Events
Trellis GreenBiz 26
Date
February 17, 2026 - February 19, 2026
Location
JW Marriott Desert Ridge
5350 E Marriott Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85054
United States
Trellis GreenBiz 26 is the premier event for professionals working to accelerate innovative solutions to our planet’s most pressing challenges., including decarbonization, circular systems, nature-based solutions, supply chains, strategic communications, change management, and more. RTI International will be exhibiting at booth 401, where our experts will share how we help organizations plan and implement science-based sustainability solutions, including:
- Energy, water, and climate systems modeling and applied analysis
- Sustainable agriculture and food systems grounded in real-world data
- Practical sustainability strategy, implementation, and cross-sector partnerships
RTI Breakout Session
Title: Can Sustainability Thrive While Farmers Struggle?
Date & Time: February 18 | 3:00PM - 4:00PM MT
Location: Grand Canyon 4-5, Marriott
Speakers:
- Michelle French, Senior Director of Global Sustainability Programs, ADM
- Ceejay Girard, Director of Innovation and Partnerships, PepsiCo
- April Hemmes, Farmer and Agricultural Leader
- Zach Pinto, Director of Carbon & Ecosystem Markets, AgSpire
- Tracy Mitchell, RTI International
- Amanda Rose, RTI International
Food and beverage companies are under pressure to deliver sustainable products while meeting consumer expectations for quality and affordability, even as farmers face rising input costs and volatile commodity prices. This session explores how companies can continue advancing sustainability commitments through innovative partnerships and financing approaches that share risks and rewards across the supply chain, highlighting real-world farmer engagement models that support sustainable practices while strengthening farm economics.
RTI Roundtable
Title: How Do Water Stewardship Collaborations Create Measurable Shared Value?
Date & Time: February 18 | 12:15PM - 1:15PM MT
Location: Sunset Lawn, Marriott
Facilitator: Michele Eddy, RTI International
Water stewardship increasingly depends on cross-sector collaboration and credible methods for measuring shared benefits. In this interactive roundtable, participants will discuss strategies for building effective partnerships across industries, regions, and stakeholder groups, as well as approaches for quantifying environmental, social, and business value. The discussion is designed for sustainability leaders seeking practical ways to advance corporate water stewardship goals, collaborate across sectors and geographies, and demonstrate impact and return on investment.
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Are you interested in connecting with our team at or after Trellis GreenBiz 26? Contact us to schedule a meeting.
