“The conference showcased those efforts through an interactive “Sustainability Village” on the show floor. The space explained how IMEX America is encouraging eco-friendly practices by using bamboo lanyards, compostable utensils, recycled carpets, water stations for refillable water bottles, and more. “The community needs to act in collaboration, not competition, to make a difference,” said Bauer.

During the week, Hard Rock International also announced a new partnership with Clean the World. The hotel chain will host Hygiene Kit events, where MICE groups can work together to build kits of recycled soap, shampoos, lotions, and more; meeting groups can also choose to create women’s, children’s, and veteran-specific kits, that will later be donated to disaster relief efforts, homeless shelters, and other charities.” …