Name: Eco Meet CLE – The Blue Economy
Start: 2025-11-18T17:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-11-18T19:30:00-05:00
Location: Great Lakes Brewing Company Tasting Room

$Eco Meet CLE \u2013 The Blue Economy$

Discover how the "Blue Economy" is shaping our region and connect with other sustainability enthusiasts at Great Lakes Brewing Company
About this Event

Eco Meet CLE –The Blue Economy

Explore how water shapes our region with Emily Bacha, Program Director of the Cuyahoga County Fresh Water Institute, and other local leaders who are building on decades of work that have helped reclaim our river and lake. Water technology, entrepreneurship, destination development, recreation, and maritime trade are all blossoming under our culture of freshwater stewardship. Join us as our speakers highlight these advancements and the opportunities in developing our blue economy. Tickets are $15. Sponsorship available. Please register by November 11th.

Program

5:00- 5:45 p.m. Networking, light appetizers, cash bar

5:45 - 7:00 p.m. Speakers and Q&A

Emily Bacha, Program Director, Cuyahoga County Fresh Water Institute
Lightning round featuring special guests adressing how water technology, destination development and maritime trade benefit Cleveland's blue economy.
7 - 7:30 p.m. More networking and last call

Organizers

Victoria Avi, Diane Bickett (Eco Speaks CLE), Lexie St. Denis, Danielle Doza, Greg Rotuno (Eco Speaks CLE), Natalie Ryan, and Carol Thaler

About Eco Meet CLE

Eco Meet CLE events are gatherings of like-minded individuals to foster connections and spark meaningful conversations. Anyone working in or interested in sustainability and the environment is invited to attend. Our events are held several times a year, typically in the Tasting Room of Great Lakes Brewing Company. Join us for craft beer, networking, and speakers as we celebrate past and present work, and connect around the work we need to do now for our future.

Sponsorship

If you would like to sponsor this event, the sponsorship fee is $100, which includes two tickets. Sponsors are acknowledged on Eventbrite, our event signage, and during the program.

Parking

There is a private lot adjacent to the brewpub on W. 26th as well as a number of metered and non-metered street parking spots available nearby, and the parking lot behind the West Side Market.

Accessibility

Due to the venue’s historic construction, there is no elevator access to the Tasting Room; chairlift access only is available.

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