NAEM's EHS & Sustainability Unconference

SCHEDULE OVERVIEW

8:00 - 8:15am
Registration and Coffee

8:15 - 8:45am
Welcome and Group Introductions

8:45 -10:00am
Interactive Session:
Identifying the Critical EHS Issues
What issues matter to you? This facilitated discussion will help you and your peers determine the five hot topics to be addressed during the break-out sessions.

10:00 - 11:00am
Critical Issues Breakouts, Round 1
Bring your thoughts to the table and discuss your most pressing issues with a group of your EHS peers.

11:00 - 11:15am
Break/ Breakout Changeover

11:15 - 12:15am
Critical Issues Breakouts Round 2

12:15 - 1:00 pm
Lunch

1:00 - 2:00pm
Group Report Out

2:00 - 2:15pm
Break

2:15 - 3:15pm
Presentation: The State of Corporate Sustainability - How has the global economic downturn affected corporate priorities?
Following up on the morning’s sharing of insights and best practices, these case studies will offer the chance to dig deep into two sustainability programs at leading companies.

Ana Fernandez, Director, Environmental Programs, US Foodservice
Bill Frerking, VP & Chief Sustainability Officer, Georgia Pacific

3:15 - 3:30pm
Break

3:30 - 4:30pm
Presentation: EHS Regulatory Update - What’s on the Horizon?
Get the scoop on future regulations. Our regulatory expert will let you know what to expect in the future as she gives an overview of proposed and pending legislation with a special focus on GHG developments.

Amy Lincoln, Associate, Beveridge & Diamond, PC

4:30 - 5:00pm
Presentation: Benchmark results on The State of Corporate Sustainability.
Drawing on conversations with leaders of NAEM’s member companies, this presentation will offer benchmarking insights into current sustainability priorities and initiatives.

Carol Singer Neuvelt, Executive Director, NAEM

5:00pm
Closing and Happy Hour

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MEET WITH YOUR PEERS IN ATLANTA

Meet with your peers on September 24th to identify and discuss your critical EHS Management issues! Share your knowledge and learn from the experiences of others as you address your pressing concerns about Sustainability Metrics, GHG Management, EHS Compliance and more!

Attend this one day event and you'll walk away with:

A regulatory update with a focus on GHG developments
Suggestions and solutions from your peers on challenging EHS/S Issues
A look at the State of Corporate Sustainability in today’s business climate
Great networking with your Atlanta Chapter members

What is an UnConference?
An UnConference is a proven, leading-edge conference format that showcases peer-based learning at its best.

This specially designed format helps participants to brainstorm and systematically identify the hottest issues being faced today. Attendees then work together to develop solutions by tapping into the collective knowledge and experiences of the group. It is a chance to have meaningful discussions on the topics that matter to you most.

NAEM’s UnConference also incorporates the best of traditional focused learning presentations. The second half of the day will be dedicated to in-house case study presentations on sustainability, and an update on pending and future EHS regulations.

See what participants have said about the recent UnConferences!

“Sharing experiences with peers is a key differentiator of the NAEM organization. This is the real value.”
“I like the one day format as it fits well in my busy schedule. [I’m] glad I took time to attend."
“As always, NAEM brings value when bringing peers together.”
“I really liked the UnConference: great participation, networking …and group interaction. Would definitely attend one again!”
“You did a great job and we will send another employee to Atlanta.”

Who should attend?

EHS Professionals ready to roll up their sleeves and discover best practices
Anyone who wants to engage in practical, real world discussions on the difficult issues in the EHS field today
Those who are willing share their experiences, and eager to tap into the knowledge of their peers

Cost
NAEM Members: $349
In-House EHS Managers: $389
Consultants and Service Providers: $499

Buy One Get One Free !
Current NAEM Members in good standing receive an additional free registration to this event with the purchase of one full-price registration! Attendee's guest does not have to be an NAEM member or co-worker to participate in this offer.
* To receive the discount, register through our online portal and follow the instructions. If you have any problems, please call Mike Mahanna at 202-986-6616

Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to get out of the grind of day-to-day survival management and hear how your peers are tackling the EHS and Sustainability challenges of the day.

Location:	The Loudermilk Center 40 Courtland St. NE Atlanta, GA 30303 404-507-1690	Hotel Information Residence Inn by Marriott – Downtown 134 Peachtree St. Atlanta, GA 30303 404-522-0950 Rate: $129/night for a suite To book a room, please call Brenda at 404-522-0950 ext 521, and tell her you are attending the NAEM event at the Loudermilk Center.
When:	Thursday Sept. 24th, 2009 8:00am - 5:00pm, Networking Reception to follow