Announcements
Sustainable Business Fridays: Opportunities for Building Green Affordably
Les Bluestone, BlueSea Development and BlueSea Corporation
Friday, May 17, 2013
Join the Bard MBA in Sustainability program for our twice-monthly dial-in conversation series over your lunchtime featuring sustainability leaders from the New York City area and across the planet.
This week we’re talking with Les Bluestone of BlueSea Development and BlueSea Construction. Les will be talking on“Opportunities for Building Green Affordably”. Since the formation of BlueSea Development in 1999, Les has been at the forefront of green affordable housing development in New York.
Call Information
Dial in: 712-432-3100
Conference Code: 253385
Sustainable Business Fridays convenes every first and third Friday of the month during the semester, with special guests selected by students in the Bard MBA in Sustainability program. This is our final call - we'll talk to you in the fall!
Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Sponsored by: Bard MBA in Sustainability
E-mail: ebangood@bard.edu
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Sustainable Business Fridays: Integrating the Bottom Line
Robert Sroufe, Director of Applied Sustainability, Duquesne University
Friday, May 3, 2013
Join the Bard MBA in Sustainability program for our twice-monthly dial-in conversation series over your lunchtime featuring sustainability leaders from the New York City area and across the planet.
This week we’re talking with Robert Sroufe, Director of Applied Sustainability, Duquesne University. Robert will be talking on“Integrating the Bottom Line: Leading the Way.” Robert's team has been working with Hunter Lovins and others to link the drivers of sustainable business advantage to accounting metrics.
Call Information
Dial in: 712-432-3100
Conference Code: 253385
Sustainable Business Fridays convenes every first and third Friday of the month during the semester, with special guests selected by students in the Bard MBA in Sustainability program. Our final call of the spring semester will be on May 17 with Les Bluestone, President, Blue Sea Development Co. on “Building Green for Everyone.”
Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Sponsored by: Bard MBA in Sustainability
E-mail: ebangood@bard.edu
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Online Info Session on Bard Graduate Programs in Sustainability
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Join Bard Center for Environmental Policy for an online Online Info Session at 7pm on April 30th. Chat live with admissions representatives from both the Bard MBA in Sustainability and the Bard Center for Environmental Policy.
Ask detailed questions about your program's structure, intricacies of the application process, or anything else that will help on your path towards environmental leadership. Director Goodstein will also be available to field your inquiries as well.
You can register for the webinar here. We will send you a follow-up confirmation email with instructions on how to sign on for the live event.
Time: 7:00 pm – 7:45 pm
Location: Website
Sponsored by: Bard Center for Environmental Policy; Bard MBA in Sustainability
Contact: 845-758-7073
E-mail: ekrohn@bard.edu
Website: http://www.bard.edu/gps
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Sustainable Business Fridays: Bringing Unilever’s Sustainable Living Plan to Life
Jessica Sobel, North America Sustainability Manager for Unilever
Friday, April 19, 2013
Join the Bard MBA in Sustainability program for our twice-monthly dial-in conversation series over your lunchtime featuring sustainability leaders from the New York City area and across the planet.
This week we’re talking with Jessica Sobel, North America Sustainability Manager for Unilever who will discuss “Bringing Unilever’s Sustainable Living Plan to Life”. Unilever recently launched its incredibly ambitious plan: By 2020, help bring safe drinking water to 500 million people; cut greenhouse gas pollution, solid waste, and water use by 50%; AND double the size of the company.
Call Information
Dial in: 712-432-3100
Conference Code: 253385
Sustainable Business Fridays convenes every first and third Friday of the month during the semester, with special guests selected by students in the Bard MBA in Sustainability program. Our next call will be May 3 with Robert Sroufe, Director of Applied Sustainability, Duquesne University. Robert will be talking on“Integrating the Bottom Line: Leading the Way”.
Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Sponsored by: Bard MBA in Sustainability
E-mail: ebangood@bard.edu
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Show Me the Money! Social Captial Access for Sustainability
Sustainable Business Series - Spring 2013
Monday, April 8, 2013
<<<<<REGISTER HERE>>>>>
Join Bard MBA in Sustainability as we bring together sustainable business experts for our weekly conversation series. Each evening will begin with a conversation amongst our panelists on the topic of the night, followed by questions from the audience. This is a unique opportunity to engage in conversation with leaders in the field of sustainability. Prospective students will also have a chance to learn more about the Bard MBA program.
Bard MBA will host Diana Ayton-Shenker for a conversation about accessing social capital for sustainability. She will map out an overview of the social capital landscape for sustainability, highlighting current and emerging trends, issues, challenges, and opportunities. Diana Ayton-Shenkar is the founder of Global Momenta and Fast Forward Fund, teaches Social Entrepreneurship at The New School, is a Senior Fellow at Bard College’s Globalization and International Affairs (BGIA) Program, and has published books and articles on the United Nations, CSR, and human rights.
Seating is limited. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED for each event.
Small bites and refreshments provided.
Spring 2013 Sustainable Business Series
February 25 - Read a recap
The State of NYC Net Impact
National, NYC, Bard, Columbia, Fordham* and NYC Net Impact Chapter Leaders - Public welcome!
