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Please join us on June 7th,2017 at our Dartmouth, Nova Scotia Showroom to welcome Lisa MacVicar from Steelcase while she presents two presentations that will provide you with insights on emerging trends, issues in the workplace, and how organizations can address them.
 
We look forward to seeing you!

Lisa MacVicar

Workplace Consultant, Steelcase

Lisa works closely with the Architectural & Design Community, supporting their efforts to create inspiring and optimized work environments. Her primary responsibility is to share workplace research, tools and resources so they may be applied to the client’s unique workplace needs.

Experience

Lisa is an interior designer and has been in the office furniture & design industries since 1987. Her experience includes Facilities & Project Management, Product Management and Marketing communications. Lisa is an IWBI WELL faculty member, WELL AP and an advocate for Well-Being in all aspects of life.

 

Presentation 1:
Biophilia, Wellness and the Visual Environment
June 7th, 2017  11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Lunch Provided- 12:00 pm- 1:00 pm

Please RSVP BELOW by June 2nd, 2017.

Upon arrival please register at the front desk 30 minutes prior to presentation start time.


This presentation will provide:
  • An understanding of the concept of Biophilia.
  • How Biophilic design principles can be employed in an interior.
  • Visual and material elements that give occupants a connection to nature.
  • How Biophilia and “positive distraction” can reinforce beneficial effects for wellness.
  • Current Building standards that give credits for employing Biophilic principles
    Presentation 2:
    Engagement in the Workplace
    Lunch Provided 12:00pm- 1:00pm
    June 7th, 2017 1:00pm-2:00pm

    Please RSVP BELOW by June 2nd, 2017.

    Upon arrival please register at the front desk 30 minutes prior to presentation start time.


    This presentation will provide:
  • An exploration in the relationship between employee engagement and the work environment.
    Identify & discuss one of the most serious issues facing leading organizations today: Only 13 percent of workers are highly engaged.
  • A snapshot of the state of the office around the world.
  • Specific actions organizations & companies can take to create a workplace that helps boost employee engagement.

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Details

Date:
June 7, 2017
Cost:
FREE

Venue

Showroom
30 Troop Ave.
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia B3B 1Z1 Canada
Phone:
9024683200