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Social Entrepreneurship Summit
September 20, 2016 @ 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
$50.00Event Navigation
Corporate social responsibility is the future of business in Arizona.
From printing companies that are employee owned, to restaurants that are striving toward zero waste, to bookstores that advocate for issues they believe in and law firms that have local purchasing commitment, there are countless ways that local businesses are solving problems in our state and are setting good examples for other business owners. The SOCENT Summit will be a day to hear directly from Arizona entrepreneurs about how and why they decided to create change.
Vincent Stanley, Director of Philosophy at Patagonia, will share the story of Patagonia, a clothing company whose dedication to being a responsible company has led to their international success.
Adam Goodman, President and CEO of Goodmans Interior Structures, will share how his company operates with attention to their community and their people.
Panel discussions featuring Arizona businesses will focus on Operations and Employee Engagement, Supply Chain Impact, Advocacy, Environmental Sustainability and Marketing.
- Business Owners & Staff: Businesses of all industries, large and small will find the content relevant. Whether your business has been incorporating elements of social responsibility for years, or it is just beginning to think about ways to operate with people, planet and profit in mind, you will leave the Summit with new ideas and inspirations from fellow entrepreneurs. Owners, HR professionals, managers and key staff of your business are encouraged to attend.
- Entrepreneurs: Individuals who are looking for ideas to solve complex social issues and environmental challenges will find plenty of inspiration at this event, and will be able to network with like-minded individuals.
- Investors: Investing in socially responsible companies that produce value for stakeholders have the potential to result in strong financial returns. Meet Arizona companies that are doing great things in the state.
- Economic Development professionals, City employees and elected officials: What does a community of socially responsible business owners look like for your city or town? Learn from our panelists how their businesses create a strong, positive presence in the regions they operate in.
- Nonprofits: Social responsibility is not just for for-profit companies! Nonprofits exist to solve problems in our communities and can further their impact by implementing new ideas into their operations and telling their stories.