FAQ/Hotel etc

About the Producers

PRESS

Thank you for your interest in the inaugural Greener by Design event, a deep-dive, interactive, two-day event focusing on the greening of mainstream products by combining first-rate speakers and panelists with a unique approach to innovation called Systematic Inventive Thinking.  There promises to be a gathering of some of the most well respected executives in the sustainable product space.

Green Gurus@Play(TM) are working sessions for delegates only. Reporting press will not have access to attend these sessions.

The Greener by Design event will feature several sessions that are open to the reporting press.  These include the General Sessions and Panel Discussions.  Members of the reporting press are requested to refrain from asking questions during all sessions. Questions should be saved for press conferences or interviews.

Due to high media interest and limited space, we are requesting that each media outlet submit a written request for press credentials.

All requests should include the following information:

• Name of person from outlet requesting press credentials
• Title
• Media outlet
• Address; phone number; fax number; email address; and URL
• Equipment you will be bringing (still camera, television camera, etc.)
• Any special needs you require, including specific interview requests or story angles
• Any other information that would be helpful in considering your request, such as circulation, demographics, etc.

Please note: Requests from freelancers on assignment must include name and contact information for their assigning editor and outlet.

All requests should be emailed to:

• Lisa Carroll at lcarroll@globalexec.com
• The Global Executive, 203.403.9019

Media Coverage of the Greener by Design event

Press Releases

April 9, 2008
Inaugural Greener by Design Conference Offers Private Sessions with Leading Design Experts

May 15, 2008
Summit Publishing Company Supports Greener By Design Conference

Press Mentions

April 24, 2008
What They Think Blog
What They Think Turns Green

April 24, 2008
Shelf Impact
Green your goal? Conference to discuss leading-edge approaches

Joel Makower Blog
GreenBiz and GreenYour: Something Old, Something New

May 12, 2008
Sustainable Packaging

May 14, 2008
NACS to Co-Sponsor First Greener By Design Conference

STATE OF GREEN BUSINESS 2008

Joel Makower and the editors of GreenBiz.com launched the landmark report State of Green Business 2008, a comprehensive, 65-page, 20-indicator look at how green business trends are impacting (or not impacting) the economy as a whole. You can download the report by visitingwww.greenbiz.com.

Media coverage of State of Green Business 2008 report:

Wall Street Journal
http://blogs.wsj.com/

San Jose Mercury
http://www.mercurynews.com/

Wired Magazine
http://www.wired.com/

Blog postings
http://blogsearch.google.com/

San Francisco Chronicle
http://www.sfgate.com/

Closing Bell
http://www.cnbc.com/

USA Today
http://www.usatoday.com/

Pravda
http://english.pravda.ru/

Hilton Alexandria Mark Center

5000 Seminary Road
Alexandria, VA 22311
Phone: 703 845-1010
Fax: 703 845-7662

Room Rate
$200 single/double occupancy plus 10.5% sales tax

Category
First Class Hotel

Airport
Reagan National (DCA) - 5 miles
Washington Dulles (IAD) - 30 miles

*The Hilton Alexandria will provide a complimentary shuttle to Reagan National Airport.

Cancellation Policy
By 3PM 3 days prior to arrival date

Additional Info
Check in: 3:00PM
Check Out: 11:00AM

Very Important
All hotel reservations must be booked through The Global Executive to receive the special negotiated rate for Greener By Design 2008 participants. You can request accommodations as you are registering for the conference. If you have registered already, please call 800-516-4265 to reserve your room!

The Hilton Alexandria Mark Center is within sight of the nation’s capitol and just ten minutes from the central business district of Washington, DC.

For general hotel information, you can visit them at:
http://www1.hilton.com/en_US/hi/hotel/DCAAHHF-Hilton-Alexandria-Mark-Center-Virginia/index.do

Transportation
Washington National Airport Distance from hotel: 4.5 mi. Drive time: 10 min.

Directions: Follow signs for I-395S to exit 4 Seminary Road West. Hotel on Left.

Transportation to and from the Airport

Type	Typical Minimum Charge
Courtesy Bus	Hotel Shuttle
Limousine	20.00 USD
Taxi	20.00 USD

Dulles International Distance from hotel: 30 mi. Drive time: 35 min.

Directions: Dulles access road to 495 South to exit 4B TO 395 North toward Washington. Exit 4 Seminary Road West.

Transportation to and from the Airport

Type	Typical Minimum Charge
Bus Service	40.00 USD
Limousine	65.00 USD
Taxi	65.00 USD

Baltimore Washington In'tl Airport Distance from hotel: 40 mi. Drive time: 50 min.

Directions: 95 South across Woodrow Wilson Bridge Exit 4B-395 North to Seminary Road.

Transportation to and from the Airport

Type	Typical Minimum Charge
Limousine	75.00 USD
Taxi	75.00 USD

Who should attend?
The Greener By Design 2008 Conference is suitable for both small and large companies with the following key personnel: Brand managers, Business Development Professionals, Business Strategists, Chief Sustainability Officers, Industrial Designers, Marketing and Communications Managers, Product Designers, Product Engineers, Product Managers and Supply-Chain Managers.

What are the dates of the conference?
The Conference begins Thursday, June 12 and runs through end of day, Friday, June 13th.

How do I register?
By visiting the conference website at: www.greenerbydesign.com. Alternatively, you can call the Registration Desk at 1-800-516-4265.

What is the last day to register for the conference?
Registration for this event is not limited. However, please be sure to register early to secure your special Gurus programming seat.

What is the cost for the conference?
The cost of the conference is $1999.00.

What forms of payment are accepted and when is the payment due?
The following forms of payment are accepted: American Express, Visa, MasterCard, Discover and Diners Club. Payment is required and due in order to complete the registration process.

May more than one person from my company attend?
Absolutely! In fact, if you send three people, the fourth is free! The Greener by Design Conference provides an excellent team learning and collaboration platform. For more information about group discounts please contact Erin Brody at ebrody@globalexec.com or by phone at 1.203.403.9012.

What is the cancellation policy?
All cancellations must be done online!
Substitutions are welcome at any time. For cancellations made prior to May 12, 2008 there is a $100 cancellation fee. There are no refunds for cancellations after May 12, 2008 but a credit will be given towards a future event. There will be no refunds for registrants who do not attend the conference. Cancellations cannot be accepted by telephone at any time. Cancellation can be made by returning to the registration site or by email to conf@globalexec.com and will be valid for the relevant refund/credit so long as you have written acknowledgement.

Who do I contact if I have more questions?
Please call 1-800-516-4265 where you will be directed to the appropriate person that can help you.