BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//HAYVN - ECPv6.15.6//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:HAYVN X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://hayvn.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for HAYVN REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T190000 DTSTAMP:20260515T041610 CREATED:20260226T170539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T215332Z UID:10003440-1776965400-1776970800@hayvn.com SUMMARY:The Sustainable Closet — Curated by HAYVN in Darien DESCRIPTION:TOPIC: The Sustainable Closet — Curated by HAYVN in Darien\nCurated by HAYVN | Led by Melora Johnson of Sustainably Styled by Meloraand Featuring Valerie Jana Smith\, Founder of Locals Closet \nAbout Event\nThe Sustainable Closet is an interactive\, conversation-driven experience designed to help guests rethink how they shop\, wear\, and care for their clothes. Rather than encouraging more consumption\, this event centers on editing with intention—showing how a well-curated wardrobe can support both personal style and sustainability. \nLed by sustainable stylist Melora Johnson of Sustainably Styled by Melora and featuring Valerie Jana Smith of Locals Closet\, the discussion blends practical wardrobe strategy with a broader lens on circular fashion\, local designers\, and mindful consumption. \nWhat Guests Will Experience\nAn approachable\, insightful exploration of how to build a closet that reflects both who you are and what you value. \nLocals Closet will present a curated selection of pieces from Hudson Valley\, New York–based designers and pieces sourced from Local Clothing Swaps. \nKey themes include:\n\nBuying less—but buying better\nUnderstanding cost-per-wear and longevity\nEditing what you already own before acquiring more\nIdentifying versatile “workhorse” pieces\nLetting go responsibly through resale or donation\nShop from local designers and artisans\nDiscover new local brands by visiting your local farmers and artisan markets\n\nCost:\n\nGeneral Admission: $15\nHAYVN Members: Free with code on members portal. For help accessing members portal please email questions@hayvn.com\n\n\n\n\n\nABOUT OUR SPEAKERS:\nMelora Johnson of Sustainably Styled by Meloraand Valerie Jana Smith\, Founder of Locals Closet \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nValerie Jana Smith is the founder of Locals Closet\, a circular fashion marketplace and creative studio rooted in storytelling\, sustainability\, and community. She invites people to shop locally\, wear artisanal clothes\, and always ask how things are made. Through curated events\, installations\, and brand partnerships\, Locals Closet brings value-led designers\, rare vintage\, and one-of-one pieces into new markets—circulating clothing\, building meaningful local connections\, and supporting independent makers stepping into higher-level retail through content\, storytelling\, and experiential activations. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQUESTIONS? Contact questions@hayvn.com \nCAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT? Get on our email list for future event notifications. \nCURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN? Book a tour \nWANT TO SEE MORE? View our full calendar of events \nLEARN MORE about HAYVN’s Sustainability and Social Impact group. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT?  \nGet on our email list for future event notifications\n \n \n \n \n \n CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN?  \nBook a tour \n \n \n \n \n \n WANT TO SEE MORE?  \nView our full event calendar URL:https://hayvn.com/event/hayvn-sustainability-2026-04-23/ LOCATION:HAYVN Darien\, 320 Post Road\, Darien\, CT\, 06820\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Personal and Professional Development,Social,Sustainabilty ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_1402.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="HAYVN":MAILTO:communitymanager@hayvn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T190000 DTSTAMP:20260515T041610 CREATED:20260114T232105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T215556Z UID:10003423-1770139800-1770145200@hayvn.com SUMMARY:The Crisis Is Here: A Conversation with Sam Cherubin on Climate\, Health & Everyday Resilience DESCRIPTION:TOPIC: The Crisis Is Here: A Conversation with Sam Cherubin on Climate\, Health & Everyday Resilience\nTIME: 5:30-7PMDATE: Tuesday\, 2/3/26LOCATION: Darien\, Sheffield \nJoin fellow HAYVN member Sam Cherubin for an intimate evening exploring how climate change is reshaping our health and daily lives\, and the practical steps we can take to adapt and thrive. \nABOUT EVENT:\nJoin fellow HAYVN member Sam Cherubin for an intimate evening exploring how climate change is reshaping our health and daily lives\, and the practical steps we can take to adapt and thrive. \nSam brings over 20 years of experience building digital health platforms for millions of people\, combined with his deep commitment to climate health advocacy. In his new book The Crisis Is Here: Protecting Your Health in a Changing World\, he bridges the gap between the science we’re hearing and the choices we’re making every day. From protecting our families during heat waves to understanding how wildfire smoke affects our lungs\, to preparing our homes and communities for what’s coming. \nDuring this conversation\, Sam will share: \n\nHow extreme weather is already impacting our health (even if we haven’t connected the dots)\nPractical strategies for protecting yourself and your loved ones through heat\, storms\, poor air quality\, and other climate-related events\nWhy healthcare professionals need to be talking about this\, and how concerned families can advocate for themselves\nThe intersection of climate preparedness\, community resilience\, and personal wellness\nReal stories and evidence-based guidance you can use immediately\n\nWhether you’re a parent worried about your kids’ future\, a professional wanting to understand the health implications of climate change\, or simply someone looking for practical ways to navigate these uncertain times\, this evening will provide clarity\, community\, and actionable next steps. \nWhat to expect: An engaging presentation followed by audience Q&A and book signing. Light refreshments will be served. \nCOST:\n\nGeneral Admission: $15\nHAYVN Members: Free with code on members portal. For help accessing members portal please email questions@hayvn.com\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOUR SPEAKER: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQUESTIONS? Contact questions@hayvn.com \nCAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT? Get on our email list for future event notifications. \nCURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN? Book a tour \nWANT TO SEE MORE? View our full calendar of events \nLEARN MORE about HAYVN’s Sustainability and Social Impact group. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT?  \nGet on our email list for future event notifications\n \n \n \n \n \n CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN?  \nBook a tour \n \n \n \n \n \n WANT TO SEE MORE?  \nView our full event calendar URL:https://hayvn.com/event/sustainability-2026-02-03/ LOCATION:HAYVN Darien\, 320 Post Road\, Darien\, CT\, 06820\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Personal and Professional Development,Social,Sustainabilty ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/HAYVN_Social_Feb2026_Sustainability_V2-EventsCal.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="HAYVN":MAILTO:communitymanager@hayvn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T200000 DTSTAMP:20260515T041610 CREATED:20251001T184735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T212622Z UID:10003284-1764691200-1764705600@hayvn.com SUMMARY:HAYVN's Sustainability Holiday Pop Up Shop in partnership w/ Best of CT Moms: Special Event Tickets DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\n\n\n\n\nSocialize\, network\, support local businesses\, sustainable brands/products\, plus women’s clothing sale. Light bites & drinks while shopping.\n\n\n\nYou’re Invited to HAYVN’s Sustainability Holiday Pop Up Shop in partnership with Best of CT Moms! \nTuesday\, December 2\, 2025* from 4-8pm at HAYVN Darien \n*Inclement weather snow date date is Thursday\, Dec. 4th\, 4-8pm. \nSocialize\, network\, support local businesses\, explore sustainable brands/products\, plus Best of CT Mom’s Women’s Clothing Sale. Enjoy light bites and drinks while shopping.\n\n\n\n\nCost\nGeneral admission: $15 (includes Best of CT Moms Women’s Clothing Sale) \nHAYVN Members: Free (with promo code in members portal) \n\n\n\n\nMore Details\n\nRaffle Prizes: Get Automatically entered to win the Holiday Pop Up raffle prizes with your $15 admission ticket\nSnow Date: In the event of inclement weather\, we will reschedule to Thursday\, Dec. 4th – 4-8pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCome shop the closets of local moms who have too many great clothes to give away.\nForget the hassle of consigning or the risks and time of selling online — this one-time event brings it all together in one place. \nYour ticket gets you access to: \n\nStylish women’s clothing\, shoes\, purses & accessories\nLocal holiday vendors\nMusic\, light bites & drinks\nA chance to shop\, save & mingle with the coolest locals\n\nIt’s sustainable\, it’s fun\, and it’s the easiest way to refresh your wardrobe while connecting with your community. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTHANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR\nRenewal by Andersen of Westchester/Fairfield \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet Our Vendors\nHere is a sampling of the wonderful sustainability vendors and services coming to this years holiday pop-up shop! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShop these fine vendors and services:\n\n21C Designs – Jewelry\nAsami LLC – Intuitive Art\nBarrelsmith Cocktails – Ready-to-Serve Cocktails\nBest of CT Moms Women’s Clothing Sale\nBrivio Glow Studio LLC – Skin Care\nCoastline Knits – Knit Goods & Decor\nCrescent Street Design – Stationery\nEarth Animal – Pet Products\nFACE FOUNDRIÉ – Skincare\nFreedom Warrior Coaching – Lead The Change T-shirt\nGather and Graze – Beverage\nGratsi Wine – Beverage\nKate Brooks Studio Interior Design – Interior Design\nLarch and Pine – Soap\, Candles\nMargarita Wellness – Wellness\nMary’s Tea Talk – Tea and Tea Sets\nNavy Jane LLC – Clothing & Accessories\nOlive My Stuff – Consignment\nOwl’s Brew – Beverages\nPalmer’s Market – gourmet selections in-store to full-service catering\, bakery\, and premium meats & seafood\nPaula’s Luxury Line – Handbags & Accessories\nReprise Activewear – Activewear\nSoNo Catering & Bartending Services LLC – Catering & Decorative Bottles\nStudio Andreas LLC – Art / Craft Classes\nUpstate Aura – CBD\nVivid Cottage – Paper & Home Goods\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSustainability is a Core Value at HAYVN\nAs a Certified B Corp\, HAYVN is a using the power of business to build a more inclusive sustainable economy. Learn More \nSEE UPCOMING EVENTS \n\n\n\n\nQUESTIONS? Contact questions@hayvn.com \nCAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT? Get on our email list for future event notifications. \nCURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN? Book a tour \nWANT TO SEE MORE? View our full calendar of events \nLEARN MORE about HAYVN’s Sustainability and Social Impact group. