Pioneering Brands Lead Panel on Transparency, Responsible Sourcing and Fair Trade at Outdoor Retailer Winter Market
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WHO: Fair Trade USA, Patagonia, Oliberte and prAna
WHAT: The Responsible Sourcing Journey: Mitigating Risk, Improving Lives and Tapping into Consumer Demand
As global trade becomes more transparent, competitive and complex, the need for outdoor companies to understand our supply chains from a social and environmental perspective has never been greater. This panel offers a unique insight into how 3 companies – prAna, Patagonia and Oliberté – have approached the topic not only of risk management, but are going beyond to improve the lives of those who manufacture their products.
Offering a further insight into the subject, Fair Trade USA will share how these practices are being reflected in consumer awareness and market demand. Come join this important dialogue to learn how your company can drive responsibility into your supply chains and grow your business.
SPEAKERS:
Maya Spaull, Director of New Category Innovation, Fair Trade USA
Cara Chacon, Director of Environmental and Social Responsibility, Patagonia
Tal Dehtiar, Founder, Oliberte footwear
Nicole Bassett, Director of Sustainability, prAna
WHEN: Wednesday, Jan 22, 2014, 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM
WHERE:
Salt Lake City Marriott Hotel Downtown
Salt Lake City, Utah
Park City Room
CONTACT:
Katie Barrow
Senior Manager of Communications, Fair Trade USA
kbarrow@fairtradeusa.org
