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Green Screen Toronto Workshop - The New Business Imperative: Going Green - March 3, 2009

12 February 2009

 

A follow up to a similar workshop held in the fall of 2008, Green Screen Toronto is proud to present the following workshop:

The New Business Imperative:  Going Green

 

Date:                     March 3, 2009 - 4pm – 6pm

Location:             HOK Offices

505-720 King Street West

Toronto, ON M5V 2T3

                                (Tour included)

Cost:                                    Free

Workshop Description

Sustainability is no longer a sidebar conversation in Canada’s major corporations.  Learn how industry leaders are meeting public and shareholder demands for greater environmental responsibility.  This workshop will draw on the experience of a major multi-disciplinary design firm, presented as a case study, to illustrate the strategies, large and small, that are helping businesses meet their commitments to sustainability.  Attendees will come to understand the benefits of going green, the basic elements, the processes, and the timelines, they will also get a perspective on the construction industry and its success with certification through organizations such as the US Green Building council and its LEED certification programs.  All will leave inspired to develop their own green programs.

 

A must for screen-based businesses seeking to transform their practices.

Workshop Leader

Lui Mancinelli, Senior VP and Managing Principal, HOK

Lui Mancinelli is responsible for HOK’s Canadian operations, including offices in Toronto, Ottawa, Calgary, Edmonton, Vancouver, Doha, and Dubai.  His visionary leadership has been a major factor in the firm’s growth from 12 to more than 300 employees over the last 10 years.  Lui has been instrumental in greening the firm’s operations and expanding its service offering to include sustainability consulting to clients in a wide range of market sectors. 

Lui sits on the Board of Directors of HOK, a design firm with 29 offices around the world. He is Vice-Chair of HOK’s Management Board and is a member of HOK’s Sustainable Innovation Group, Blue Ocean Group, and Corporate Workplace Group.  Lui received his Bachelor of Architectural Technology from Ryerson University and is a LEED® 2.0 Accredited Professional. He is a Certified Presenter for Climate Project™ Canada, which is committed to educating the public about climate change and informing them about potential solutions to preserve our planet.

AGENDA

3:45pm – 4:00pm - Arrival. Presentation to take place in the Think Tank are on the 5th floor.

4:05pm – 5:00pm - Welcome and Presentation – Lui Mancinelli

5:00 pm – 5:15pm - Q&A

5:15pm – 6:00pm - Tour of HOK 6:00pm - Wrap up


Those interested in attending may register by email: greenscreen@planetinfocus.org.  Limited seating.

 

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