Dear John, Your support for sustainable business values is inspiring -- and so is your advocacy for those values. We know “sustainability” includes environmentally responsible processes and purchases -- but it doesn’t stop there. It also includes high-road workplace practices, redressing extreme income inequality, and overall, pushing back against the money-influenced political maneuvers that stack the deck against most Americans – and sustainably-minded businesses. Our work now is not just important, it’s essential. After 40+ years of these maneuvers eroding our planet, our health, our opportunities and our trust, what’s at stake is nothing less than our market economy and perhaps democracy itself. And there’s really no time to lose. To leverage all our efforts, ASBC is convening leaders like you on Dec. 10-11 at the Sustainable Business & Advocacy Summit in Washington, D.C. You’re already setting a good example, so if you want to influence outcomes as part of the solution, I’m asking you to check out this results-oriented Summit. On the bold theme of “Making Capitalism Work for All,” we’ve gathered some of the most interesting, knowledgeable thought leaders in the country to help dissect the problems and formulate solutions – solutions we’ll take right to Capitol Hill the next day! There’s so much to take in, you’ll want to consider bringing key staff to help you capture strategies from concurrent breakout sessions. And I hope you’ll also reach out to your professional and industry colleagues who care about the issues you do and ask them to attend. (If they’re a business member of ASBC or of any of our organizational members, remind them they’re entitled to registration discounts). Rates have been retooled to maximize attendance at all levels, so please register today to be with us. Based on my own personal experience, I know you’ll find the Summit encouraging, energizing, and fully worthwhile. And we certainly value your participation. In the face of today’s difficult challenges, the more dedicated, sustainably-minded leaders we can convene with, the better for all of us! Thank you for your attention. I’m looking forward to being with you at the Summit.  Jeffrey A. Hollender
Co-founder, Chair and CEO
American Sustainable Business Council  | 
