Events Industry Council Recognizes ConferenceDirect for Achieving Sustainability Event Standards Certification

2024 Annual Partner Meeting reaches SILVER Level of global standards for environmental and social responsibility

WASHINGTON, D.C. (August 8, 2024) – The Events Industry Council is pleased to announce that ConferenceDirect, a full service global meeting solutions company, has achieved SILVER level certification to the EIC Sustainable Event Standards for its 2024 Annual Partner Meeting. The standards provide event planners and suppliers with prescriptive actions for producing and delivering sustainable events.

"We are proud to have earned SILVER level certification from the Events Industry Council for our 2024 Annual Partner Meeting, our largest event of the year," said ConferenceDirect CEO Jerry Horan. "ConferenceDirect recognizes the importance of reducing its environmental impact. This was also our first carbon neutral Annual Partner Meeting, which is a testament to our commitment to sustainability and the collective efforts of our team and partners.”

The EIC Sustainable Event Standards specify performance criteria in the areas of organisational management, marketing, communications and engagement, climate action, water management, materials and circularity, supply chain management, diversity, equity and inclusion, accessibility and social impact. The Event Organiser standard is one of several comprehensive standards for environmentally sustainable events.

"ConferenceDirect's earning the SILVER level certification for their annual meeting underscores their exceptional commitment to sustainability in their events,” said EIC President and CEO Amy Calvert “Their proactive approach and dedication to implementing environmentally responsible practices sets a benchmark for the entire industry. We are proud to support their efforts and celebrate this significant achievement."

The 2024 Annual Partner Meeting was held from April 7-11, 2024, at Loews Arlington in Arlington, Texas. With 950 attendees and a total of 2,560 room nights, this event demonstrated ConferenceDirect's ability to host large-scale, impactful gatherings while maintaining a strong focus on environmental responsibility.

The Alliance for Audited Media, a not-for-profit auditing organisation, performed the independent third-party certification of ConferenceDirect’s compliance with the Event Organiser standard.

"Our certification of ConferenceDirect’s Annual Partner Meeting to the event sustainability standards set by EIC continues to promote and elevate transparency and accountability in the events industry,” said Richard Murphy, president, Alliance for Audited Media. “We commend ConferenceDirect for their leadership and commitment to setting a high standard in the events industry."

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ABOUT EVENTS INDUSTRY COUNCIL

The Events Industry Council’s global federation includes 33 Association Members representing 103,500 individuals and 19,500 entities, and more than 30 Corporate Members and Strategic Partners with global operations and event teams in countries around the world. 

EIC is the global champion for event professionals and event industry excellence. It promotes high standards and professionalism in the events industry with the Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) programme and signature programme activities. The CMP credential is recognised globally as the badge of excellence in the events industry. The qualifications for certification are based on professional experience, education and a rigorous exam. Learn more at www.eventscouncil.org.

ABOUT CONFERENCEDIRECT

ConferenceDirect, headquartered in Folsom, California, is a full-service global meetings solution company. Our diverse portfolio of services includes Virtual/Hybrid Meetings, Site Selection & Contract Negotiation, Conference Management, Housing & Registration Services, Event Technology, Strategic Meetings Management Programs, Incentive Programs, Cruise Services, Experience Design, Green Meetings, Vendor Management, and Marketing Support. With over 450 associates managing more than 13,000 meetings, conferences, and events for over 4400 customers, ConferenceDirect is committed to delivering innovative and professional solutions. For more information, visit www.conferencedirect.com

Mission Statement

ConferenceDirect partners with organizations to help them achieve their goals and create memorable experiences for their attendees. With proven global experience, professionalism, and innovative meeting solutions, our team is dedicated to your success.

Signature Events

ConferenceDirect is committed to providing educational opportunities for our customers. Signature events, based on revenue qualifications, are exclusive opportunities available to our current customers for market-specific education.

CD Caring and Connecting

ConferenceDirect supports programs and organizations that impact wellness, corporate responsibility, and sustainability, including Corporate Social Responsibility, Diversity and Inclusion, Sustainability and Green Meetings, Human Trafficking Awareness, Healthy Eating and Menu Planning, Wellness Programs, and Associate Council.

ABOUT THE ALLIANCE FOR AUDITED MEDIA

As the largest not-for-profit media assurance organization, the Alliance for Audited Media delivers impartial, credible data to help media buyers buy and sellers sell. AAM works alongside the media and advertising industry to establish standards that can be verified independently, ensuring the legitimacy of the businesses that drive media's progress. AAM also provides verification for compliance programs including brand safety, privacy, sustainability and tech assurance. Learn more at auditedmedia.com.