Net Impact Austin is excited to present a speaker panel showcasing alternatives to big box shopping. Learn how you can positively impact our economy and environment this holiday season.
The panelists will discuss how purchasing decisions impact the economy and the environment, explore their own areas of expertise related to alternative shopping trends, provide insight on options for meeting your impact goals during this holiday season, and answer questions from the audience.
Panelists:
FAIR TRADE
Manish Gupta, Board of Directors of the Fair Trade Federation and Founder, Handmade Expressions
SHOP LOCAL
Johnny Barnett: Founder, Austin Unique and Board Member for Texas Green Network
DIY/UPCYCLE
Molly Whitten from Greater Austin Garbage Arts (GAGA) and owner of Molly's Metals
FULL EVENT DETAIL: http://is.gd/8KsA
6:30 PM ... Sign In, Networking
7:00 PM ... Panel discussion, Q&A
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Location
El Mercado
1702 Lavaca St
Austin, TX, 78703United States
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