Seminar Theater 5
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Tuesday
11.00 - 11.30
Laurence Redshaw-Stead
NWS GroupSustainable Innovations: Leading the way in Eco-Friendly Logistics
Join Nene Electrical and discover a sustainable future.
11.45 - 12.15
Hannah Osman
Valpak LtdBreaking Barriers in Cup Recycling: Achievements, Challenges, and Industry Collaboration
Join us for an insightful seminar focused on overcoming barriers in cup recycling. We''ll discuss our successful projects, the challenges of cup recyclability, and the crucial need for industry-wide collaboration. We''ll dive into the importance of engaging directly with paper mills to understand and address their challenges, emphasising the development of clear labeling and accreditation systems to guide consumers.
12.30 - 13.00
Timothy Grant
PIQET (Owned by Lifecycles)Promoting sustainable design through Life Cycle Assessment
A Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) gives you the full picture of the environmental impact product and its packaging. By understanding the energy consumption, emissions, and resources associated with each stage of a product''s life cycle, you can make informed decisions to minimise your environmental footprint. Timothy Grant will explain how LCA provides provide quantification of impacts and metrics to inform sustainability decision making, from the micro level of design and material selection through to the macro level of policy making. He will highlight why the packaging industry needs to adopt a more data-driven approach and how LCA can help find a balance between functionality and sustainability.
13.15 - 13.45
Elle Rustique, PhD
TipBrightlyThe Emergence of Cashless Tipping in the US Hotel Industry
In the US, tipping is a core part of the dining and hotel experience, a social norm and expected practice by American consumers. Then COVID happened, creating unexpected labor shortages and demands for new contactess technology. This seminar shares insights from one of the first companies to implement a cashless tipping solution for a global, award-winning global luxury boutique brand.
14.00 - 14.30
Simon Ralphs
Smart Green ChargersEV Charging for Hospitality
The EV Charging market is growing and maturing. The purpose of this seminar is to provide some insight into the world of EV Charging, AC & DC chargers, installation, power, loT connectivity and support. With legislation landscape changing then we will share some of the important considerations and provide the opportunity to discuss options.
14.45 - 15.15
Dayle Guy, Ian Chambers, Steve Osborne
Epson, App4, Melford TechnologiesFive Ways to Improve Your Customer Experiences That Can Grow Your Business.
Create a memorable customer experience with and without technology that will grow your hospitality business. Ian and Steve, joined by their customers will answer your questions, share their challenges and successes, and their five ways on how you can improve your customer experiences and grow your business. Taking your first brave step and starting out, or forging ahead with your growth plan, bring your questions to this experienced team of business owners and hospitality gurus.
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Wednesday
11.00 - 11.30
Kirsty McKerrow
Edinburgh Whisky AcademyWhisky Wise; Train Your Staff to Sell With Confidence
Discover the transformative power of whisky education in hospitality
11.45 - 12.15
Francys Fernandez Zavarce
Xampla Ltd (Morro - A Xampla Brand)Scalable Plastic-Free Coating Solutions: A Revolution in Packaging Technology
This presentation explores the exciting new partnership between Xampla and 2M and how natural coatings do not need to cost the earth. With the Single Use Packaging Directive (SUPD) and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) to consider, the cost to businesses of using non-recyclable or compostable packaging can be higher than people realise. We want to dispel the myth that sustainable packaging is more expensive and unable to meet the performance required, by introducing Morro™ Coating.
13.15 - 13.45
Tom Giddings & Michael Goor
Alupro and i2r Packaging SolutionsSustainability and Innovation in Aluminium food service packaging
In this joint seminar, attendees will learn about the compelling sustainability story of aluminium packaging from Alupro and i2r Packaging - including key facts, figures, and insights into how foil packaging may fare under new government rules. The session will also provide a fascinating overview into why QSR''s are choosing to switch to aluminium containers as their preferred choice for food service packaging.
14.00 - 14.30
Erica Bhasin
SustainowareThe carbon reality of sustainable alternatives in the packaging industry
It is evident that there is no single solution to decarbonising the packaging industry. But within the suite of options, which ones are truly sustainable? In this session we explore the life cycles of the different alternatives in market as we evaluate the production, consumption, and disposal of paper, bagasse, recycled & bio plastics, and starch products.
14.45 - 15.15
Mark Sait
SaveMoneyCutCarbonDecarbonising Hospitality - navigating the challenges ahead
With NetZero & Science Based Targets being adopted by leading hotel brands and investors alike, who has ultimate responsibility for delivering these targets, especially in managed and franchised properties? Who pays and where does the expertise come from? This seminar will look at retrofits every hotel should have already completed and explore how hotel owners and brands can access much-needed support & resources to keep ahead of the sustainability curve.
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