Earth Charter + 10 Dinner
Wednesday, 23 June 2010 19:33
“The strong commitment among business leaders and universities to sustainability and building a green economy in Tampa is an inspiring example for the rest of the country. I congratulate Earth Charter US on the role it has played in this promising development.” Steven Rockefeller.
On the evening of May 26, 2010 various leaders from the Tampa business community along with members of Earth Charter US Board of Directors were joined by Guest of Honor, Dr. Steven Rockefeller to celebrate the Earth Charter’s 10th anniversary. The year 2010 is the 10th anniversary of the completion of the Earth Charter document The Earth Charter Document at UNESCO in Paris, and the launch of the “Earth Charter in Action” at the Peace Palace in The Hague. There are many celebrations taking place throughout the world this year to celebrate this monumental event EC+10 Events . The Tampa EC + 10 celebration was held at the Michael Murphy Gallery M, hosted by Lorna Taylor, Chair Board of Directors Earth Charter US, CEO of Premiere Eye Care, and catered by Chef BT Nguyen of Restaurant BT.
Dr. Steven C. Rockefeller is Co-Chair Earth Charter International; Professor Emeritus of Religion, Middlebury College. His essays appear in a variety of books and journals. In recent years, much of his research and writing has focused on global ethics, sustainable development, and the interrelation of democracy, ecology, and spirituality.
Over the past twelve years, Professor Rockefeller has played a leading role in the drafting and promotion of the Earth Charter. He chaired the Earth Charter international drafting committee. Following the launch of the Earth Charter in 2000, he was made a member of the Earth Charter Commission. He currently serves as co-chair of the Earth Charter International Council and as chair of Earth Charter Associates, Ltd., which has been set up to provide the ECI Council with financial and legal assistance. His essays on the history, structure, and purpose of the Earth Charter appear in many publications.
Tampa’s EC + 10 dinner discussions ranged from sustainable business practices to building ethical frameworks, creating educational curriculum along with various other Earth Charter based initiatives. The menu and table designs were created with an organic focus featuring locally farm raised products, bamboo, stone and other natural elements to create a truly beautiful Earth Charter focused event.
Guests in attendance:
Lorna Taylor- Host and Earth Charter US Chairwoman
Dr. and Mrs. Vaughn- President and First Lady, University of Tampa
Mr. and Mrs. Weymouth- AIA, LEED AP Design Director, HOK
Chris Butler- Managing Director, Jones Lang LaSalle Americas
Ronald Christaldi- Partner/Attorney, Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP
Rich Palmieri-Director, Business Development, Seimens Industry, Inc.
Richard Clugston-Executive Director, Earth Charter US
Guy King- President, M.E. Wilson
Michael Murphy- President, Michael Murphy Gallery M
Jan Roberts- Founder, Earth Charter US
Sheila Awad- ECUS Volunteer and Community Builder
Kate Sullivan- Director, Michael Murphy Gallery M
Ed Turanchik- Director of Strategy and communications, WilburSmith Associates
Michael Bedke- Partner/Attorney, DLA Piper LLP; General Counsel, Earth Charter US
Fred Bennet- Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Lykes Bros. Inc.
Andrew McIntosh- Attorney, Fowler White Boggs, P.A., Honorary Consul for Canada
Rhea Law- CEO & Attorney, Fowler White Boggs, P.A.
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