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CORPORATE NEXUS Setting the Sustainable Business Agenda

Wednesday, February 25, 2009 from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM (CT)

Chicago, IL

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Ticket Type Sales End Price Fee Quantity
Non-Members 2/25 Ended $39.01 $0.99
CSBA/Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce Members 2/25 Ended $24.01 $0.99
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Event Details

Does Chicago provide a conducive atmosphere to grow sustainability-minded companies? What role should Chicago’s multinational corporations play in local sustainability initiatives? Who’s setting the agenda, who’s following, and where are we going exactly? CSBA:CORPORATE NEXUS features a panel of senior sustainability executives and provides local professionals with the opportunity to build connections and knowledge.

Move beyond sit-and-listen events!

  • Industry-specific tables encourage targeted interaction
  • The breakfast will culminate in a lively group discussion designed to catalyze a more vibrant and engaged community.

Panelists:
Dan Probst
Global Sustainability Officer, Jones Lang LaSalle
 
Kaj Jensen
Vice President of Public Policy, Bank of America
 
Pat Bartholomew
EHS Director - Management Systems, Baxter International Inc.

Moderator:
Peter Nicholson
Executive and Creative Director, Foresight Design Initiative

Industry Tables:
Sustainability Professionals
Hosted by Sundee Wislow
, U.S. Equities

Communications and Branding

Hosted by John Davidoff
, Davidoff Communications

Finance
Hosted by Steve Sherman
, GreenChoice Bank

Entrepreneurs
Hosted by Dawn Hancock
, Firebelly Design

Important Notes

The CORPORATE NEXUS is a program of the Chicago Sustainable Business Alliance. The premier network for sustainability oriented businesses, the CSBA helps catalyze the movement toward a more sustainable local economy through empowering its members.

The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce has been has been working to make Chicagoland the most business friendly region in America. For over 100 years we have been enhancing the success of our members through aggressive programs of advocacy, member benefits, and business development tools.

When & Where



IIT Stuart School of Business
565 W. Adams
Room 470
Chicago, IL 60661

Wednesday, February 25, 2009 from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM (CT)


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Foresight Design Initiative



The Foresight Design Initiative fosters action and dialogue on sustainable innovation in Chicago. It undertakes both its own programs, such as the Foresight Sustainable Business Alliance, Foresight Green Drinks, and the 7 week intensive Immersion summer program, and consults on the development of others with a range of partners.