36 W. 44th St, Suite 1011, NYC
March 4 – Read a recap
Getting Investors Engaged in Sustainability
Cary Krosinsky, Network for Sustainable Financial Markets
641 6th Ave, 8th Floor, NYC
March 13
Creating Citizen Brands
Robin Raj & George Perlov, Citizen Group
641 6th Ave, 8th Floor, NYC
March 26
The State of Clean Tech in New York State
Michael Shimazu, NYSERDA
641 6th Ave, 8th Floor, NYC
April 1 - Register HERE
Lovins/Winston: Frontiers of Sustainable Business
Hunter Lovins & Andrew Winston
Santander Bank Auditorium, 45 East 53rd Street, NYC
April 8 - Register HERE
Show Me the Money! Social Capital Access for Sustainability
Diana Ayton-Shenker, Global Momenta and Fast Forward Fund
641 6th Ave, 8th Floor, NYC
Download: SBS Event Poster - Spring 2013.pdf
Time: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Location: CookFox Architects, 641 6th Avenue, 8th Floor, New York City
Sponsored by: Bard MBA in Sustainability
E-mail: kvansant@bard.edu
Website: http://www.bard.edu/mba
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Sustainable Business Fridays: How to Rescue Your Life, The Planet and Your Organization
Bob Doppelt
Friday, April 5, 2013
Join the Bard MBA in Sustainability program for our twice-monthly dial-in conversation series over your lunchtime featuring sustainability leaders from the New York City area and across the planet. This week we’re talking with author and sustainability expert Bob Doppelt about “How to Rescue Your Life, the Planet, and Your Organization.” Bob, a long-time sustainability leader, is Director of The Resource Innovations Group affiliated with Willamette University in Oregon. His latest book, detailing the rescue plan, is From Me to We.
Call Information
Dial in: 712-432-3100
Conference Code: 253385
Sustainable Business Fridays convenes every first and third Friday of the month during the semester, with special guests selected by students in the Bard MBA in Sustainability program. Our next call will be on April 19th: Jessica Sobel, North America Sustainability Manager for Unilever will discuss “Bringing Unilever’s Sustainable Living Plan to Life”.
Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Sponsored by: Bard MBA in Sustainability
E-mail: ebangood@bard.edu
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The Frontier of Sustainable Business with Andrew Winston & Hunter Lovins
Sustainable Business Series - Spring 2013
Monday, April 1, 2013
<<<<<REGISTER HERE>>>>>
Join Bard MBA in Sustainability as we bring together sustainable business experts for our weekly conversation series. Each evening will begin with a conversation amongst our panelists on the topic of the night, followed by questions from the audience. This is a unique opportunity to engage in conversation with leaders in the field of sustainability. Prospective students will also have a chance to learn more about the Bard MBA program.
Bard MBA is thrilled to welcome two of the most well known experts in corporate sustainability, Andrew Winston and Hunter Lovins for a conversation about what the frontier of sustainable business looks like. This event, hosted by Santander Bank, will feature a conversation between Winston and Lovins discussing their perspectives on where corporate sustainability is heading. The audience will have an opportunity to engage these leaders in further discussion during the question period.
Please note that seating capacity is strictly limited and registered attendees will be admitted on a first come, first serve basis. Click HERE to complete required registration.
Doors open at 6:30 PM. Program begins at 7 PM. Location information below.
An event flyer is available for download below.
Spring 2013 Sustainable Business Series
February 25 - Read a recap
The State of NYC Net Impact
National, NYC, Bard, Columbia, Fordham* and NYC Net Impact Chapter Leaders - Public welcome!
36 W. 44th St, Suite 1011, NYC
March 4 – Read a recap
Getting Investors Engaged in Sustainability
Cary Krosinsky, Network for Sustainable Financial Markets
641 6th Ave, 8th Floor, NYC
March 13
Creating Citizen Brands
Robin Raj & George Perlov, Citizen Group
641 6th Ave, 8th Floor, NYC
March 26
The State of Clean Tech in New York State
Michael Shimazu, NYSERDA
641 6th Ave, 8th Floor, NYC
April 1 - Register HERE
Lovins/Winston: Frontiers of Sustainable Business
Hunter Lovins & Andrew Winston
Santander Bank Auditorium, 45 East 53rd Street, NYC
April 8 - Register HERE
Show Me the Money! Social Capital Access for Sustainability
Diana Ayton-Shenker, Global Momenta and Fast Forward Fund
641 6th Ave, 8th Floor, NYC
Download: SBS Event Poster - Spring 2013.pdf
Time: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Location: Santander Bank Auditorium, 45 East 53rd Street, New York, NY 10022
Sponsored by: Bard MBA in Sustainability
E-mail: kvansant@bard.edu
Website: http://www.bard.edu/mba
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Bard Graduate Programs in Sustainability Webinar
Wednesday, March 27, 2013
Bard CEP and Bard MBA will co-host an online information session for prospective students interested in learning more about our graduate programs. We use an interactive platform where we can present you information and take your questions.
