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CU Denver&rsquo\;s Sustainable Business Advisory Council\, Sustainable Bus
iness Programs\, and Institute for International Business (IIB) \;cordially invite you to a networking and panel disc
ussion on \;<
/p> \; Sustainable Supply
Chains and Circularity \;
\; Tuesday\, December 5\, 2023 5:00 pm &ndash\; 6:30 pm (MT)<
/span> \; Jake Jabs Event Center 1st \;Floor\, CU Denver Business School<
/span> 1475 Lawr
ence Street\, Denver\, CO 80202 \; Zoom link for \;optional \;remote participation provided after RSVP \;
Who can attend? This event is designed for all SBAC members and CU Denver f
aculty\, staff\, students\, and alumni. The local sustainable and regenera
tive business community is also welcome and encouraged to attend. \; Agenda 5:00pm: Networking and Refreshments 5:30pm: Sustainable Supply Chains and Circularity Panel Discussion 6:30pm: Adjournment
\; Panel Overview An exploration of the intricate relationship between waste
and supply chains\, two critical aspects of modern global industry. Disti
nguished experts from both academia and practice will come together to ana
lyze the multifaceted challenges posed by global supply chains and the sub
sequent generation of waste. The discourse will delve into strategies aime
d at optimizing supply chain efficiency while concurrently addressing envi
ronmental concerns\, emphasizing the need for sustainable practices and ci
rcular economy models. Our panelists will discuss thought-provoking takes
on innovative technologies\, policy frameworks and actions to minimize was
te generation\, enhance resource utilization\, and foster a greener\, more
resilient global supply chain network. The discussion will underscore the
undeniable link between supply chain management and responsible waste red
uctions\, sparking a renewed commitment to driving positive change at both
local and global scales. \; Panelists Dr. Nivedita Biyani
\, Benioff Ocean Science Laboratory | Arizona State University<
/p> Yasmin Foster\
, Supply Chain Delivery Manager\, IBM | CU Denver MS IB Alumni
Megan Jorgensen\, Sustainability Maven &ndas h\; Eco-Products | SBAC Chair
Christie Pettys\, Product Standards Manager &ndash\; Food\, Na tural Grocers | SBAC Member
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Moderator
Dr. Robert Hobbins\, CU Denver Business School \;
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Parking and Light Rail Information
Parking is available at Writer&rsquo\;s Square Garag e for $20. The entrance to this garage is at 1587 Lawrence Street. It is o n the left-hand side of Lawrence Street in between 15th and 16th street. L ook for green signage with white lettering that reads &ldquo\;Parking&rdqu o\;. Street parking is also available at any of the meters. The CU Denver Business School is also easily accessible via light rail &ndash\; get off at the Colorado Convention Center or Union Station stops and walk the few blocks to the school.
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Email Dr. Robert Hobbins <\;Robert.Hobbins@ucdenver.edu>\; \;with any questions.
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