Eco Meet CLE – The Blue Economy
Schedule
Tue Nov 18 2025 at 05:00 pm to 07:30 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Great Lakes Brewing Company Tasting Room | Cleveland, OH
About this Event
Eco Meet CLE –The Blue Economy
Explore how water shapes our region with Emily Bacha, Program Director of the Cuyahoga County Fresh Water Institute, and other local leaders who are building on decades of work that have helped reclaim our river and lake. Water technology, entrepreneurship, destination development, recreation, and maritime trade are all blossoming under our culture of freshwater stewardship. Join us as our speakers highlight these advancements and the opportunities in developing our blue economy. Tickets are $15. Sponsorship available. Please register by November 11th.
Program
5:00- 5:45 p.m. Networking, light appetizers, cash bar
5:45 - 7:00 p.m. Speakers and Q&A
- Emily Bacha, Program Director, Cuyahoga County Fresh Water Institute
- Lightning round featuring special guests adressing how water technology, destination development and maritime trade benefit Cleveland's blue economy.
- 7 - 7:30 p.m. More networking and last call
Organizers
Victoria Avi, Diane Bickett (Eco Speaks CLE), Lexie St. Denis, Danielle Doza, Greg Rotuno (Eco Speaks CLE), Natalie Ryan, and Carol Thaler
About Eco Meet CLE
Eco Meet CLE events are gatherings of like-minded individuals to foster connections and spark meaningful conversations. Anyone working in or interested in sustainability and the environment is invited to attend. Our events are held several times a year, typically in the Tasting Room of Great Lakes Brewing Company. Join us for craft beer, networking, and speakers as we celebrate past and present work, and connect around the work we need to do now for our future.
Sponsorship
If you would like to sponsor this event, the sponsorship fee is $100, which includes two tickets. Sponsors are acknowledged on Eventbrite, our event signage, and during the program.
Parking
There is a private lot adjacent to the brewpub on W. 26th as well as a number of metered and non-metered street parking spots available nearby, and the parking lot behind the West Side Market.
Accessibility
Due to the venue’s historic construction, there is no elevator access to the Tasting Room; chairlift access only is available.
Main Event Sponsor
Supporting Sponsor
Where is it happening?
Great Lakes Brewing Company Tasting Room, 2701 Carroll Avenue, Cleveland, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 15.00 to USD 108.55



















