Alexa Stone, LEED AP+ of ecoPreserve speaks at the International Convention Center Conference (ICCC)

September 22 - 24, 2011, Peabody Hotel, Orlando, Florida

Moderator:

Brian Hunter, Facility Operations Assistant Manager, Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL

Presenters:

Alexa Stone, LEED AP: O+M, President and Chief Executive Officer, ecoPreserve LLC, Orlando, FL
DeeDee Baggitt, Director of Engineering and Facilities, Rosen Hotels and Resorts, Orlando FL

Topic – “Simply Sustainable”:

The Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) was the first convention center in the US to receive ISO 14001 certification for its environmental management system and is now in the process of LEED for Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance (LEED EBOM) Certification.  Hear how ecoPreserve LLC, with Jeff Benavides as Sr. Project Manager, is guiding OCCC through the intense process of LEED EBOM Certification and learn how these efforts are not only helping to save the environment, but also dollars. www.ecopreserve.net

Rosen Resorts and Hotels will also share tips on environmentally friendly methods to manage waste, reduce energy use, conserve water and clean air practices. Learn how their employees are involved with these initiatives and what you can do to get your employees involved.

Additionally, find out about Orlando Green Destination Designation and their pilot program with 6 prominent I-Drive venues. All of this developed through the Hospitality Advocacy Committee in partnership with the US Green Building Council and others.

The Conference:

The International Convention Center Conference (ICCC) brings convention center managers together and connects them with representatives in industry-related groups. ICCC provides relevant discussions, cost-saving ideas and new opportunities for collaboration. http://www.iavm.org/2011_meetings/iccc/program.asp