Hello,
I agree with the above evaluations, and the suggestions to be more "green".
The sessions were wonderful, the networking opportunities were unparalleled, and it was a wonderful experience.
I filled out my evaluation regarding the sessions, but reading these comments made me want to share one minor suggestion, along the lines of the previous environmental ideas, relating to the box lunches.
At other conferences I have attended, the lunch team provided a "share table". Attendees could put any part of the lunch that they did not want on the table, ( e.g., I don't want the fruit) and it was available for anyone else who wanted it. At the end of the day, any leftover food (still in original packaging) was taken to a shelter, thus eliminating good food being put into the trash.
Just a thought...
Thank you for all you do for the Regulatory community!
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Susan Shockey RAC
Senior Manager, Regulatory Affairs and Quality Management
CHARLESTON SC
United States
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Original Message:
Sent: 30-Sep-2019 06:27
From: Lena Cordie-Bancroft
Subject: Convergence 2020
I completely agree with @Ludger Moeller! Some 'green' or eco-friendly suggestions:
- replace the paper drink tickets with virtual tickets that can be scanned from the badge
- encourage/incentivise exhibitors to give away eco-friendly tchotchkes
- when offering the recycable vs landfill waste options (like Philly did!!), include examples that can go in each, especially when box lunches are provided
- use biodegradable/plant-based (PLA) disposable cups
- remove paper handouts from the bags - or provide a 'turn in' option for attendees return the ones they don't need/want
- replace individual creamers & sugar packets with bulk options and plastic stir sticks with wooden ones (or fettucini noodles!!! - seriously :))
As always though, Convergence was amazing! I left completely exhausted, maxed out wiht networking, and my brain overloaded with ideas and new/reinforced knowledge. THANK YOU!!!
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Lena Cordie-Bancroft
Victoria MN
United States
Original Message:
Sent: 27-Sep-2019 13:08
From: Emily Stamm
Subject: Convergence 2020
Hi Everyone,
Thank you for joining us at RAPS Convergence in Philadelphia. We've already begun preparing a dynamic new program for Convergence, 12-15 September 2020 in San Antonio, TX and we would appreciate your feedback so we can continue to improve.
General and session-level evaluations are accessible in the mobile app or online by logging in with the email you used to register and your four digit registration ID. All participants who complete an evaluation will be entered for a chance to win a San Antonio gift basket and a complimentary registration for next year's event. One participant will be selected on 24 October 2019.
Thank you again for taking part in this important community event and for your support of RAPS.
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Emily Stamm
Community Manager
Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society®
regex@raps.org
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