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Local First "Designing Sustainable Communities through Business" Conference

Wednesday, April 28, 2010

Aquinas College

1607 Robinson Rd. SE
Grand Rapids 49506

Local First: "Designing Sustainable Communities through Business" is Wednesday, April 28 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Aquinas College, and open to the public! Don't miss out on early-bird registration rates, available through April 14!

Join local leaders as they discuss the successess and challenges they've faced in their pursuit of sustainability and provide practical tips for steps you can take in your own organization.

Presenting organizations include: Aquinas College Center for Sustainability; Essence Restaurant Group; Founders Bank & Trust; Grand Rapids Community Foundation; Metro Health; Sustainable Research Group, and many, many more...

Local First is proud to welcome keynote speaker Amy Emberling, managing partner at Zingerman's Bakehouse, a member of the world renowned Zingerman's Community of Businesses in Ann Arbor. Learn first-hand how a small neighborhood deli grew into the $30 million business that it is today... all while staying true to its local roots!

This event is open to the public. Tickets include catered breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon beer / wine reception.

For more information, or to register, visit the online event page.

 

Event Type: Meetings 



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