2018 SFI Annual Conference

October 16-18, 2018 | Westminster, Colorado

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When it comes to providing supply chain assurances, producing conservation outcomes, and supporting education and community engagement – Forests are the Answer. The 2018 SFI Annual Conference will explore this theme and engage you in a discussion focused on why Forests are the Answer to so many of the most important sustainability challenges we face in the sector and in our communities.

The SFI Annual Conference brings together thought leaders and influencers: forest sector representatives, conservation and community partners, and Indigenous leaders as well as some of the most engaged forest product customers in North America. This year’s conference will discuss topics relevant to national and international initiatives across the forest sector. Come to the 2018 SFI Annual Conference to learn more and engage with the SFI community.

The 2017 SFI Annual Conference by the Numbers

  • 97% of post-conference survey respondents would recommend this conference to a colleague
  • Between 300 and 500 people attended the SFI Conference and joint sessions held with the Canadian Institute of Forestry
  • People came from around the world representing 11 countries: United States, Canada, China, France, Germany, United Kingdom, Japan, Malawi, Netherlands, South Africa, and Switzerland
  • SFI’s student mentorship program included 28 students from 13 universities and three countries

Highlights from Past SFI Annual Conferences

Below is a video of highlights from the 2017 SFI Annual Conference.

read more/source: http://www.sfiprogram.org/annual-conference/annual-conference-2018/

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