Originally broadcast live on the Yoonity Connect virtual events platform on Tuesday 4th July, I had the privilege to host a webinar with a stellar panel of event industry professionals who came together to discuss how to Navigate the Path to Net Zero in the Events Industry.The webinar was a partnership between The Dan Assor Show and the Business Design Centre.
Panellists
- Anna Abdelnoor CEO, Founder isla, here to accelerate the event industry transition to a sustainable future
- Keith O'Loughlin, CEO, Smyle, who support global brands to imagine and deliver innovative experiences and creative content. The agency is on a journey to carbon neutrality
- Edwin Van der Vennet 💚 Owner, beMatrix & Chair of the Workstream "Smart Production and Waste Management" Net Zero Carbon Events
- Kate Vandenburg, Marketing & Communication Director of carbon neutral Business Design Centre, who are setting their sights on achieving net zero by 2030
Discussion Points
- How can the events industry overcome the challenge of establishing a common approach for achieving net-zero emissions?
- What are the challenges that the events industry faces when transitioning to more sustainable practices, and how can they be overcome?
- How can event organisers collaborate with suppliers, vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure a more sustainable supply chain for event materials, resources, and services?
- How can event businesses effectively engage and educate clients, suppliers, and attendees about the importance of sustainability, and encourage them to actively participate in eco-friendly practices and initiatives?
- How can businesses in the events industry effectively measure and track their progress towards sustainability goals, and what key performance indicators should be considered?
- What financial and logistical challenges do businesses in the events industry face when transitioning to more sustainable practices? How can these challenges be addressed to ensure a smooth and cost-effective sustainability transition?
The Dan Assor Show official venue sponsor is carbon neutral conference and exhibition centre, BDC London, who are currently setting their sights on reaching net zero before 2030. https://www.businessdesigncentre.co.uk/
The Dan Assor Show supporters:
Tarsus Group https://www.tarsus.com/
Nineteen Group https://www.nineteengroup.com/
tfconnect https://www.tfconnect.global/
Terrapinn https://www.terrapinn.com/
