Practical Industrial Applications of Sustainability Management Practices

April 18, 2012 | 8:30 am – 5:00 pm | Reception Following

World Trade Center Portland | 121 SW Salmon St., Bldg. Two | Portland, Oregon

One of the keys to the ability of Northwest food processors to remain competitive is to implement sustainable business practices.

The Northwest Food Processors Sustainability Summit is the region's premier gathering of food processors, sustainability experts and industry partners working to advance sustainability in the food processing industry.  Sessions are focused on practical industrial applications of sustainability management practices. Hear experts and industry personnel present real-life sustainability case studies, success stories and challenges.  Network with companies that are implementing sustainability programs/projects to share and learn from their experiences.

Session Topics Include:

• Sustainable Metrics:  Goal Setting, Tools, Integration with Corporate Strategy
• Product and Supply Chain Sustainability
• CRS & Sustainability Reporting
• Industry Case Studies and success stories
• Peer-to-Peer Discussions to ensure your questions are answered

Find valuable opportunities that can help you with your sustainability efforts.  Meet potential colleagues and partners including:

• Industry executives
• Plant managers, facilities engineers, maintenance managers
• Managers and coordinators of lean or sustainability initiatives
• Industrial efficiency providers and programs, utilities
• Industry organizations and specialists

David McGiverin
Sustainability and Productivity Manager
Northwest Food Processors Association
Office: 503.327.2244 Cell: 503.550.0457
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