Upside Hour:

Not Your Usual Networking Event

The Clinton Foundation

Join Rob Bennett for a discussion about his work with the Clinton Climate Initiative. CCI partners with the world’s largest cities to reduce C02 and other emissions. Rob will discuss both the global implications and how local businesses can make an impact through planning, operations and general best practices

He’ll also share some ‘behind the scenes’ glimpses inside the Clinton Foundation - you won’t want to miss this.


Prior to joining the Clinton Foundation, Rob worked for the cities of Portland, Oregon and Vancouver, BC for 8 years developing and implementing sustainable development initiatives. The work focused on enhancing the cities’ commitment to and application of sustainable development principles, practices, and technologies. In Vancouver, Rob led the development of the City’s comprehensive Green Building Strategy and facilitated the green building and infrastructure activities for the Southeast False Creek redevelopment, location of the 2010 Olympic Village. In Portland, Rob founded the City’s Green Building program, G/Rated. Additionally, he led conservation program and policy development in the areas of energy efficiency & renewables, global warming reduction, local food security, and corporate sustainability.


MarketShift Strategies hosts a free private cocktail party for local business leaders engaged in the sustainable economy. Each Upside Hour offers superb networking in a private setting, serves great drinks and features thought leaders sharing insights on a given topic.

This is an opportunity for businesses to identify synergies and cultivate deeper levels of business collaboration. The Upside Hour is an invite-only event. If you are a business leader interested in attending, please request an invitation.

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