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"The WEST Summit is extremely valuable in providing the ability to discuss common topics of interest across a varied set of companies, government, and NGO's. This is very difficult to find elsewhere."

 

Jose Iglesias, Vice President, Symantec

 

 

WEST SUMMIT

Impact of Climate Change on Global Trade and Regional Resiliency

Let’s create a new vision to make Silicon Valley more resilient to the impacts of climate change on business and global supply chains,
bring new jobs to the region, and reinvigorate our economy for the decades to come.

Join us as we once again bring together thought leaders, entrepreneurs and decision makers from business, government, utilities and NGOs to collaborate and inspire action on issues critical to Silicon Valley at the 3rd Annual WEST Summit.

 

Morning Keynote Speaker

Luncheon Keynote Speaker

Randy Hayes
Director,Foundation Earth
Randy Hayes founded and was the 1st Executive Director of Rainforest Action Network. He is currently building a new think tank called Foundation Earth.

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Pavithra Mehta
Filmmaker and Author of Infinite Vision
A Revolutionary Business Model to Inspire Breakthrough Solutions to Silicon Valley’s and the World’s Sustainability Challenges.

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At WEST, Participants will:

  • Better understand the nature and potential cost of climate change as it affects their
    business

  • Learn more about the challenges of maintaining a global enterprise in the face of
    increased instability

  • Develop strategies to build regional resilience for their business, or provide it for their
    business community

  • Explore innovative solutions that drive business sustainability

  • Connect with 300 leaders and decision-makers from Silicon Valley

 

Conference Highlights

  • Keynote Presentations on expected climate volatility impacts, challenges to current
    business practices, and revolutionary approaches to a sustainable future

  • Panel sessions and collaborative discussion focused on driving regional resiliency
    to climate change: the Problems, Solutions, Inspiration, Implementation and
    Innovation

  • Trade Expo showcasing leading edge sustainable solutions for your business or
    business community

  • International Cuisine and Wine Reception