Welcome Remarks with Reception to Follow
Enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres and refreshments.

Suggested Attire: Business casual

Step into the future of sports and sustainability at our tour of Nissan Stadium — exclusive experiences that bring you behind the scenes of environmental innovation at one of the NFL’s most forward-thinking venues.

Explore the heart of change as we guide you through cutting-edge features of the new enclosed Nissan Stadium, slated to open in 2027 alongside the Cumberland River in Nashville. This $2.1 billion, 60,000-seat marvel will be Nashville’s first state-of-the-art, year-round indoor venue — hosting Titans games, TSU football, concerts, tournaments, and major global events — and it’s on track for completion by February 2027

Get ready for an energizing, hands-on activity designed to spark creativity, collaboration, and a little friendly competition. This unique challenge will test your communication skills, strategic thinking, and ability to work under pressure—all while contributing to something bigger than yourself. You won’t know what’s coming until the pieces fall into place (literally). In the end, your efforts will culminate in a meaningful food donation to Thistle Farms in Nashville, supporting women survivors of trafficking, addiction, and poverty—and proving that when we work together, small actions can create lasting change.

• Thistle Farms a Nashville-based nonprofit, began in 1997 as a recovery home for women survivors of trafficking, prostitution, and addiction. Founded by Becca Stevens, it offers safe housing, healing, and meaningful employment to women in need. Thistle Farms also operates a social enterprise, selling handcrafted products made by women in their community and global partners.

Grab a plate, lace up those boots, and get ready for a night of good eats and great moves! Enjoy a hearty Southern buffet followed by line dancing lessons that’ll have you two-stepping in no time. Not a dancer? No problem, come for the food, stay for the fun!

Sip on local brews and craft cocktails, soak in the skyline views, and let loose with some unforgettable karaoke. Whether you're here to mingle, belt out a classic, or just enjoy the vibes—this is the night to let your hair down in Nashville!

Gain insight into the future of the waste and recycling industry during a candid conversation with NWRA President & CEO Michael E. Hoffman.

This interactive session introduces mandala art as a structured yet creative method for enhancing professional effectiveness. Participants will explore how visual frameworks can support clarity, focus, and emotional regulation in high-performing environments. Often used in executive coaching and leadership development, mandalas serve as a powerful tool for strategic thinking, stress management, goal visualization, and team alignment. No artistic experience is necessary—just a willingness to engage in a thoughtful and creative process that fosters self-awareness and intentional growth.

Meet the CEO of Recycle & Reinvest, creator of The Soil Soldiers Program, empowering justice-impacted youth through green jobs and education.

We’re still finalizing our special guest but trust us, it’ll be worth the wait! More details coming soon.

Join us for a celebratory evening of great food, connection, and fun. Don’t miss this chance to unwind and toast to the inspiring women leading the waste and recycling industry. It’s the perfect way to wrap up our time together in Nashville.