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT?  \nGet on our email list for future event notifications\n \n \n \n \n \n CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN?  \nBook a tour \n \n \n \n \n \n WANT TO SEE MORE?  \nView our full event calendar URL:https://hayvn.com/event/hayvn-sustainability-holiday-pop-up-shop-tickets-2025-12-2/ LOCATION:HAYVN Darien\, 320 Post Road\, Darien\, CT\, 06820\, United States CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Networking,Personal and Professional Development,Sustainabilty ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG_0932.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="HAYVN":MAILTO:communitymanager@hayvn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T133000 DTSTAMP:20260515T041610 CREATED:20250214T132027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T160402Z UID:10003169-1761823800-1761831000@hayvn.com SUMMARY:CT Government Market Outlook 2026 – Sustainability Policies & Progress DESCRIPTION:3rd Annual CT Government Market Outlook 2026 – Sustainability Policies & Progress​ ​— October\, 30\, 2025\, 11:30-1:30PM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for an in-depth exploration of Connecticut’s sustainability efforts and policies shaping a greener future. This session provides valuable insights into the state’s progress\, best practices\, and resources for achieving environmental goals. \nFEATURED SPEAKER & PANEL:\n\nDominique Johnson\, State Representative – 143rd Assembly District\, CT House of Representatives\, Deputy Majority Leader proudly serving Norwalk and Westport \, Member of the Judiciary\, Government Administration and Elections\, and Environment Committees\nEvent curated by Lisa Miniter of LAM Consulting\n\nCOST:\n\nGeneral Admission: $15\nHAYVN Members: Free with code on members portal. For help accessing members portal please email questions@hayvn.com\n\n\n\n\n\nABOUT EVENT:\nKey Workshop Highlights:\nThis session is your opportunity to understand and engage with Connecticut’s pioneering sustainability policies and practices! \n\nProgress Update  | HB 5004 | State 9  Find out what has been accomplished! What to look for in 2026.\nCT’s Clean Energy Economy – What has transpired | What to Expect \nOur Traffic Situation – What’s being done? Expanding/Fortifying our Public Transportation Networks\, I-95 Corridor Congestion\nStormwater Runoff | Water Quality Contamination – Prepare for Invasive Species and (would you believe) edible foods\, e.g. Green Crabs!       \nCT’s High Electricity Rates – Why is this happening? How this critical utility aligns across various residential Heat Pumps\, Gas\, Solar installations.   \n\nABOUT OUR SPEAKER: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRep. Johnson learned the value of hard work and giving back to our community at a young age from her family while growing up in the Midwest. She is driven by the belief that young people deserve a future where their hard work can be rewarded and they can achieve their dreams just like she has had the opportunity to in Norwalk. \nRep. Johnson was first elected to the state legislature in 2022. They currently serve as a Deputy Majority Leader and Co-Chair of the Screening Committee. Additionally\, they are on the Judiciary\, Government Administration and Elections\, and Environment Committees. Before joining the legislature\, Rep. Johnson served two-terms as an at-large elected member of Norwalk’s Common Council and Chair of its Community Services Committee where she worked to improve the quality of life for all of Norwalk’s residents in collaboration with the City and its community partners. \nShe has also worked as a nonprofit consultant\, a college professor\, and is a published researcher. Rep. Johnson earned their PhD in Urban Education Policy from Temple University\, an MA in Communication from Stanford University\, and a BA in Communication Studies from Bryn Mawr College. She proudly lives in the Cranbury neighborhood of Norwalk with her partner Billie and their rescue dog Rey. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQUESTIONS? Contact questions@hayvn.com \nCAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT? Get on our email list for future event notifications. \nCURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN? Book a tour \nWANT TO SEE MORE? View our full calendar of events \nLEARN MORE about HAYVN’s Sustainability and Social Impact group. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT?  \nGet on our email list for future event notifications\n \n \n \n \n \n CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN?  \nBook a tour \n \n \n \n \n \n WANT TO SEE MORE?  \nView our full event calendar URL:https://hayvn.com/event/hayvn-sustainability-2025-10-30/ LOCATION:HAYVN Darien\, 320 Post Road\, Darien\, CT\, 06820\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Personal and Professional Development,Social,Sustainabilty ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/HAYVN_Social_Sustainability-Oct2025_V2-EventsCal.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="HAYVN":MAILTO:communitymanager@hayvn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T193000 DTSTAMP:20260515T041610 CREATED:20250220T162239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T173106Z UID:10003188-1758040200-1758051000@hayvn.com SUMMARY:Sustainable Living: Micro-Climates & Nourish to Flourish DESCRIPTION:One Night\, Two Powerful Conversations on Sustainable Living!\n4:30–5:30 PM: MICRO-CLIMATES: Why They Matter for Your Home’s Efficiency\n5:30–7:30 PM: NOURISH TO FLOURISH: Eating for Health and a Low-Carbon Future\nJoin us at HAYVN Darien to discover how small shifts can make a big impact. This dynamic double-header will explore sustainability at home and on your plate. First\, uncover how micro-climates affect your home’s energy efficiency with Renewal by Andersen of Westchester & Fairfield. Then\, dive into a delicious dialogue on eating for health and a low-carbon future at HAYVN’s Nourish to Flourish event moderated by Lisa Miniter of LAM Consulting. \nLearn more below about topics!\nTICKETS:\n\n4:30-5:30pm: Micro-climates: Complimentary\n5:30-7:30pm: Nourish to Flourish: $15\nFree for HAYVN Members with code on members portal. For help accessing members portal please email questions@hayvn.com\n\nLOCATION:\n\nHAYVN Darien\, 320 Boston Post Road\, Suite 180\, Darien\, CT 06820\n\nSPEAKERS/PANELISTS:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nABOUT EVENT:\n4:30–5:30 PM: MICRO-CLIMATES: Why They Matter for Your Home’s Efficiency\nPresented by Renewal by Andersen of Westchester & Fairfield \nAdmission: Complimentary\nDiscover how your home’s micro-climate—shaped by windows\, doors\, and environmental factors—affects energy consumption\, indoor comfort\, and long-term sustainability. Learn how smart upgrades can boost your property’s value\, support your health\, and deliver immediate ROI. \nWhat You’ll Learn\n\nEnergy & Health: Explore how external heat and cold affect indoor environments and you and your family’s well-being\nSustainability in Practice: See how reclaimed and reused materials contribute to eco-friendly living\nEconomic Impact: Understand how energy-efficient design enhances property longevity and market value\n\nFeatured Expert\nJeffrey Stackhouse\, Director of Non-Traditional Marketing\, Renewal by Andersen of Westchester & Fairfield County. Gain insights from a leader in sustainable home innovation and ask questions tailored to your needs. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nABOUT EVENT:\n5:30–7:30 PM: NOURISH TO FLOURISH: Eating for Health and a Low-Carbon Future \nFEATURED SPEAKERS\, PANEL MEMBERS\, & SPONSOR:\n\nPanelists: Leann Kelly and Linda Stephens\n\n\nEvent curated by Lisa Miniter of LAM Consulting\nSponsor: Brought to you by Renewal by Andersen of Westchester/Fairfield\n\nDiscover how making sustainable food choices can benefit your health and help protect the planet’s finite resources. This session highlights the power of low-carbon foods in creating a healthier\, more sustainable future. \nKey Topics:\n\nLow-Carbon Diets: Understanding the environmental impact of food choices and how to reduce your carbon footprint.\nSustainable Sourcing: Tips for choosing foods that are responsibly grown and harvested.\nHealth Meets Sustainability: Exploring the nutritional benefits of plant-forward\, eco-friendly eating habits.\n\nABOUT OUR PANELISTS:\n\n\n\n\nAbout Leann Kelly\nLeann Kelly (54) is a holistic wellness coach with over 3 decades of experience as a personal trainer\, yoga instructor\, breath work guide\, and plant-based nutrition educator. \nAbout Linda Stephens\nLinda Stephens empowers midlife women to rediscover confidence and vitality through her global “Midlife Mastery” program\, blending science-backed hormonal education with holistic wellness strategies. A clinical nutritionist and former IFBB Figure Pro\, she’s also a NASM-certified trainer and a regular contributor to top wellness publications. \nhttps://www.lindamstephens.com/ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTHANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR\nRenewal by Andersen of Westchester/Fairfield \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQUESTIONS? Contact questions@hayvn.com \nCAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT? Get on our email list for future event notifications. \nCURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN? Book a tour \nWANT TO SEE MORE? View our full calendar of events \nLEARN MORE about HAYVN’s Sustainability and Social Impact group. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTags\n\n\nUnited States Events\nConnecticut Events\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT?  \nGet on our email list for future event notifications\n \n \n \n \n \n CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN?  \nBook a tour \n \n \n \n \n \n WANT TO SEE MORE?  \nView our full event calendar URL:https://hayvn.com/event/hayvn-sustainability-group-2025-09-16/ LOCATION:HAYVN Darien\, 320 Post Road\, Darien\, CT\, 06820\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Personal and Professional Development,Social,Sustainabilty ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/HAYVN_Social_SeptSustainability_REV2-EventsCal.