Circular Charlotte is a new, regenerative economic model designed to produce zero waste. The City of Charlotte partnered with Envision Charlotte to implement this new regenerative economic model back in 2017/18. We will have a panel discussion on where the City is on this journey and what their plans are for the future to make it happen. After the panel discussion, Amy Aussieker will lead a tour of the Innovation Barn facility, which is “ground zero for Circular Charlotte”.

MODERATOR: Bruce A. Barteldt, Jr., AIA, ELED BD+C- Chief Innovation Officer | Little
An experienced design thinker and senior leader for over 30 years, Bruce's role as Partner and Chief Innovation Officer is aimed at maximizing the impact of Little's diverse, multi-disciplined resources applied to clients' deepest challenges. He blends strategic management with creative influence and is a recognized thought leader known for championing design ideas that lead toward a regenerative future. 

MEET THE PANELISTS

Amy Aussieker - Executive Director | Envision Charlotte
As Executive Director for Envision Charlotte, Amy Aussieker is responsible for developing strategic plans for community outreach, fundraising, vendor and partner relationships. Since she joined the team in July 2013, Amy has used her two decades of expertise in strategic planning, relationship management, marketing and creative problem solving to help Envision Charlotte become a global model of urban sustainability.  Before joining Envision Charlotte, Amy served as a strategic consultant for businesses and Chambers of Commerce in marketing, fundraising, social media and public relations. She spent several years as Group Vice President for Sales and Marketing for the Charlotte Chamber of Commerce, and she also served as a business development and community affairs executive with Balfour Beatty Construction.

Sam Fleming - Executive Director | 100 Gardens
Sam Fleming is the co-founder and Executive Director of 100 Gardens. Over the past 10 years, Sam and the 100 Gardens team have installed aquaponic gardens across the United States and in Haiti, and currently have aquaponics programs in 19 schools and two correctional centers. In 2017, Sam presented the 100 Gardens vision at TEDxCharlotte. Sam also serves as the STEM advisor for the Aquaponics Association and plays lead guitar for a regional touring heavy metal band, TYGER. 

Kris Steele- Co-Owner | Crown Town Compost & Crown Town Landscapes
Kris Steele is the co-owner of Crown Town Compost and Crown Town Landscapes.  He is an Ohio native, who has like many others, settled and made Charlotte home.  Day-to-day you can find him leading the LendScout team at American Security Mortgage.  Outside of work he’s into activity based fun and spending time with his three kids and life partner. 

If you have any questions, please contact the Programs Director at [email protected].

Cancellation/Refund Policy
Cancellations made 72-hours prior to the event will receive a refund. Due to our commitment with the meeting facility for food and beverage quantities, all other cancellations or no-shows will be invoiced for the full cost of the event.