Workshop Session III: Friday, February 24, 1:30pm – 3:00pm
Workshop Concentration: Business, Investment, and New Markets

New and powerful voices are emerging within America’s business community willing to advocate for sustainable and progressive policies. These ‘triple bottom line’ companies and business associations are educating policymakers and the media how sustainability is good for business, the economy and society at large. From clean energy to affordable health care to domestic manufacturing to campaign finance and tax reform, business leaders are supporting sustainable economic policies. This session features business leaders actively engaged in the policy process at the federal, state and municipal level.  Join us for a lively discussion about how businesses can support laws and regulations that create new market opportunities and jobs while accounting for social and environmental impacts.

Presenters:
John Shegerian, President, Electronic Recyclers International
Frank Knapp, President, South Carolina Small Business Chamber of Commerce
Richard Eidlin, Policy Director, American Sustainable Business Council
Ovie Mughelli, Atlanta Falcons Fullback