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="HAYVN":MAILTO:communitymanager@hayvn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T193000 DTSTAMP:20260515T041610 CREATED:20250220T144024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T150333Z UID:10003186-1745515800-1745523000@hayvn.com SUMMARY:Build & Design Trends: Integrating Interior Design with Sustainability-Focused Materials DESCRIPTION:TOPIC: Build & Design Trends: Integrating Interior Design with Sustainability-Focused Materials\nThursday\, April 24 · 5:30 – 7:30pm \nat HAYVN\, 320 Boston Post Road Suite 180 Darien\, CT 06820 \nFEATURED SPEAKERS\, PANEL MEMBERS\, & SPONSORS: \n\nHeather McWilliam\, ASID\, NCIDQ\, Principal and Owner McWilliam Autore Interiors\nRebecca Sterling AIA LEED AP\, Principle Architect and Design Professional\, Studio STE\nDov Feinmesser\, AIA\, LEED AP BD+C\, Associate Principal\, Newman Architects\nEvent curated by Lisa Miniter of LAM Consulting\nBrought to you by event sponsors: Renewal by Andersen of Westchester/Fairfield and Connecticut Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID)\n\nCOST: \n\nGeneral Admission: $15\nHAYVN Members: Free with code on members portal. For help accessing members portal please email questions@hayvn.com\n\n\n\n\n\nABOUT EVENT:Key Topics Covered: \n\nEco-Friendly Materials: Exploring sustainable and innovative material choices for environmentally conscious design.\nEnergy-Efficient Design: Incorporating principles that enhance energy efficiency without compromising aesthetics.\nBiophilic and Healthy Spaces: Creating interiors that connect with nature and promote serenity and well-being.\n\nABOUT OUR SPEAKERS\n\n\n\n\nHeather McWilliam\, ASID\, NCIDQ\, is principal and owner of McWilliam-Autore Interiors\, providing thoughtfully executed\, residential\, interior design services ranging from interior decoration to complete home renovation and construction management. Heather is noted for bringing a subtle refinement of scale and color to interiors. She is also widely recognized for her firm’s attention to detail and clients needs. \nRebecca Sterling\, AIA LEED AP is Principle Architect and founder of the Greenwich based Architecture and Interior Design firm Studio STE. She was raised on a farm in England and a historic home in rural Connecticut\, which continue to be sources of kinspiration for her work. Early in her career\, she lived in Japan to study traditional and contemporary Architecture and Landscape Design\, which led to her first professional role as Project Designer for an environmentally progressive boarding school in the foothills of Kyoto. She has worked with celebrated architects and designers such as I.M. Pei and Philip Wu\, continually bridging gaps between high end and environmentally conscious design. She approaches each project as a unique exercise\, emphasizing a collaborative approach with the client and contractor whenever possible. \nDov Feinmesser\, AIA\, LEED AP BD+C is Associate Principal and Director of Sustainability at Newman Architects in New Haven. Dov’s work at Newman focuses on new and renovation multifamily residential and mixed-use developments. Since joining Newman in 2016\, he has put into practice his passion for combining professional practice with sustainability and teaching. He is an Adjunct Professor at the Yale School of Architecture and on the Board of the American Institute of Architects Connecticut Chapter. He holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree from Ryerson University and a Master of Architecture degree from Yale University. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQUESTIONS? Contact questions@hayvn.com \nCAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT? Get on our email list for future event notifications. \nCURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN? Book a tour \nWANT TO SEE MORE? View our full calendar of events \nLEARN MORE about HAYVN’s Sustainability and Social Impact group. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT?  \nGet on our email list for future event notifications\n \n \n \n \n \n CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN?  \nBook a tour \n \n \n \n \n \n WANT TO SEE MORE?  \nView our full event calendar URL:https://hayvn.com/event/hayvn-sustainability-group-2025-04-25/ LOCATION:HAYVN Darien\, 320 Post Road\, Darien\, CT\, 06820\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Personal and Professional Development,Social,Sustainabilty ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/HAYVN_Social_AprilSustainability-EventsCal.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="HAYVN":MAILTO:communitymanager@hayvn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T160000 DTSTAMP:20260515T041610 CREATED:20250224T142719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T142115Z UID:10003189-1742481000-1742486400@hayvn.com SUMMARY:Better Business: Shaping CT Policy (In Hartford) DESCRIPTION:Better Business: The B Corp Role in Shaping CT Policy\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, March 20\n2:30 PM – 4:00 PM\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nConnecticut State Capitol\n \n\n\nHartford\, Connecticut \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFind out how local certified B Corporations are using their business as a force for good to help shape policy and a more sustainable future. \n​Join us for this pivotal gathering of legislators\, B Corp executives\, and sustainable business leaders from across the state as they share their insights\, exchange ideas and discuss the implications of key policies that can help make Connecticut the best place for better business in America. \n​The event will feature a panel of nationally renowned B Corp leaders and policy makers along with Nathan Frohling\, Director of External Affair for the Nature Conservancy\, discussing the role that  businesses can play in shaping policy\, generating wealth\, protecting the environment and creating opportunity for everyone who lives and works in the Constitution state. \n​​Why Attend? \n​​✅ Understand what a certified B Corp is and how these companies are helping to re-shape our future and economy.​✅ Hear how these business leaders are delivering both purpose and profit to achieve superior performance by staying committed to environmental and social impact✅ Connect with legislators as they share perspectives on the role that local businesses can play in helping to shape environmental policy\, protect our natural ecosystems and drive climate action.✅ Expand Your Network – Build valuable relationships with mission-driven business leaders\, policymakers\, and sustainability advocates. \n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\nConnecticut State Capitol\n210 Capitol Ave\, Hartford\, CT 06106\, USA\n\nROOM 310\n\n \n \nSING UP: https://lu.ma/54bzq3vw\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT?  \nGet on our email list for future event notifications\n \n \n \n \n \n CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN?  \nBook a tour \n \n \n \n \n \n WANT TO SEE MORE?  \nView our full event calendar URL:https://hayvn.com/event/b-corp-role-ct-policy-2025-03-20/ LOCATION:Connecticut State Capitol CATEGORIES:Business and Strategy,Networking,Personal and Professional Development,Social,Sustainabilty ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Better-Business-The-B-Corp-Role-in-Shaping-CT-Policy_web-calendar.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T193000 DTSTAMP:20260515T041610 CREATED:20250110T190155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T140144Z UID:10003137-1739381400-1739388600@hayvn.com SUMMARY:Living and Thriving in Long Island Sound: Our Critical Ecosystem DESCRIPTION:February 12 · 5:30pm – 7:30pm EST\nat HAYVN Darien\, 320 Boston Post Road Suite 180 Darien\, CT 06820 \nTOPIC: Living and Thriving in Long Island Sound: Our Critical Ecosystem\nDiscover How Climate Change is Shaping Our Waterways and Shores—Today and Tomorrow!\nFEATURED SPEAKERS\, PANEL MEMBERS\, & COSPONSOR: \n\nAlicia Sullivan\, Executive Vice President of Engagement and Philanthropy\, Save the Sound\nScott Redfern\, Senior Manager of the Henry L. and Grace Doherty Climate and Resilience Institute\, Save the Sound\nEvent curated by Lisa Miniter of LAM Consulting\nEvent cosponsor: Save The Sound\n\nCOST: \n\nGeneral Admission: $15\nHAYVN Members: Free with promo code (email questions@hayvn.com)\n\n\n\n\n\nABOUT EVENT:\nGet ready for a lively conversation on how these entrepreneurs navigated a range of sustainability-focused sectors to help solve the never-ending quest of protecting our planet’s health and its finite resources! \nCome learn from a workshop that will offer truly inspiring missions\, forward-thinking product innovations\, and action-packed tactics\, to help launch your business as fully sustainable-driven or for a specific area. \nKEY WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS:\n\nDiscover Pioneering Successes: Learn how to help accelerate your own sustainable-focused startup journey…. with the “how and why” from seasoned Founders.\nPhases of Sustainable Entrepreneurship: Learn about early-stage strategy\, marketing\, identify funding\, and more.\nEarly Stage…Teetering at a Low Point…. and coming back successfully. How did they do it!\nHow startups’ integration of sustainability efforts has influenced their market growth and brand value.\nFuel / Build your own Startup Network – From the Proven Successes developed by Sustainability Startup Founders…. Cultivating a range of Critical Stakeholders!\n\n\n\nABOUT OUR SPEAKERS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlicia Sullivan leads Save the Sound’s development team and guides the organization as a member of the Executive Team. She oversees major donor and foundation support\, membership growth goals\, corporate donations\, government grants\, and currently\, the Sound Future Campaign to raise $10 Million by 2027. \nAlicia brings over 25 years of experience in conservation and fundraising to the team\, having accomplished major conservation victories with the Trust for Public Land. She’s protected thousands of acres of land and lead multi-million dollar conservation funding campaigns. \nAlicia received a B.A. from the University of Vermont and a J.D. with a Certificate in Environmental Law from Pace University School of Law. In her spare time\, she enjoys the outdoors\, hiking\, skiing\, and kayaking with her two sons and dogs. \nScott Redfern is Save the Sound’s Senior Manager of The Henry L. and Grace Doherty Climate and Resilience Institute and is focused on moving policy ideas into action by mobilizing people\, coalition-building\, and education using a simple\, science-based approach. In 2023\, he left his first career in technology\, where he held product development leadership roles in startups and global enterprises including VCE\, IBM and Dell\, to work on preserving our lands\, water\, and air while addressing the impacts of climate change across our region. He has a degree from Northeastern University and a graduate certificate from UConn in Nonprofit Leadership\, as well as certifications in Design Thinking from MIT and Climate Change Advocacy from Terra.Do\, and is a certified Master Woodland Manager through CT DEEP and CFPA. \nScott is also the Secretary of the Board of Directors at The Center for Family Justice in Bridgeport\, sits on the Appalachian Mountain Club’s Board of Advisors\, and Chairs their Club-wide Conservation Committee. He enjoys tending to his vegetable & pollinator gardens as well as backpacking & mountaineering and has hiked the Appalachian & New England National Scenic Trails. