ABOUT
A gathering of LGBTQ+ climate leaders. No panels in windowless rooms. Just interactive sessions designed to foster deep connection and learning. Meet every attendee through guided introductions, discussions, and asks/offers. Build sincere, enduring relationships that enrich personal, professional, and business growth.
To enhance engagement and promote presence, this space will be device-free. Participants will be asked to put away their phones and laptops. Designated areas will be available for essential calls.
Location: Garrison Institute, 2 hours by public transit from NYC (MetroNorth)
Topics: climate investment, corporate sustainability, building decarbonization, renewable energy, carbon removal
HOST COMMITTEE
Confirmed Speakers
SCHEDULE
Monday, June 23
11 am | Arrival and Check-in
Attendees add to the ask/offer board
12 pm | Lunch
2 pm | Introductions, Asks & Offers
Attendees introduce themselves and their firms. Asks/offers to identify opportunities for collaboration
3 pm | Speed Networking
Quick chats in concentric circles
4 pm | Guided Nature Walk
Outdoor networking
6 pm | Discussions over Dinner
Discussions led by host committee
8 pm | Opening Reception + Firepit Networking
Tuesday, June 24
7 am | Yoga and Meditation
Optional pre-conference activity
8 am | Breakfast
9:30 am | Ask Me Anything
Q&A with host committee, by expertise
10:30 am | Networking Break
11 am | Curated Conversations
Concurrent breakout discussions
12 pm | Lunch
Continue discussions from the morning
2 pm | Guided Nature Walk
Outdoor networking
4 pm | Keynote Fireside Chat
Speaker TBA
6 pm | Discussions over Dinner
Discussions led by host committee
8 pm | Firepit Networking
Wednesday, June 25
7 am | Yoga and Meditation
Optional pre-conference activity
8 am | Breakfast
9:30am | Keynote Fireside Chat
Speaker TBA
11am | Closing Ceremony
11:30am | Departure
TIPS FOR SECURING EMPLOYER SUPPORT
Frame attendance as both Business Development and Professional Development
Emphasize new customer and partner connections, plus professional growth. Here is an email that outlines the business case for attending.
Align with Company Goals
Mention specific potential customers, partners, or investors you’ll meet.
Offer to Present Key Takeaways
Propose a post-event summary to share insights with your team.
VENUE
The Garrison Institute is located in Garrison, New York in a former Capuchin monastery overlooking the Hudson River. Facilities include a variety of spacious meeting and break-out rooms, an inspirational non-denominational meditation hall, and a wood-paneled dining hall. The Institute currently offers accommodations for 165 overnight guests, in single, double and dorm style rooms.
Directions: take the MetroNorth train from Grand Central to Garrison (2 hours), then take the shuttle or walk a mile through a wooded path
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