Celebrating Sustainability and Sustainable Business in Southwest Michigan
Great Green Gala 2025
Signature Event of the Southwest Michigan Sustainability Community
The Great Green Gala will be hosted at The Livery this spring to celebrate sustainability and sustainable business in Michigan’s Great Southwest.
An opportunity to spotlight local organizations and professionals that are driving positive outcomes for their environment, community and economy, this year’s event will include dinner, networking and a bar with local beer and wine.
Tickets are $60 per person.


Celebrating Sustainability and Sustainable Business
This year’s event will recognize local businesses and institutions with the Sustainable Business of the Year Awards, honoring achievements in clean energy and climate leadership, circular economy and materials management, social equity and community leadership, and water protection.
Honorees will be announced in April.
Details
Wednesday April 30, 6 pm to 9 pm
The Livery
190 5th St, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Agenda
6:00 pm Drinks and Networking
7:00 pm Welcome and Dinner
7:50 pm Program
8:45 pm Adjourn

2025 Sustainable Business of the Year

United Container Company
St. Joseph

City of South Bend
Department of Sustainability
2025 Sustainability Leadership Awards

Ben Baker
Project Manager, DLZ

Joey Andrews
Michigan State Representative,
38th District

Kalli Marshall
Recycling & Material Management Coordinator, Van Buren Conservation District
Sponsors



Looking to get involved?
Whether you’re a student, professional, corporation, or just hoping to participate in a working group, we have an option for you!