Sustainability and Social Impact

Are you interested in learning about Sustainability and exploring topics/trends to make a difference?

Hear from experts, network, have social impact in our community, connect with like-minded peers. Bimonthly meetings at HAYVN from 5:30–7:00pm.

Explore — Ask Questions — Have Social Impact — Make a Difference

HAYVN Sustainability/Social Impact Group is spearheaded by Sam Cherubin and Lisa Miniter.

This group brings like-minded people together to explore and understand what is happening today to help our planet, and ourselves, build a more sustainable future.

Each of us can make a difference!

4 Reasons to Join

• Explore – How to live sustainably to meet our needs without compromising future generations
• Ask Questions – Explore a wide range of topics from monthly featured speakers
• Have Social Impact – Promote social equity and inclusion
• Make a Difference – Learn new ways to live, work and play in more sustainable-driven communities. 

Admission

Bimonthly Meetings: 5:30-7:00pm in-person at HAYVN.

Join us for quality networking, on an intriguing sustainability-focused topic and discussion with industry leading speakers. Light food and snacks will be served.

• General Admission: $15
• HAYVN Members: Free with code on members portal. For help accessing members portal please email questions@hayvn.com

The Crisis Is Here: A Conversation with Sam Cherubin on Climate, Health & Everyday Resilience​ ​— February 3, 2026, 5:30-7:00PM

The Crisis Is Here: A Conversation with Sam Cherubin on Climate, Health & Everyday Resilience

Join 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.

Sam 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.

During this conversation, Sam will share:

• How extreme weather is already impacting our health (even if we haven’t connected the dots)

• Practical strategies for protecting yourself and your loved ones through heat, storms, poor air quality, and other climate-related events

• Why healthcare professionals need to be talking about this, and how concerned families can advocate for themselves

• The intersection of climate preparedness, community resilience, and personal wellness

• Real stories and evidence-based guidance you can use immediately

Whether 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.

What to expect: An engaging presentation followed by audience Q&A and book signing. Light refreshments will be served.

Mark Your Calendars!

• Feb. 3, 2026, 5:30-7pm – The Crisis Is Here: A Conversation with Sam Cherubin on Climate, Health & Everyday Resilience. SIGN UP
• Apr. 23, 2026, 5:30-7pm – stay tuned for info.
• Jun. 3, 2026, 5:30-7pm – stay tuned for info.
• Sep. 29, 2026, 5:30-7pm – stay tuned for info.
• Oct. 15, 2026, 5:30-7pm – stay tuned for info.

Missed an Event? Here Are A Few.

To watch them all, plus more videos and events go to HAYVN’s YouTube channel

About Sam Cherubin and Lisa Miniter

“Inside most companies, only a handful of people with “sustainability” roles consider climate issues part of their workday. But in this most all-encompassing challenge in human history, every job must be a climate job.” – Climate Solutions at Work, Project Drawdown.

Sam Cherubin believes integrating sustainability and climate change solutions into his role as a product manager is the hallmark of his 14-year career. Presently Sam serves as Digital Solutions Director/Strategist at Elevance, the largest for-profit managed health care company in the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association, serving 40M members.

During his tenure at Elevance, he has focused on designing innovative, sustainable solutions for climate impacts on health. Previous roles include serving as Elevance’s Senior Product Manager/Strategist from 2017 to 2020 and as Product Manager for a boutique consulting firm from 2008 to 2017.

Lisa Miniter is a versatile B2B2C market strategist and partnerships developer who integrates a strong creative orientation in building partnership frameworks, sales development, go-to-market planning, and strategic business writing.  Additionally, she has capabilities in conceptualizing and selling multi-level media packaging with an emphasis on early-stage platforms.   Her sales management experience with integrated media sales has included the U.S., Mexico, and Europe.

Primary Industries:  Sustainability, Regenerative Ag, Hotels, Wellness/Nutrition. 

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