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The 2023 Sustainable Business Summit is where sustainability professionals will connect in a powerful in-person event. We are excited to provide a space to gain critical industry insights on a range of relevant sustainability topics, meet with industry leaders and share insights in smaller groups with facilitated networking discussions. Join us to listen, learn and exchange ideas on sustainability trends and the changes your business faces. Get inspired, more connected and better equipped to make meaningful progress during this decade of action!
Check out the highlights from our 2022 Sustainable Business Summit and make sure to secure your spot for 2023!
Early Bird special rate for non-SBR members available through October 6th. Don’t miss your opportunity to receive $50 off your ticket price!
Members of the WNY Sustainable Business Roundtable receive a special member rate. If you do not see your member ticket available when registering, make sure to login to your NEON account. If you don’t know your login information, simply follow the “forgot password” instructions. Or, create a profile that will link you with your organization. Your profile must be linked with your employer’s membership to receive member pricing for events.
At SBR, we never want the cost of admission to become a barrier for sustainability progress. Should you require financial assistance to attend our Sustainable Business Summit, please reach out to our Executive Director, Alexandra Holland, and she will be happy to assist you.
Why Attend & What to Expect
Tap Into Local Sustainability Expertise:
Uncover a wealth of local sustainability expertise as you connect with regional and community leaders. Our keynote, moderators, and Engagement Session Stewards will facilitate an exchange of vital industry insights, while the event creates an opportunity to network with your peers and explore new partnerships with like-minded professionals who share your passion for sustainability.
Dynamic Sessions for Maximum Impact:
Our event format includes a keynote address from a nationally recognized sustainability leader and four engagement session tracks. This format is designed to inspire and motivate positive change while providing actionable strategies that help your business to recognize financial and environmental returns that sustainability creates. This year our Engagement Session themes include:
- Storytelling: Uncovering the Value of your ESG Report
- Building Trust Through Transparency
- Driving Change and Building a Culture of Sustainability
- Walking the Walk Together
Knowledge and Action Sessions:
In 2023, each engagement session track will feature both “Knowledge” and “Action” sessions. This approach ensures that professionals, regardless of what stage they are at in their sustainability journey, can walk away with valuable insights and concrete steps for implementation.
When and Where
Wayland Brewing Company
Our half-day event on Tuesday, November 14th, from 11am – 5:30pm, will be hosted at the inspiring Wayland Brewing Company whose history, vision, and renovation embodies our theme of transformation.
Wayland Brewing Company was built at a historic corner in the town of Orchard Park with parts of the facility dating as far back as 1806. Two existing structures, including a historic home, were preserved and updated, while two new structures were erected – a greenhouse-inspired “atrium”, which serves as a restaurant and taproom, and a standalone beer manufacturing and packaging facility. The owners transformed this historic site even further with the incorporation of sustainable manufacturing elements such as high efficiency steam heating and glycol cooling systems and the incorporation of water recovery and thermal recapture systems to reduce consumption and waste. We can’t think of a more motivating place for sustainable engagement and action!
Sponsor and Vendor Information
Become an official Sponsor or Vendor of the Sustainable Business Summit!
We offer several different sponsorship packages and a vendor opportunity for those businesses that would like to directly support and be more involved with our 2023 Sustainable Business Summit. If you or your business is interested please contact our Executive Director, Alexandra Holland, and she will be happy to provide you with further information.
Stay Tuned for Keynote and Speaker Reveals
Coming Soon!
Previous Summits
2022 Summit
Breaking Through Barriers: Resilience In Turbulent Times
2021 Summit
Make It Your Business: Harness the Power of the SDG’s
2020 Summit
The Value of Building Business Resilience
2019 Summit
Building Your Business: Reducing Your Footprint
2018 Summit
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