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQUESTIONS? Contact questions@hayvn.com \nCAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT? Get on our email list for future event notifications. \nCURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN? Book a tour \nWANT TO SEE MORE? View our full calendar of events \nLEARN MORE about HAYVN’s Sustainability and Social Impact group. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT?  \nGet on our email list for future event notifications\n \n \n \n \n \n CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN?  \nBook a tour \n \n \n \n \n \n WANT TO SEE MORE?  \nView our full event calendar URL:https://hayvn.com/event/sustainability-2025-02-12/ LOCATION:HAYVN Darien\, 320 Post Road\, Darien\, CT\, 06820\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Personal and Professional Development,Social,Sustainabilty ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/IMG_2590.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="HAYVN":MAILTO:communitymanager@hayvn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T200000 DTSTAMP:20260515T041610 CREATED:20240715T144238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T124854Z UID:10002809-1733414400-1733428800@hayvn.com SUMMARY:HAYVN's Sustainability Holiday Pop Up Shop: Special Event Tickets DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited to HAYVN’s Sustainability Holiday Pop Up Shop\nThursday 12/5 from 4-8pm \n*Snow Date: In the event of inclement weather\, we will reschedule to Friday\, Dec. 6th – 4-8pm \nSocialize\, network\, support local businesses\, explore sustainable brands/products. Enjoy light bites and drinks while shopping.\nEvent Details \n\nGeneral admission: $15\nHAYVN Members: Free\n\nGET TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sustainability-holiday-pop-up-shop-special-event-tickets-945866019727 \nBE A VENDOR: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sustainability-holiday-pop-up-shop-vendor-registration-tickets-945868005667 \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT?  \nGet on our email list for future event notifications\n \n \n \n \n \n CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN?  \nBook a tour \n \n \n \n \n \n WANT TO SEE MORE?  \nView our full event calendar URL:https://hayvn.com/event/hayvn-sustainability-holiday-pop-up-shop-2024-12-5/ LOCATION:HAYVN Darien\, 320 Post Road\, Darien\, CT\, 06820\, United States CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Networking,Personal and Professional Development,Sustainabilty ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/HAYVN_2024HolidayPopUpShop_EventCal-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="HAYVN":MAILTO:communitymanager@hayvn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T190000 DTSTAMP:20260515T041610 CREATED:20240924T195634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T195858Z UID:10002940-1732123800-1732129200@hayvn.com SUMMARY:CT Government Market Outlook 2025 – Sustainability Policies & Progress DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, November 20\, 2024 · 5:30 – 7pm EST\nTOPIC: CT Government Market Outlook 2025 – Sustainability Policies & Progress\nCome join a lively conversation on learning a comprehensive update on our Government’s Sustainability Outlook in 2025! \nFEATURED SPEAKER & PANEL:\n\nLocal CT State Representative 143rd District\, Dominique Johnson\nEvent curated by Lisa Miniter of LAM Consulting\n\nCOST:\n\nGeneral Admission: $15\nHAYVN Members: Free with promo code (email questions@hayvn.com)\n\n\n\n\n\nABOUT EVENT:\nDiverse topics on the Impact of Connecticut’s Sustainability Leadership – 2025 includes: \n1. Learn what to expect from the State’s ongoing Climate Law efforts for 2025\, including the State’s 100% carbon free electric grid. \n2. Understand the best practices of GreenerGovCT\, and our State Agencies’ many initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions\, water use\, waste disposal and much more! \n3. Stay updated on the integral role of the Connecticut GREEN BANK (the nation’s first ever Green Bank!) whose mission is to spark a thriving green energy marketplace of accelerating affordable adoption across residences\, cities\, and non-profits. \n4. Meeting the needs of all State municipalities with SustainableCT! From local actions and educational initiatives to certifying communities that drive participation across multiple areas that define the “every day” of a sustainability lifestyle. \nABOUT OUR SPEAKER: \nFrom CT State’s General Assembly\, our local State Representative 143rd District\, Dominique Johnson \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRep. Johnson is the State Representative for Norwalk/Westport for the Connecticut General Assembly. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQUESTIONS? Contact questions@hayvn.com \nCAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT? Get on our email list for future event notifications. \nCURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN? Book a tour \nWANT TO SEE MORE? View our full calendar of events \nLEARN MORE about HAYVN’s Sustainability and Social Impact group. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT?  \nGet on our email list for future event notifications\n \n \n \n \n \n CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN?  \nBook a tour \n \n \n \n \n \n WANT TO SEE MORE?  \nView our full event calendar URL:https://hayvn.com/event/hayvn-sustainability-2024-11-20/ LOCATION:HAYVN Darien\, 320 Post Road\, Darien\, CT\, 06820\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Personal and Professional Development,Social,Sustainabilty ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/HAYVN_Social_Sustainability-Nov2024-EventsCal.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="HAYVN":MAILTO:communitymanager@hayvn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T190000 DTSTAMP:20260515T041610 CREATED:20240229T223304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T141041Z UID:10002696-1727285400-1727290800@hayvn.com SUMMARY:Stories from Successful Startups….in Sustainability! DESCRIPTION:TOPIC: Stories from Successful Startups….in Sustainability!\nFEATURED SPEAKERS & PANEL MEMBERS: \n\nJennifer Sauvageau\, CEO at Noteworthy Chocolates\nStephanie Volo\, Chief Impact Officer at Earth Animal Ventures – Certified B Corp\nAlison Gregory\, CEO at AreaHub\nEvent curated by Lisa Miniter of LAM Consulting\n\nCOST: \n\nGeneral Admission: $15\nHAYVN Members: Free with promo code (email questions@hayvn.com)\n\n\n\n\n\nABOUT EVENT:\nGet ready for a lively conversation on how these entrepreneurs navigated a range of sustainability-focused sectors to help solve the never-ending quest of protecting our planet’s health and its finite resources! \nCome learn from a workshop that will offer truly inspiring missions\, forward-thinking product innovations\, and action-packed tactics\, to help launch your business as fully sustainable-driven or for a specific area. \nKEY WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS:\n\nDiscover Pioneering Successes: Learn how to help accelerate your own sustainable-focused startup journey…. with the “how and why” from seasoned Founders.\n\n\nPhases of Sustainable Entrepreneurship: Learn about early-stage strategy\, marketing\, identify funding\, and more.\nEarly Stage…Teetering at a Low Point…. and coming back successfully. How did they do it!\n\n\nHow startups’ integration of sustainability efforts has influenced their market growth and brand value.\nFuel / Build your own Startup Network – From the Proven Successes developed by Sustainability Startup Founders…. Cultivating a range of Critical Stakeholders!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQUESTIONS? Contact questions@hayvn.com \nCAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT? Get on our email list for future event notifications. \nCURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN? Book a tour \nWANT TO SEE MORE? View our full calendar of events \nLEARN MORE about HAYVN’s Sustainability and Social Impact group. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT?  \nGet on our email list for future event notifications\n \n \n \n \n \n CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN?  \nBook a tour \n \n \n \n \n \n WANT TO SEE MORE?  \nView our full event calendar URL:https://hayvn.com/event/sustainability-2024-09-25/ LOCATION:HAYVN Darien\, 320 Post Road\, Darien\, CT\, 06820\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Personal and Professional Development,Social,Sustainabilty ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/HAYVN_Social_SeptSustainability-EventsCal-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="HAYVN":MAILTO:communitymanager@hayvn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T190000 DTSTAMP:20260515T041610 CREATED:20240229T220359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T021717Z UID:10002695-1717003800-1717009200@hayvn.com SUMMARY:Green on a Budget: Affordable Environmentally Friendly Fixes for Your Small Biz! DESCRIPTION:TOPIC: Green on a Budget: Fun and Affordable Climate & Energy Fixes for Small Biz!\nBrad Kerner\, Eco Evolution\, will share insights with truly useful products/services to help the never-ending lifestyle quest of going green and sustainable.\nWednesday\, May 29\, 2024\, 5:30-7:00PM\nPANEL: \n\nFeatured speaker: Brad Kerner\, Eco Evolution\nEvent curated by Lisa Miniter of LAM Consulting\n\nCOST: \n\nGeneral Admission: $15\nHAYVN Members: Free with promo code (email questions@hayvn.com)\n\nABOUT EVENT: \nLearn and Adapt to a new line of Innovative (Low Waste) Products that champion your passion of protecting the planet’s natural resources while still meeting your business and home office needs. \nMORE DETAILS: \nOur lively discussion will feature entrepreneurial-driven CT-based experts who will share insights with truly useful products and services to help the never-ending lifestyle quest of going green and sustainable! \n\nCome away empowered with expert advice across quality office and home products that not only share your values…. but also support businesses that give back with social impact… across a range of sectors.\nLearn about diverse waste removal\, energy efficient products with cleaning that are affordable and useful for the home office and your business.\nDiscover the leading Product Certifications in Social Values-driven Products for the home office\, the ethics and transparency used\, along with adapting old products into new (product) uses…you will be amazed!\n\nAbout HAYVN’s Sustainability and Social Impact Group: \nIf you are interested in learning about Sustainability and exploring topics/trends to make a difference please join us. You’ll hear from experts\, have social impact in our community\, connect with like-minded peers. This bimonthly group at HAYVN brings like-minded people together to help our planet\, and ourselves\, build a more sustainable future. \nJoin us for quality networking\, on an intriguing sustainability-focused topic and discussion with industry leading speakers. Light food and snacks will be served. \nQUESTIONS? Contact questions@hayvn.com \nCAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT? Get on our email list for future event notifications. \nCURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN? Book a tour \nWANT TO SEE MORE? View our full calendar of events \nLEARN MORE about HAYVN’s Sustainability and Social Impact group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT?  \nGet on our email list for future event notifications\n \n \n \n \n \n CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN?  \nBook a tour \n \n \n \n \n \n WANT TO SEE MORE?  \nView our full event calendar URL:https://hayvn.com/event/sustainability-2024-05-29/ LOCATION:HAYVN Darien\, 320 Post Road\, Darien\, CT\, 06820\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Personal and Professional Development,Social,Sustainabilty ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/HAYVN_Social_MaySustainability-EventsCal.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="HAYVN":MAILTO:communitymanager@hayvn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T173000 DTSTAMP:20260515T041610 CREATED:20240312T135033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T115322Z UID:10002757-1712761200-1712770200@hayvn.com SUMMARY:Uniting CT Businesses to Advance B Corp and Climate Policy (In Hartford) DESCRIPTION:Uniting CT Businesses to Advance B Corp and Climate Policy\nA panel discussion with Legislators and Businesses will take place in Room 1D. A reception will follow in the 2nd Floor Atrium.\nWednesday\, April 10 · 3 – 5:30pm EDT \nParking information: https://www.cabe.org/uploaded/Directions/Directions_to_the_Legislative_Office_Building.pdf \nParticipants will gain:Insights into Climate Policy: Learn about the current climate policy landscape in Connecticut\, including recent legislation\, policy challenges\, and opportunities for B Corps and sustainable businesses. \nNetworking and Collaboration: Build valuable connections with legislators\, policy experts\, and business leaders who are at the forefront of sustainable practices and policy-making in Connecticut. \nAdvocacy Skills: Develop strategies for effectively advocating for climate-friendly policies and practices\, both within organizations and in the broader policy-making arena. \nLegislative Processes: Understand the legislative process in Connecticut and how businesses can engage with legislators to support the development and enactment of sustainable policies. \nFuture Trends: Gain insight into emerging trends in sustainability and how businesses can adapt to stay ahead in a rapidly changing environmental landscape. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganized by\n\n\n\nConnecticut Sustainable Business Council\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Council is an independent non-profit organization whose business members are committed to scaling business solutions to climate change. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT?  \nGet on our email list for future event notifications\n \n \n \n \n \n CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN?  \nBook a tour \n \n \n \n \n \n WANT TO SEE MORE?  \nView our full event calendar URL:https://hayvn.com/event/uniting-ct-businesses-to-advance-b-corp-and-climate-policy/ LOCATION:HAYVN Darien\, 320 Post Road\, Darien\, CT\, 06820\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Personal and Professional Development,Social,Sustainabilty ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Driving-Change_Event-Image-Sizing_041024-v2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T190000 DTSTAMP:20260515T041610 CREATED:20240219T194038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T155404Z UID:10002670-1711560600-1711566000@hayvn.com SUMMARY:Milking Sustainability (with Taste): Dairy’s Role in Sustainable Farming: Sustainability Group DESCRIPTION:MILKING SUSTAINABILITY (WITH TASTE!):\nTHE CRUCIAL ROLE OF DAIRY IN SUSTAINABLE FARMING | LEARN & TASTE FROM AN ARTISANAL CHEESE SPECIALIST! \nOVERVIEW:\n\nEnjoy a lively discussion with action-packed industry insights while enjoying handcrafted artisan cheeses and fresh grass-fed yogurt shared from two of Connecticut’s leading experts in the sustainable dairy and specialty cheese sectors.\n\nFEATURED SPEAKERS & PANEL MEMBERS:\n\nHamilton Colwell\, Founder/CEO\, Maia Yogurt\nLily Orr\, Lead Pasteurized Cheesemaker\, Cato Corner Farm\nCommunity Partner: The FoodShed Network\nEvent curated by Ali Ghiorse\, The FoodShed Network and Lisa Miniter of LAM Consulting\n\nCOST:\n\nGeneral Admission: $15\nHAYVN Members: Free with promo code (email questions@hayvn.com)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOUR TOPICS WILL INCLUDE:\n\nIntegrating Sustainability efforts that go beyond the company mission through results\, what are these success stories like\, and how do efforts in sustainability marketing influence a brand’s new market growth and customer loyalty.\nBeyond Just Dairy – The Path to Net Zero – from regenerative agriculture methods to a fascinating take on collecting cows’ manure to then capture methane and generate renewable energy for farms and the local power grid.\nSourcing Specialty Cheese with Integrity – How partnering with family farms is helping to preserve our local food systems and the art of handcrafted specialty cheeses from around the world.\nThe Connection Between Food Brand and Farmland – From Regenerative Organic/ROC to Carbon Neutral and Grass Fed certifications …Consumers want to purchase food products based on their values\, and as stewards of the land\, farmers want to farm with their values and better educate how our food is sourced and grown – learn how sustainability-branded certifications can align with the confidence and values of today’s highly eco-conscious customer.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQUESTIONS? Contact questions@hayvn.com \nCAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT? Get on our email list for future event notifications. \nCURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN? Book a tour \nWANT TO SEE MORE? View our full calendar of events \nLEARN MORE about HAYVN’s Sustainability and Social Impactgroup. \n\n\n\n  \nAbout HAYVN’s Sustainability and Social Impact Group: \nIf you are interested in learning about Sustainability and exploring topics/trends to make a difference please join us. You’ll hear from experts\, have social impact in our community\, connect with like-minded peers. This bimonthly group at HAYVN brings like-minded people together to help our planet\, and ourselves\, build a more sustainable future. \nJoin us for quality networking\, on an intriguing sustainability-focused topic and discussion with industry leading speakers. Light food and snacks will be served. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT?  \nGet on our email list for future event notifications\n \n \n \n \n \n CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN?  \nBook a tour \n \n \n \n \n \n WANT TO SEE MORE?  \nView our full event calendar URL:https://hayvn.com/event/milking-sustainability-dairys-role-2024-03-27/ LOCATION:HAYVN Darien\, 320 Post Road\, Darien\, CT\, 06820\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Personal and Professional Development,Social,Sustainabilty ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/HAYVN_Social_MarchSustainabilityEvent-EventsCal.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="HAYVN":MAILTO:communitymanager@hayvn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240131T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240131T190000 DTSTAMP:20260515T041610 CREATED:20231207T002412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T155327Z UID:10002559-1706722200-1706727600@hayvn.com SUMMARY:Quest for a Sustainable Future in Design & Build Trends: Sustainability Group DESCRIPTION:TOPIC: Quest for a Sustainable Future in Design & Build Trends\nFeaturing: Kate Brooks\, Interior Designer at Kate Brooks Studio LLC and Benjamin Bogie is COO at BPC Green Builders and and Elizabeth DiSalvo of Trillium Architects. \nIN-PERSON EVENT\nWednesday\, 1/31/24\, 5:30-7:00PM\nJoin us for quality networking\, on an intriguing sustainability-focused topic and discussion with industry leading speakers. Light food and snacks will be served. \nCOST: \n\nGeneral Admission: $15\nHAYVN Members: Free with promo code\n\nTOPIC DETAILS:\nFeaturing: Kate Brooks\, Interior Designer at Kate Brooks Studio LLC and Benjamin Bogie\, COO at BPC Green Builders\, and Elizabeth DiSalvo of Trillium Architects. \nEnjoy a lively discussion on taking actionable change with the insights shared from two of the State’s leading sustainability experts in the green building sector. \n\nReducing Your Carbon Emissions – Learn the most important ways that you can affect the built or home environment for supporting CT’s Decarbonization Goal by 2030.\nDesign for Circularity – Source and refurbish to adapt repurposed materials into a new output of function with style in the built space.\nLearn the core principles of “living” design from the inside\, across sustainable furnishings and diverse materials.\nIntegrating Sustainability into a Digitally Driven Lifestyle\, who is attracted and what are the styles that will influence tomorrow’s green building and residential design.\nCreating Buildings that Give More then they Take – How do you justify the investment in the built or home environment?\n\nLEARN ABOUT OUR SPEAKER: \nKate Brooks is Principal Designer & Owner of Kate Brooks Studio LLC. She practices residential and commercial interior design from conceptual phase\, including full building renovations\, additions\, finishes and decorative items placement. Her focus includes sustainable\, environmentally and socially responsibly made furniture and furnishings. Lowest chemical content and organic materials are chosen for a healthy and safe indoor air quality. Preference given to materials and furniture made in the US (ideally the Tri-state area) to minimize the carbon footprint. Learn more: Website\, Instagram \nBenjamin Bogie is COO at BPC Green Builders with more than 20 years experience. Named one of the industry’s top “40 under 40” in 2018 by Professional Remodeler magazine\, he has become a staple author for industry publications as well as a national speaker/teacher on building best practices at trade shows\, private seminars\, and web-based media. “Ben is a widely recognized thought-leader in the home building community and is on the leading edge of the movement toward healthy\, high-performance\, low-carbon homes.” – Fine Homebuilding Magazine. Learn more: LinkedIn\, BPC Green Builders \nElizabeth DiSalvo is a practicing Architect. She created the firm Trillium Architects in 2004 with the mission of designing only sustainable homes. Having grown up in the industry\, she has experience in both ‘High-End Residential Design’ and designing\, building and living in natural houses such as ‘Off-the-Grid\, Passive Solar\, Straw Bale\, and Earthships’. With this unique combination of skills\, Elizabeth brings a depth of knowledge to the creation of Sustainable\, High Value Homes. Currently a firm of 12\, Trillium Architects has been designing ONLY energy efficient\, healthy and earth friendly\, high end homes throughout Fairfield\, Litchfield and Westchester Counties for 20 years and specializes in LEED\, Passive House and Net Zero Homes represented through sophisticated design. Learn more: Trillium Architects \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT?  \nGet on our email list for future event notifications\n \n \n \n \n \n CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN?  \nBook a tour \n \n \n \n \n \n WANT TO SEE MORE?  \nView our full event calendar URL:https://hayvn.com/event/hayvn-sustainability-group-2024-01-31/ LOCATION:HAYVN Darien\, 320 Post Road\, Darien\, CT\, 06820\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Personal and Professional Development,Social,Sustainabilty ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/hayvn-sustainability-and-social-impact-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="HAYVN":MAILTO:communitymanager@hayvn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T200000 DTSTAMP:20260515T041610 CREATED:20230123T003933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T221537Z UID:10001821-1701792000-1701806400@hayvn.com SUMMARY:HAYVN's Sustainability Holiday Pop Up Shop: Special Event Tickets DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited to HAYVN’s Sustainability Holiday Pop Up Shop\nTuesday 12/5 from 4-8pm \nSocialize\, network\, support local businesses\, explore sustainable brands/products. Enjoy light bites and drinks while shopping.\nEvent Details \n\nGeneral admission: $10\nHAYVN Members: Free\n\nGET TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sustainability-holiday-pop-up-shop-special-event-tickets-546489413547 \nBE A VENDOR: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sustainability-holiday-pop-up-shop-vendor-registration-tickets-747447223767 \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT?  \nGet on our email list for future event notifications \n \n \n \n \n \n CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN?  \nBook a tour \n \n \n \n \n \n WANT TO SEE MORE?  \nView our full event calendar URL:https://hayvn.com/event/hayvn-sustainability-holiday-pop-up-shop-2023-12-5/ LOCATION:HAYVN Darien\, 320 Post Road\, Darien\, CT\, 06820\, United States CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Networking,Personal and Professional Development,Sustainabilty ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Sustainability-Holiday-popup-Web-calendar-Tickets-2023.png ORGANIZER;CN="HAYVN":MAILTO:communitymanager@hayvn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231129T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231129T190000 DTSTAMP:20260515T041610 CREATED:20231019T174709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231019T175703Z UID:10002484-1701279000-1701284400@hayvn.com SUMMARY:Book Launch - Reimagine Inclusion with Mita Mallick DESCRIPTION:Strategies for implementing transformative inclusivity with Mita Mallick\, Head of Inclusion\, Equity and Impact of Carta. Sheri West of LiveGirl moderates. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT?  \nGet on our email list for future event notifications\n \n \n \n \n \n CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN?  \nBook a tour \n \n \n \n \n \n WANT TO SEE MORE?  \nView our full event calendar URL:https://hayvn.com/event/book-launch-reimagine-inclusion-mita-mallick/ LOCATION:HAYVN Darien\, 320 Post Road\, Darien\, CT\, 06820\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Series,Networking,Personal and Professional Development,Social,Sustainabilty ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Reimagine-Inclusion-Book-Launch.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T110000 DTSTAMP:20260515T041610 CREATED:20230123T004155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T150814Z UID:10001822-1700042400-1700046000@hayvn.com SUMMARY:CT Government Outlook - Sustainability Policies/Progress: Monthly Sustainability Group Meeting DESCRIPTION:TOPIC: \nCONNECTICUT’S GOVERNMENT OUTLOOK – SUSTAINABILITY POLICIES and PROGRESS\nCome join a lively conversation on learning a comprehensive update on our Government’s Sustainability Outlook in 2024! \nJoining us from the State’s General Assembly is our local State Representative 143rd District\, Dominique Johnson. \nMORE DETAILS : \nDiverse topics on the Impact of Connecticut’s Sustainability Leadership – 2024 includes: \n1. Learn what to expect from the State’s ongoing Climate Law efforts for 2024\, including the State’s 100% carbon free electric grid. \n2. Understand the best practices of GreenerGovCT\, and our State Agencies’ many initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions\, water use\, waste disposal and much more! \n3. Stay updated on the integral role of the Connecticut GREEN BANK (the nation’s first ever Green Bank!) whose mission is to spark a thriving green energy marketplace of accelerating affordable adoption across residences\, cities\, and non-profits. \n4. Meeting the needs of all State municipalities with SustainableCT! From local actions and educational initiatives to certifying communities that drive participation across multiple areas that define the “every day” of a sustainability lifestyle. \n  \nABOUT OUR SPEAKER: \nRep. Johnson Rep. Johnson is the State Representative for Norwalk/Westport for the Connecticut General Assembly. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT?  \nGet on our email list for future event notifications \n \n \n \n \n \n CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN?  \nBook a tour \n \n \n \n \n \n WANT TO SEE MORE?  \nView our full event calendar URL:https://hayvn.com/event/monthly-sustainability-group-2023-11-15/ LOCATION:HAYVN Darien\, 320 Post Road\, Darien\, CT\, 06820\, United States CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Personal and Professional Development,Sustainabilty ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/hayvn-sustainability-and-social-impact-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="HAYVN":MAILTO:communitymanager@hayvn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231020T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231020T110000 DTSTAMP:20260515T041610 CREATED:20230123T003719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T165928Z UID:10001819-1697796000-1697799600@hayvn.com SUMMARY:The Ongoing Quest for Nutritional Perfection on a Warming Planet: Monthly Sustainability Group Meeting DESCRIPTION:TOPIC: The Ongoing Quest for Nutritional Perfection….amongst a Warming Planet with Dr. Pramila Vishvanath\n“How to Eat for Optimal Health while being Environmentally Conscious” \nWe will discuss: \n\nWhat’s the Real Deal in Food and Supplement Trends…from “Natural” and “Energy Dense” to Functional Foods and many more!\nCaffeine crosses all Kinds of Foods and Beverages every day\, Friend or Foe?\nIntersection of Gut Health + Mindset – think Prebiotics with Nutritional Therapy Guidance\nToday’s Carbon Friendly Foods\, a niche sector trend for managing sustainable farm land with low water use\, though what is the nutrient upside?\nAnti-Aging\, Female Hormones and Body Changes…that happen every 7 years. \n\n  \nABOUT OUR SPEAKERS \nMeet Dr. Pramila Vishvanath \nThe Integrated Health Center was founded by Dr. Pram because of her lifelong desire to share the benefits of a natural lifestyle with others. \nCurrently licensed to practice in Connecticut\, Arizona and Hawaii. Some of her accomplishments include: \n\nStarting the first Homeopathic study group\, the Connecticut Homeopathic Association\, in 1985\nStarting the Naturopathic residency program at Griffin Hospital in 1998\nFacilitating the first online botanical medical program under the auspices of Quinnipiac College in 2001\nServing as President of the Connecticut Society of Naturopathic Physicians in 2001\n\nDr. Pram enjoys relating how her passion to help others through the science of naturopathy began… \n“My introduction to natural medicine was through my mother who always took me to the local homeopathic physician for all my childhood illnesses. Growing up in India I was enveloped with the Ayurvedic traditions passed down through several generations. \nI graduated Summa Cum Laude from the Bombay Homeopathic Medical College in 1965\, then served as the Chief Resident of the Government Homeopathic Medical Hospital in Bombay. In 1967\, I immigrated to the USA. I received my Physician’s Assistant certification in 1977 from Rutgers University and worked as a PA for many years in the UK and Connecticut. In 1990\, I graduated from the National College of Naturopathic Medicine (NCNM) in Portland\, Oregon. \nIt is my fervent wish to see naturopathy and a natural lifestyle become part of our way of life. With this in mind\, I have collaborated with Park City Primary Care Center to see under-served patients at their center. \nI love my work and helping my patients achieve a state of wellness they never before thought possible. In addition\, I enjoy gardening\, dancing and traveling. I look forward to meeting you and working with you to achieve a healthier\, more balanced lifestyle.” \n– Dr. Pram \nK. Pramila Vishvanath\, L.C.E.H.\, P.A.\, N.D. \nNaturopathic Physician\, Director of the Integrated Health Center \nLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pramila-vishvanath-nd/ \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT?  \nGet on our email list for future event notifications \n \n \n \n \n \n CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN?  \nBook a tour \n \n \n \n \n \n WANT TO SEE MORE?  \nView our full event calendar URL:https://hayvn.com/event/monthly-sustainability-group-2023-10-20/ LOCATION:HAYVN Darien\, 320 Post Road\, Darien\, CT\, 06820\, United States CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Personal and Professional Development,Sustainabilty ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/hayvn-sustainability-and-social-impact-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="HAYVN":MAILTO:communitymanager@hayvn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230915T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230915T110000 DTSTAMP:20260515T041610 CREATED:20230123T003507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T191409Z UID:10001817-1694772000-1694775600@hayvn.com SUMMARY:Responsible Fashion: Re-Fashioning Your Future with Conscious Consumption. Monthly Sustainability Group Meeting DESCRIPTION:Responsible Fashion: Re-Fashioning Your Future with Conscious Consumption…The Resale of Clothing\nLearning the tenants of responsible fashion with low waste living \nSPEAKERS: Haley Lieberman and Laurine Grere Osborne \nCome join what is certain to be a lively conversation on how two CT-based market leaders have navigated the fragmented landscape and value of sustainable fashion’s clothing resale sector. From supply chains and related “reverse logistics” in clothing resale\, to changing behavior in conscious consumption habits\, and a massive clothing waste crisis that has spread around the world. \nWe’ll discuss: \n1) Learn a fascinating update on the clothing materials that directly affect this industry’s over production issues\, and what is being done to reduce the production of manufacturing too much clothing! It starts with readapting materials with a new purpose of usage…that covers the mass-market to luxury sustainable fashion. \n2) Understanding today’s evolving definition of “conscious resale” – what is trending as the most sought-after resold or readapted clothing materials? Where can you buy or sell them\, what is the pricing model for sellers? \n3) Far beyond clothing materials\, discover how responsible fashion has inspired proven behavioral change within the much-touted “low waste\, circular” lifestyle. Who is the customer and what have they changed in their consumption habits…not just in keeping their clothes longer\, but also in overall lifestyle… in and out of the home. \n4) Global Clothing Waste Crisis – find out how our overburdened U.S. landfills are handling 10+ million tons of annually thrown out clothes\, (they are not biodegradable)\, and where they are also shipped these materials internationally\, e.g Ghana and other third world countries. \n5) Buzzwords of the Decade – Sustainability\, Regeneration\, Net Zero\, Low Waste Living\, Conscious Living…how are they differently defined? And who are the major brands leveraging these terms in what remains a small niche sector of their overall clothing business…think Patagonia\, Allbirds\, LVMH/Nona…and many more. \n\n\n​ \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT?  \nGet on our email list for future event notifications \n \n \n \n \n \n CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN?  \nBook a tour \n \n \n \n \n \n WANT TO SEE MORE?  \nView our full event calendar URL:https://hayvn.com/event/monthly-sustainability-group-2023-09-15/ LOCATION:HAYVN Darien\, 320 Post Road\, Darien\, CT\, 06820\, United States CATEGORIES:Personal and Professional Development,Sustainabilty ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Social_ResponsibleFashion_update-091223_Events-Calendar.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="HAYVN":MAILTO:communitymanager@hayvn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230616T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230616T110000 DTSTAMP:20260515T041610 CREATED:20230123T001740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230525T204819Z UID:10002321-1686909600-1686913200@hayvn.com SUMMARY:Conscious Consumerism: Monthly Sustainability Group Meeting DESCRIPTION:Conscious Consumerism: Empowering Your Life and Transforming Your Work\nWhat is conscious consumerism\, and why is it important? Join us as we delve into the fundamental principles and values of conscious consumerism\, and gain a deeper understanding of its significance. \nPractical Tips for Implementing Conscious Consumerism \nExplore sustainable and ethical shopping practices by identifying and supporting socially responsible brands and businesses. Learn how to embrace a minimalist lifestyle and make conscious choices that align with your values while being mindful of our planet’s finite resources. \n\nNavigating Labels and Certifications : Decode eco-labels and certifications to make informed choices that have a positive impact on the environment. Evaluate the credibility and transparency of labeling systems\, ensuring you’re making truly conscious decisions.\n\n\nThe Power of Consumer Activism: Briana Hart\, CEO of buyVerde\, Silvina Skverer Founder of Thinking Beyond Business and Gavin Watson\, Chair of Conscious Capitalism CT will share their journeys\, practical strategies and recommendations to become more conscious consumers and business leaders. \n\n\nBuy Verde online marketplace: Recognizing the Impact of Consumer Choices: Discover the tremendous impact your choices can have on social\, environmental\, and ethical aspects. Join us as we hear Briana Hart’s inspiring journey of developing an online marketplace that enables shoppers to align their purchases with their values\, supporting businesses that generate social impact.\n\n\nGavin’s Journey: Integrating Conscious Consumerism into Everyday Life : Learn from Gavin as he shares his personal journey of embracing conscious consumerism in both his everyday life and work. Gain practical insights and inspiration to incorporate conscious choices into your own lifestyle.\n\n\nThinking Beyond Business Journey: Learn from Silvina and Soledad how a corporate lawyer and a former CFO embarked on a profound career shift to empower organizations to embrace conscious practices. Gain insights into the strategies to bridge the gap between conscious consumers and businesses\, creating meaningful connections that drive positive change. Gain valuable insights into attracting conscious consumers and building sustainable relationships based on shared values.\n\nLEARN ABOUT OUR SPEAKERS \nABOUT GAVIN WATSON \nAs VP Operations at Watson Inc.\, Gavin led several efforts to reduce the company’s carbon footprint. From 2000\, Watson began purchasing 100% wind energy buying over 4 million KWH of renewable electricity\, reducing the company’s carbon footprint by around 1\,000 tons of CO2 annually. \nIn 2000 Gavin bought a new VW Golf Diesel and converted it to run on vegetable oil\, then installed a diesel engine in a Porsche 914 and won the 2006 Tour de Sol’s most environmentally friendly biofuel vehicle award. \nIn 2015 through an energy kaizen event\, Watson reduced its electrical demand by 25% while at the same time increasing employee engagement. Watson engaged in all three of the programs that United Illuminating had at the time\, PRIME\, EUA\, and BSC. \nABOUT SILVINA SKVERER \nSilvina Skverer is a business professional with 10+ years in accounting\, auditing\, and finance. She holds a BA in accounting from University of Buenos Aires and is trained in ESG strategy development. She is a board member of the CT Sustainable Business Council and the business chair of the Greenwich Sustainability Committee and actively promotes sustainable initiatives within her local community. Her unwavering belief in the power of education and collective action drives her to empower businesses to embrace sustainability as a core value\, creating a lasting impact on the world. She initiated several grassroots programs to raise awareness and educate businesses about implementing sustainable practices. \nConscious about her environmental footprint\, Silvina has gradually been incorporating the principles of conscious consumerism into her life by driving an electric car\, composting\, buying used products\, extending the lifecycle of household items\, and supporting companies that are generating social impact. \nABOUT BRIANA HART \nBriana is a former Wall Street executive of 18+ years experience in ESG\, big data\, launching businesses\, running global teams\, advising CEOs and boards in various roles at Morgan Stanley\, BlackRock and Bank of America. She is committed to giving back to the community – currently serving on the nonprofit board for Family Centers in Fairfield County and previously having served on the board of Room to Grow. \nQUESTIONS? Contact questions@hayvn.com \nCAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT? 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View our full calendar of events \nLEARN MORE about HAYVN’s Sustainability and Social Impact group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT?  \nGet on our email list for future event notifications\n \n \n \n \n \n CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN?  \nBook a tour \n \n \n \n \n \n WANT TO SEE MORE?  \nView our full event calendar URL:https://hayvn.com/event/monthly-sustainability-group-2023-06-16/ LOCATION:HAYVN Darien\, 320 Post Road\, Darien\, CT\, 06820\, United States CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Personal and Professional Development,Sustainabilty ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/hayvn-sustainability-and-social-impact-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="HAYVN":MAILTO:communitymanager@hayvn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230519T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230519T110000 DTSTAMP:20260515T041610 CREATED:20230123T001427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T231912Z UID:10002320-1684490400-1684494000@hayvn.com SUMMARY:Eliminating Chemicals and Empowering Water Stewardship: Monthly Sustainability Group Meeting DESCRIPTION:Check back soon for more info. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT?  \nGet on our email list for future event notifications \n \n \n \n \n \n CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN?  \nBook a tour \n \n \n \n \n \n WANT TO SEE MORE?  \nView our full event calendar URL:https://hayvn.com/event/monthly-sustainability-group-2023-05-19/ LOCATION:HAYVN Darien\, 320 Post Road\, Darien\, CT\, 06820\, United States CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Personal and Professional Development,Social,Sustainabilty ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/hayvn-sustainability-and-social-impact-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="HAYVN":MAILTO:communitymanager@hayvn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230504T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230504T170000 DTSTAMP:20260515T041610 CREATED:20230327T165503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230504T181416Z UID:10001866-1683212400-1683219600@hayvn.com SUMMARY:Sustainability in Business and Community: What Next Gen Leaders Say DESCRIPTION:Women in Sustainability: What Next Gen Leaders SayWednesday\, May 5\, 2023: 3-5pmTopic: Young women leaders share what they think is needed to climate change using business as a force for good. \nAn honest conversation about what our youth believes is needed next to deconstruct and rebuild the systems that will make scaling climate solutions possible. These women will share their pathway to becoming champions and how they envision a sustainable future that is resilient\, regenerative and hopeful. \nOrganized by Connecticut Sustainable Business Council and held at HAYVN \nCost: $15 for CTSBC and HAYVN members; $20 non-members \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT?  \nGet on our email list for future event notifications \n \n \n \n \n \n CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN?  \nBook a tour \n \n \n \n \n \n WANT TO SEE MORE?  \nView our full event calendar URL:https://hayvn.com/event/women-in-sustainability-2023-05-04/ LOCATION:HAYVN Darien\, 320 Post Road\, Darien\, CT\, 06820\, United States CATEGORIES:Business and Strategy,Health and Wellness,Personal and Professional Development,Social,Sustainabilty ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/CTSBC-round-HAYVN_Event-Calendar-Web.png ORGANIZER;CN="HAYVN":MAILTO:communitymanager@hayvn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230317T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230317T110000 DTSTAMP:20260515T041610 CREATED:20230105T004730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230213T160655Z UID:10002309-1679047200-1679050800@hayvn.com SUMMARY:Living the Lifestyle of the Circular Economy: Monthly Sustainability Group Meeting DESCRIPTION:Stay tuned for information. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT?  \nGet on our email list for future event notifications \n \n \n \n \n \n CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN?  \nBook a tour \n \n \n \n \n \n WANT TO SEE MORE?  \nView our full event calendar URL:https://hayvn.com/event/monthly-sustainability-group-2023-03-17/ LOCATION:HAYVN Darien\, 320 Post Road\, Darien\, CT\, 06820\, United States CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Personal and Professional Development,Sustainabilty ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/hayvn-sustainability-and-social-impact-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="HAYVN":MAILTO:communitymanager@hayvn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230217T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230217T110000 DTSTAMP:20260515T041610 CREATED:20230103T234616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230213T164037Z UID:10002308-1676628000-1676631600@hayvn.com SUMMARY:Stories from Startups in Sustainability: Monthly Sustainability Group Meeting DESCRIPTION:Check back soon for more info. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT?  \nGet on our email list for future event notifications \n \n \n \n \n \n CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN?  \nBook a tour \n \n \n \n \n \n WANT TO SEE MORE?  \nView our full event calendar URL:https://hayvn.com/event/monthly-sustainability-group-2023-02-17/ LOCATION:HAYVN Darien\, 320 Post Road\, Darien\, CT\, 06820\, United States CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Personal and Professional Development,Sustainabilty ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/hayvn-sustainability-and-social-impact.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="HAYVN":MAILTO:communitymanager@hayvn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230120T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230120T110000 DTSTAMP:20260515T041610 CREATED:20221213T232424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230111T160703Z UID:10001794-1674208800-1674212400@hayvn.com SUMMARY:Monthly Sustainability Group: Biophilic Design - Growing Nature Into Interior Design DESCRIPTION:Come join a lively conversation on recreating the beneficial outdoor effects of bringing nature on the inside…at home and in the working environment!. \nOnce a niche trend\, learn how biophilic-inspired homes and working environments have increasingly been designed by incorporating natural elements with sustainable building materials that improve how we live\, relax and work…by bringing nature’s outside to the inside.   \n  \nEnjoy a lively conversation from what our experts have to say about: \n\nThe key fundamentals that bring the sustainable characteristics of nature’s design elements.…into the building environment\, residential or the work environment space.\nLearn about the core principles and outcomes of “living” design from the inside\, across sustainable furnishings and diverse materials.\nHow ideas from the outside natural world are concepted\, sourced\, and brought into a fully functioning inside space.\nThe lifestyle and expectations that attract to biophilic-inspired residential and building design.\nDesign for Freedom by Grace Farms – a global movement involving a paradigm shift in removing forced labor from the building materials supply chain.\n\n\n  \nPresented by Interior Designer\, Kate Brooks and Nora Rizzo\, Ethical Materials Director\, from Grace Farms. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT?  \nGet on our email list for future event notifications \n \n \n \n \n \n CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN?  \nBook a tour \n \n \n \n \n \n WANT TO SEE MORE?  \nView our full event calendar URL:https://hayvn.com/event/monthly-sustainability-group-2023-01-20/ LOCATION:HAYVN Darien\, 320 Post Road\, Darien\, CT\, 06820\, United States CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Personal and Professional Development,Sustainabilty ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/hayvn-sustainability-and-social-impact.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="HAYVN":MAILTO:communitymanager@hayvn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221116T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221116T153000 DTSTAMP:20260515T041610 CREATED:20221011T200653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221101T145420Z UID:10002215-1668607200-1668612600@hayvn.com SUMMARY:Women Working in Sustainability DESCRIPTION:Join Preeti Bhattacharji\, Head of Sustainable Investing @ JP Morgan and Heather Burns of CT Sustainable Business Council & ESG Consulting Biz for a fireside chat about the latest trends happening in environmental\, social and governance (ESG) and what it takes to break into this evolving field. \nLearn how the investor and business perspective of ESG and sustainability are shaping the new economy and come away with practical tips on how you can incorporate sustainability into your work. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT?  \nGet on our email list for future event notifications \n \n \n \n \n \n CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN?  \nBook a tour \n \n \n \n \n \n WANT TO SEE MORE?  \nView our full event calendar URL:https://hayvn.com/event/women-working-in-sustainability-2022-11-16/ LOCATION:HAYVN Darien\, 320 Post Road\, Darien\, CT\, 06820\, United States CATEGORIES:Business and Strategy,Personal and Professional Development,Sustainabilty ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/WomenInSutainability_745x500_webtile.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="HAYVN":MAILTO:communitymanager@hayvn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T180000 DTSTAMP:20260515T041610 CREATED:20220909T183009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220909T183210Z UID:10001737-1665590400-1665597600@hayvn.com SUMMARY:Social Impact & Sustainability | How Connecticut is Leading as a Force for Good DESCRIPTION:The newly launched B Local CT is thrilled to invite you to celebrate the potential for our state to be a leader in the Business as a Force for Good movement.  \nB Locals are place-based communities of people using business as a force for good. At the core of every B Local are Certified B Corporations — for-profit companies using the power of business to transform the global economy to benefit all people\, communities\, and the planet. Certified B Corps are certified by the nonprofit B Lab that meet the high standards of social and environmental performance\, accountability\, and transparency. There are currently more than 5\,600 Certified B Corps across the globe from 85 countries\, across 158 industries. B Corps have one unifying goal: to redefine success in business. \nB Local Connecticut is a collaborative group dedicated to using Business as a Force for Good. It aims to provide the resources and support for like-minded companies and organizations to make environmentally conscious\, ethically minded\, and socially responsible choices. It aims to create economic opportunities within Connecticut that will drive equitable and inclusive growth. \nWe’re honored to have the wisdom and inspiration of Vincent Stanley\, Patagonia’s Director of Philosophy\, and investor and First Lady of Connecticut\, Annie Lamont\, as our speakers.  \nPlease join us if you are: \n\nAn experienced champion and leader of business as a force for good;\nCurious about the potential to do well by doing good\, as a consumer\, employee\, entrepreneur\, or investor; or \nEager to meet people who are using money\, time\, and/or energy to grow businesses that make the world a better place!\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT?  \nGet on our email list for future event notifications \n \n \n \n \n \n CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN?  \nBook a tour \n \n \n \n \n \n WANT TO SEE MORE?  \nView our full event calendar URL:https://hayvn.com/event/how-connecticut-is-leading-as-a-force-for-good-2022-10-12/ LOCATION:District\, 470 James Street\, New Haven CATEGORIES:Personal and Professional Development,Sustainabilty ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/HAYVN-Event-Image-Sizing-5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220930T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220930T120000 DTSTAMP:20260515T041610 CREATED:20220901T183211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220901T183215Z UID:10002207-1664535600-1664539200@hayvn.com SUMMARY:Sustainability & Social Impact Community DESCRIPTION:Join us for our 1st Sustainability & Social Impact gathering. This is a time for our Sustainability & Social Impact members to connect\, share celebrations\, resources and reach out for support. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT?  \nGet on our email list for future event notifications \n \n \n \n \n \n CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN?  \nBook a tour \n \n \n \n \n \n WANT TO SEE MORE?  \nView our full event calendar URL:https://hayvn.com/event/sustainability-and-social-impact-community-2022-09-30/ LOCATION:HAYVN Darien\, 320 Post Road\, Darien\, CT\, 06820\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Personal and Professional Development,Social,Sustainabilty ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/HAYVN-Event-Image-Sizing-3.png ORGANIZER;CN="HAYVN":MAILTO:communitymanager@hayvn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220505T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220505T130000 DTSTAMP:20260515T041610 CREATED:20220412T194822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T171909Z UID:10001683-1651752000-1651755600@hayvn.com SUMMARY:Understanding the Climate Entrepreneurial ECOSystem DESCRIPTION:Have you ever considered if your business is good for the environment?  Can you save money and help the environment at the same time?  Join us and learn from Sam Cherubin\, a lifelong climate activist\, who will introduce us to the climate challenges we face and how businesses are trying to adapt their practices to help the planet.   \nIn this session\, Sam will introduce us to Climate Science\, what is it and the challenges we currently face.  He will also discuss climate urgency and the affects it has on every business in a different way.   \nAlso\, Sam will educate us on what companies are doing to develop climate technologies that help the current situation\, and the influence of business accelerators\, venture capitalists\, and government programs.   \nAbout Sam: Sam Cherubin is a Digital Solutions Director at a Fortune 50 Healthcare organization. His background includes innovation\, strategy and product management. He became interested in climate through researching climate impacts on health. His goal is to create a platform for people to learn about climate\, come together in teams and build climate solutions. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT?  \nGet on our email list for future event notifications \n \n \n \n \n \n CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN?  \nBook a tour \n \n \n \n \n \n WANT TO SEE MORE?  \nView our full event calendar URL:https://hayvn.com/event/hayvn-halftime-2022-05-05/ LOCATION:HAYVN Darien\, 320 Post Road\, Darien\, CT\, 06820\, United States CATEGORIES:Hayvn Halftime,Sustainabilty,Technology and Productivity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/HAYVN-Event-Image-Sizing-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="HAYVN":MAILTO:communitymanager@hayvn.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR