Sustainable Business Week

For one week in June, we presented a series of workshops for the Morristown community. Our goal was to provide sustainable information about products, services and local businesses that can help the community save money and realize the goals of Step Ahead! Morristown.

Workshops & Expo were held at Hyatt Morristown from June 8th to June 10th, 2009.

Schedule of Events

Commercial Property Owners/Managers
Monday, June 8th
10am - 12pm

• Sustainable Development and construction options
• Energy Efficiency to save money and the environment
• Alternative Energy Systems and funding mechanisms
• Commerical Recycling - obligations and opportunities
• Creative Lease Agreements for Marketing Your Property
• Create and learn about Networks & Professional Associations

Restaurant & Food Service
Monday, June 8th
2pm-4pm

• Sourcing from area farmers and local markets
• Diverting food waste and saving money
• Recycling - responsibilities and compliance
• Energy Efficiency while maintaining ambiance
• Reducing packaging and garbage to save money and the environment
• Employee and Community Engagement

Retail & Service Storefronts
Tuesday, June 9th
8am-10am

• Attracting new sustainability customers
• Recycling for your business and customers
• Energy efficiency in lighting, heating & cooling
• Business to Business Services
• Employee & Community Engagement
• Developing and/or offering new environmentally-friendly products
• Packaging and Labeling

Office Professionals
Tuesday, June 9th
11:30am-1:30pm

• Sourcing recycled products at lower costs
• Energy conservation and efficiency
• Commerical recycling - tenant / landlord colaborations
• Virtual busines and e-commerce for reduced waste
• Green Cleaning promotes employee health & productivity
• Create and learn about Networks & Professional Associations
• Employee & Community Engagement

Starting a Business in Morristown
Wednesday, June 10th
10am-1pm

• What niche opportunities exist
• How to write a great business plan
• What funding is available to start-ups
• Location, location, location is key
• Marketing & Promotions on a tight budget

To learn more more Information or for press inquiries, call: 973.455.1133 or
email: stepahead@morristown-nj.org