Date: Wednesday, April 13, 2011 at the Cynwyd Club, Bala Cynwyd, PA
Time: Networking, 5:30 PM; Dinner, 6:30 PM; Talk and Business Session, 7:30 PM

Sustainability Consulting Opportunities

Ernest D. Weiler

Abstract:
As the public grows more and more demanding of business' stewardship role over natural resources and environmental protection, the need for companies to effectively manage environmental, safety and health issues becomes very important. Environmental sustainability is a watchword today. Leading companies view sustainability challenges as new opportunities for growth and development, while small companies often do not have the expertise to take advantage of these new business opportunities. The challenges associated with sustainable development are multifaceted, involving economic, social and environmental concerns. These concerns are altering business strategies and practices. Consultants need to be aware of these changes in the business world. This presentation will highlight some trends which you might consider in your consulting practices.

Biography: 
Ernest D. Weiler, Ph.D. has extensive management and executive leadership experience in Research, Technical Development, Technical Service, Toxicology, Product Regulatory Compliance, and Environmental, Health and Safety with the Rohm and Haas Company. He received his Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Nebraska, his M.B.A. from Temple University in Philadelphia, and a B.S. in Chemistry from the University of Minnesota. He has held Adjunct Assistant Professor appointments at the Fox School of Business and Management at Temple University and with the Engineering Management Department Drexel University since 2003.

Location: The Cynwyd Club, 332 Trevor Lane, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004. From I-76 drive S on City Line Ave. (US Rte. 1). Turn right on Conshohocken State Rd. (Rte. 23); stay in right lane. After second light watch for white left-turn arrows painted on street (about 0.14 mi/750 ft). Do not follow Rte. 23 left at turn but instead go straight ahead onto Llandrillo Rd. (passing to right of Valley Press printing). After one block bear left onto Trevor Lane at stop sign. Clubhouse and parking are on the left. Please park in lot if space is available; otherwise park on Trevor Lane. If lost, call the club at 610-667-4524, ext. 2