Arielle V. King, an environmental attorney, educator, and host of The Joy Report podcast, will be the keynote speaker at the Sustain Dane Summit, the non-profit announced on Monday. The 17th annual Sustain Dane Summit will be held Friday, Nov. 7, at the Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center.
Sustain Dane is the sustainability organization of Dane County, providing the resources and inspiration for individuals, businesses, and organizations to generate change. The Sustain Dane Summit brings together people who care deeply about the community and the planet.
King is the host of The Joy Report podcast, which explores the people, stories, and solutions making an impact.
“Arielle brings a powerful blend of passion, purpose, and joy to the climate movement. She’s a voice for justice and a spark for change — and we can’t wait for you to meet her,” Sustain Dane said in an announcement on social media. “At the Summit, Arielle will draw from conversations with changemakers across the country — from ocean conservationists to brands prioritizing circular economies. She will facilitate conversation on emerging climate trends, the challenges today, and how we can each find our climate-forward niche. Her keynote will energize us to lead with resilience and purpose in building a more equitable, sustainable future.”
The 17th annual Sustain Dane Summit will also feature the Sustain Dane Live Forward Awards, acknowledging change-makers and inclusive leaders who are locally promoting thriving sustainability, community healing, and resiliency. The nominee’s work impacts one or more areas of holistic sustainability: a healthy environment, equity & social well-being, and a just economy. To make a nomination, click here. The nomination deadline is Sunday, Aug. 17.
