecting with customers, engaging employees, and accelerating a culture of continuous improvement.

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]]> terri@sustainableseattle.org (Terri Butler) Sun, 19 Aug 2012 00:00:41 GMT http://sustainableseattle.org/component/content/article/59-stars-events/303-tools-for-tomorrow-sustainability-reports Operational Changes that Save Big Bucks http://sustainableseattle.org/component/content/article/59-stars-events/300-operationalchangessavebucks  

 

Tools for Tomorrow kicks-off the new year with another dynamic sustainable business event. We've partnered with Net Impact Seattle for "Operational Changes that Save Big Bucks."

Three operations experts will share how they have used sustainability to identify and implement operational improvements that have achieved near-term return on investment for their businesses.

Operational efficiency is essential to remaining competitive in the global economy today. It can mean the difference between staying in business, or not. Particularly in energy-intensive industries, organizations are using sustainability as a key lever to drive near-term return on investment and establish governance frameworks to continuously improve their operating model. 

[This event has passed. Head to our Vimeo page to view panel talks or blog for a recap.]

 

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]]> terri@sustainableseattle.org (Terri Butler) Sun, 19 Aug 2012 00:00:41 GMT http://sustainableseattle.org/component/content/article/59-stars-events/300-operationalchangessavebucks Beyond Spreadsheets: Dealing with the Energy and Sustainability Data Quagmire http://sustainableseattle.org/component/content/article/59-stars-events/280-tools-for-tomorrow-beyond-spreadsheets

Location:
Bainbridge Graduate Institiute
2601 Fourth Avenue Suite 310
Seattle, WA 98121

This event has passed. Head to our Vimeo page for video footage of this event. Including: 

Data Challenges Moving Strategy to Action Jameson Morrell of CH2MHILL

Benchmarking for Sustainability, Accelerating Profitable Sustainability: NBIS Seattle

Keep Your Feet On The Ground But Your Head In The Clouds-green house gas accounting- Good Company

Tools for Tomorrow Question and Answer Session April 19, 2012

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]]> Hannahk@sustainableseattle.org (Hannah Kett) Thu, 22 Mar 2012 20:18:01 GMT http://sustainableseattle.org/component/content/article/59-stars-events/280-tools-for-tomorrow-beyond-spreadsheets Employee Engagement: New Tools and Why They are the Key to Successful Implementation! http://sustainableseattle.org/component/content/article/59-stars-events/284-tools-for-tomorrow-employee-engagement
June 21, 2012
 6-9 pm

Location: Bainbridge Graduate Institute, Belltown Location
2601 Fourth Avenue, Suite 310

Seattle, WA 98121

$20 individual
$15 student
(meal included)

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Speakers:

 

Kevin Wilhelm



Barry Boone
earthbongo

 

One of the great challenges to successfully integrating sustainability practices throughout a business is to get the employees involved...and committed! How do you do this?


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]]> terri@sustainableseattle.org (Terri Butler) Sun, 13 May 2012 20:38:15 GMT http://sustainableseattle.org/component/content/article/59-stars-events/284-tools-for-tomorrow-employee-engagement CFO's Expanding Role http://sustainableseattle.org/component/content/article/59-stars-events/294-cfos-expanding-role
The CFO's Expanding Role in Tracking Sustainability Measure for Management and Reporting

Accounting and financial roles are expanding as businesses move toward integrated reporting of their triple bottom line performance. Tracking the needed measures and making them available to management for decision-making and transparency with stakeholders is a trend that is expected to continue. Examples of what businesses can do to make these changes and how they might be used to conserve resources, save time, and save money while improving employee and customer loyalty will be discussed. "To do" steps to begin implementing the strategies in your business will be provided.

January 17, 2012
6-8 pm

Location TBA

$20 individual
$15 student
(meal included)

Registration will soon be available on EventBrite.

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