TSE Trends Report: Climate Change and Events
CHICAGO — Sixty-five percent of respondents to a survey by the International SOS Foundation said their organizations have been impacted by extreme weather in the past five years. As the impact and importance of climate change increase, trade show director (TSE) spoke to two sustainability thought leaders – Helen Sheppard, Global Sustainability Director at RX, and Alexandra Failla, Corporate Sustainability Manager at Diversified Communications – to discuss how global warming is challenging the events industry, and how professionals can succeed. How will climate change affect events? Activity interruption Helen Sheppard, RX Global Sustainability Director "Extreme weather events are not necessarily happening more frequently, but they are more intense," Shepard said. "The intense heat in India has disrupted activities and we've had flooding in Dubai... which is unusual for that part of the world. . Across the U.S., tropical storms are causing damage in Florida." Failla shared a similar sentiment. "An increase in severe weather events may cause disruption to event…
Export-Import Bank provides relief to businesses affected by hurricanes
"These transformative exports fuel growth in the U.S. economy, strengthen our economy and national security, and improve our quality of life." The Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) announced support measures for U.S. exporters, financial institutions and businesses affected by Hurricanes Milton, Helen and other recent weather events. These measures are intended to reduce operational and financial burdens on EXIM program participants located in FEMA-declared federal disaster areas. Also read: Allen mobilizes for Hurricane Milton as supply chain prepares for another major storm "Our priority is to support our clients and lenders through the challenges presented by these severe weather events," said EXIM Chairman Reta Jo Lewis. "We are providing flexibility to help those affected focus on safety and recovery." Relief measures for businesses and lenders:EXIM’s assistance includes a variety of facilitation measures to help businesses resume operations without penalty for missing deadlines: Working Capital Guarantee Plan 1. For loans maturing during the disaster period, the loan facility is…
Smart Mobility: Field & Stream Lodge Co. debuts in Bozeman
Listen to audio Have you ever wished you could step into the pages of Field & Stream, the magazine that was published in print from 1895 to 2015 (don't worry, you can still enjoy its digital content)? Get ready for your dreams to come true next winter. Do you know what “maximizing travel” is? Hilton is here to tell you all. Most importantly, have you been thinking about how you can help those affected by Hurricane Helen? We have a suggestion in this week's Smart Travel magazine. Field & Stream Lodge Co. to open in Bozeman in winter 2025 Field & Stream Lodge Co., a new branded hotel platform for the iconic Field & Stream brand, announced the opening of its first location in Field & Stream Bozeman, Montana, a hunting and fishing lodge equipped with modern amenities. The venue has 179 rooms, ranging from king suites designed to look like fishing shacks to bunk rooms, and is now accepting…
ALAN calls on logistics industry to prepare for hurricanes
As Tropical Storm/Hurricane Francine intensifies, the American Logistics Assistance Network (ALAN) is calling on logistics companies to prepare for post-storm relief efforts along the Gulf Coast. With the storm expected to make landfall as a Category 2 hurricane, ALAN Executive Director Kathy Fulton stressed that the storm could cause widespread damage, including downed trees, power outages, and water system disruptions in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas. Inland flooding is also a major concern. Also read: Call for nominations: ALAN 2024 Humanitarian Logistics Award honours supply chain heroes ALAN has already begun receiving requests for assistance and is actively coordinating with nonprofits and emergency response organizations. To track the storm’s path and assess its impact on the supply chain, ALAN’s Supply Chain Intelligence Center provides real-time updates, and its disaster microsite offers important resources for businesses that want to contribute. Fulton also urged businesses along the Gulf Coast to prioritize employee safety and allow ample time to prepare or evacuate. ALAN is…
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