Las Vegas Market Announces Sustainability Series

November 1, 2007  by in UnCategorized   

By Home Furnishings Business in Las Vegas on November 2007 The World Market Center Las Vegas and the Sustainable Furniture Council are partnering on a series of retailer-focused educational seminars during the Las Vegas Market, Jan. 28 to Feb. 1, 2008.

Called the “Brave New World Environmental Education Series,” the seminars will provide key information and proven strategies for retailers interested in the sustainable furniture movement. The events are open to buyers, suppliers, designers, media and industry service providers.

“Certified sustainable products increase manufacturer and retailer profitability,” said Mike Italiano, president and CEO of the Institute for Market Transformation to Sustainability. “Recent figures show the sustainable products market is exploding with 20 percent to 75 percent long-term annual growthe in certified organic products, certified green buildings and homes, FSC certified wood and certified sustainable products.”

More information about the program is available from Margaret Casey, director of programming, World Market Center, margaret.casey@lasvegasmarket.com .