Learn about programs and admissions requirements for:
- MS in Environmental Policy
- MS in Climate Science and Policy
- MBA in Sustainability
Time: 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location: Website
Sponsored by: Bard Center for Environmental Policy; Bard MBA in Sustainability
Contact: 845-758-7073
E-mail: ekrohn@bard.edu
Website: http://www.bard.edu/gps
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The State of Clean Tech in New York
Sustainable Business Series - Spring 2013
Tuesday, March 26, 2013
<<<<<<REGISTER HERE>>>>>>
Join Bard MBA in Sustainability as we bring together sustainable business experts for our weekly conversation series. Each evening will begin with a conversation amongst our panelists on the topic of the night, followed by questions from the audience. This is a unique opportunity to engage in conversation with some of the most well known experts in the field of sustainability. Prospective students will also have a chance to learn more about the Bard MBA program.
New York State and NYSERDA are creating a hub of clean tech innovation and incubation across the state. Bard MBA is thrilled to host Michael Shimazu of NYSERDA's Innovation and Business Development department and Emily Wheeler, the Deputy Director of NYC-ACRE (New York City Accelerator for a Clean and Renewable Economy) as we learn about the exciting developments in clean tech across the state and what the future holds.
Seating is limited. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED for each event.
Small bites and refreshments provided.
An event flyer is available for download below.
Spring 2013 Sustainable Business Series
February 25 - Read a recap
The State of NYC Net Impact
National, NYC, Bard, Columbia, Fordham* and NYC Net Impact Chapter Leaders - Public welcome!
36 W. 44th St, Suite 1011, NYC
March 4 – Read a recap
Getting Investors Engaged in Sustainability
Cary Krosinsky, Network for Sustainable Financial Markets
641 6th Ave, 8th Floor, NYC
March 13
Creating Citizen Brands
Robin Raj & George Perlov, Citizen Group
641 6th Ave, 8th Floor, NYC
March 26 - Register HERE
The State of Clean Tech in New York State
Michael Shimazu, NYSERDA
641 6th Ave, 8th Floor, NYC
April 1 - Register HERE
Lovins/Winston: Frontiers of Sustainable Business
Hunter Lovins & Andrew Winston
NYC Location TBD
April 8 - Register HERE
Show Me the Money! Social Capital Accessfor Sustainability
Diana Ayton-Shenker, Global Momenta and Fast Forward Fund
641 6th Ave, 8th Floor, NYC
Download: SBS Event Poster - Spring 2013.pdf
Time: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Location: 641 6th Ave, 8th Floor, New York, NY
Sponsored by: Bard MBA in Sustainability
E-mail: kvansant@bard.edu
Website: http://www.bard.edu/mba
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Creating Citizen Brands with Robin Raj and George Perlov
Sustainable Business Series - Spring 2013
Wednesday, March 13, 2013
<<<<<<REGISTER HERE>>>>>>
Join Bard MBA in Sustainability as we bring together sustainable business experts for our weekly conversation series. Each evening will begin with a conversation amongst our panelists on the topic of the night, followed by questions from the audience. This is a unique opportunity to engage in conversation with some of the most well known experts in the field of sustainability. Prospective students will also have a change to learn more about the Bard MBA program.
We're thrilled to host Robin Raj and George Perlov of San Francisco's Citizen Group as we discuss how they’re Creating Citizen Brands. Citizen works with clients such as Walmart, Amnesty International, Pabst Blue Ribbon, World Wildlife Fund, and more to develop values-based brand strategies and creative initiatives that build lasting relationships and effectively engage audiences to achieve results. They call it the quadruple bottom line - supporting people, planet, and profits by igniting the passions of our audiences.
Seating is limited. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED for each event.
Small bites and refreshments provided.
An event flyer is available for download below.
Spring 2013 Sustainable Business Series
February 25 - Read a recap
The State of NYC Net Impact
National, NYC, Bard, Columbia, Fordham* and NYC Net Impact Chapter Leaders - Public welcome!
36 W. 44th St, Suite 1011, NYC
March 4 – Read a recap
Getting Investors Engaged in Sustainability
Cary Krosinsky, Network for Sustainable Financial Markets
641 6th Ave, 8th Floor, NYC
March 13 - Register HERE
Creating Citizen Brands
Robin Raj & George Perlov, Citizen Group
641 6th Ave, 8th Floor, NYC
March 26 - Register HERE
The State of Clean Tech in New York State
Michael Shimazu, NYSERDA
NYC Location TBD
April 1 - Register HERE
Lovins/Winston: Frontiers of Sustainable Business
Hunter Lovins & Andrew Winston
NYC Location TBD
April 8 - Register HERE
Show Me the Money! Social Capital Accessfor Sustainability
Diana Ayton-Shenker, Global Momenta and Fast Forward Fund
641 6th Ave, 8th Floor, NYC
*Invited
Download: SBS Event Poster - Spring 2013.pdf
Time: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Location: New York City
Sponsored by: Bard MBA in Sustainability
E-mail: kvansant@bard.edu
Website: http://www.bard.edu/mba
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