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What can Green do for you? Discover the surprising answers with a panel of eco-experts from business, government and education. Learn how to protect our valuable natural resources while saving time, energy – and money!

Green Business Conference and Luncheon
Friday, March 28, 2008
12 – 3 p.m.

Business Conference Center, Des Plaines campus
Registration: $35 (includes luncheon, presentations and handouts)

Register today at 847-635-1934. Space is limited.

 

Program


Welcome and Introductions

Carlee Drummer, Executive Director, College Advancement
Mayor Tony Arredia, Des Plaines


Featured Speaker
Illinois Lt. Governor Pat Quinn (www.standingupforillinois.org)

Keynote Presentations


Roundtable 1 – Green Business Perspectives
Moderator: Mark Walsten, 6th Ward Alderman, Des Plaines

  • Bruce Horigan, Horigan Urban Forest Products (www.horiganufp.com)
  • Mike Ellis, EA Logistics (www.deliveredgrean.com/)
  • Ronald Thomas, Green College Committee, Oakton Community College
  • Alexander Barton, Green Transportation Solutions, Des Plaines


Roundtable 2 – Green Business Resources

Moderator: Deborah Popely, President, Green2B/Green2C Marketing


Concluding Remarks

Brad Wooten, Dean of Social Sciences and Business, Oakton Community College

Sponsored by
DEEP GREEN (Des Plaines Energy and Environmental Program)
Oakton Community College
Harper College
City of Des Plaines
Green2B/Green2C Marketing

Is your business involved with saving energy, waste disposal or other “green” services? Be an exhibitor! Contact jen@popelyco.com or call 847-212-2062.

Check this page for updates on presenters and panelists.

 

Exhibitors
A-Plus Pest Control
Clean Air Counts
Consolidated Printing
Drummond American
EA Logistics
Forbo Flooring Systems
Horigan Urban Forest Products
JF New
Maine Township Highway Department
Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance
Onyx Environmental Solutions
Ozinga
Pizzo & Associates

Exhibits will remain open until 4 p.m. to accommodate the event schedule.


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