Faculty of Business and Economics to host 2nd annual dinner

Join the Faculty of Business and Economics at 蹤獲扞⑹ for the 2nd annual Faculty of Business and Economics Dinner on Friday, March 14, 2025. Featuring keynote speaker David Luba, Co-Founder of tentree and veritree.

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Co-Founder of tentree and veritree, David Luba, will share his journey and insights as the keynote speaker at the 2nd annual Faculty of Business and Economics Dinner at 蹤獲扞⑹.

The Faculty of Business and Economics at the University of Northern British Columbia will host the 2nd annual Faculty of Business and Economics Dinner on Friday, March 14, 2025. David Luba, Head of Partnerships and Co-Founder of tentree and veritree, will deliver the keynote address titled Winning with Climate Solutions: From Planting Trees to Planting Trust.

Lubas journey as a co-founder of and highlights the potential of innovative business practices to drive meaningful climate action. tentree has planted more than 105 million trees globally, setting a new standard in corporate responsibility. veritree continues this mission by helping businesses integrate verified climate solutions into their models, fostering trust and transparency.

蹤獲扞⑹s leadership in sustainability and its focus on cultivating climate-conscious solutions resonate deeply with my work, said Luba. Im looking forward to sharing insights on building restorative business models and engaging with a university that prioritizes environmental stewardship and innovation.

The Faculty of Business and Economics Dinner began in 2024 to connect students and faculty with community leaders to build a sustainable future. The inaugural event cast the vision for an annual gathering that would bring the community together while fostering meaningful connections with students and faculty.

This annual dinner is an opportunity to bring together students, alumni, faculty and community leaders to engage in conversations about the future of business and its role in society, said Dr. Ronald Camp II, Dean of the Faculty of Business and Economics. David Lubas story of combining entrepreneurship with environmental stewardship exemplifies the kind of leadership we strive to inspire.

The evening will feature live jazz music, networking opportunities, a plated dinner and Lubas keynote address.

Tickets for the event can be purchased at unbc.ca/fbedinner.