Bringing together industry professionals, government officials and engaged citizens across diverse sectors to connect, inspire and showcase regenerative solutions.
Featuring: Carol Ziegler (Vanderbilt), Jacob Waddell (Hemp Alliance), Senator Heidi Campbell, Jenn Harrman (Zero Waste Program Manager at Metro Nashville Waste Services), Mike DuCharme (AEG Presents) + more...
Thursday, August 15th 3-7pm
Includes:
Elixirs by the Alchemist Apothecary
Nourishing Bites by Joy Holistic
Free Access to on-site Parking Garage
Partial ticketing scholarships are available, apply HERE.
Donation Add On: 100% of proceeds benefit Deep Culture, Inc. Tax deductible forms are available upon request. Please email support@deeptropics.org with any questions.
Food / Farming, Human / Planetary Health:
Carol Ziegler, a Climate & Health Specialist from Vanderbilt University Medical Center, will share insights on the intersection of food, human and planetary health. Tonya Lewis, Executive Director of Wonderful People Microfarm, and Kristina Villa, Co-Executive Director of Farmers Land Trust, will discuss sustainable agriculture and community farming initiatives. Frederick Cawthon, President of the Tennessee Hemp Alliance, will highlight the potential of hemp as a sustainable resource.
Circular Economy/Compostable Future
Senator Heidi Campbell, representing Tennessee's 20th District, will speak on waste management and policy. With her extensive experience in public service and dedication to environmental issues, Senator Campbell will provide valuable insights into legislative efforts to reduce waste and promote sustainability in Tennessee. Jenn Harrman, Zero Waste Program Manager at Metro Nashville Waste Services, will provide strategies on waste reduction and recycling along with Jeffrey Ezell of Compost Company.
Sustainability Cross Sector Collaboration:
Alixa García is an internationally-renowned, award-winning social justice artist, she is globally recognized for her work in Climbing PoeTree, a spokent word, hip-hop, and world music duo. Touring the globe, García has presented and performed at the The United Nations, T.E.D: Ideas Worth Spreading; on the main stage at Lightning in a Bottle, Eclipse, and Symbiosis music festivals; and In 2016 she performed on the main stage at the Women’s March for over 500K people on the streets of Washington D.C., a performance televised to millions world-wide.
Kendra Abkowitz, Senior Director of Sustainability and Resilience in the Mayor’s Office, will speak on urban sustainability initiatives in Nashville.
The Built Environment:
Keith Louiseau, University Architect and Director of Design and Construction at Vanderbilt University, will offer insights on sustainable building practices. Justin Koziol, a senior living community leader, and Jacob Waddell, President of the Hemp Alliance, will discuss the future of sustainable living and the hemp industry. Also speaking will be Katie Poss, an Energy and Sustainability Specialist.