What Better Backdrop for SB'09 Than the Beautiful Northern California Coast

Learn and network at Sustainable Brands '09 while being inspired by a one-of-kind setting. SB'09 is once again headquartered in beautiful Monterey, CA, however this year, we move downtowh to the Marriott Monterey and the Monterey Convention Center.

Monterey's world-famous historic district, Cannery Row, is now just steps away, as is Fisherman's Wharf, the renowned Monterey Aquarium and dozens of restaurants to enjoy with your peers.

What we love about Monterey

Tide Pooling

Hop from dry spot to dry spot along the sea coast at low tide, and checking out what kind of marine life has been stranded in the pools of water formed by depressions in the rocky coast. Very popular with the kids, and adults who enjoy the simple pleasures.

Winery Tours

The fertile soil in Monterey County supports more than 20 different varieties of grapes and a burgeoning organic wine making industry. This unique and diverse habitat is particularly susceptible to global warming, and is rapidly becoming a front line issue in regional environmental debates. We invite you to join the debate over a glass of local chardonnay or merlot.

Fishermans Wharf

Fishing has long been one of the economic mainstays of the Monterey Bay region, leading locals to take an increasing interest in the sustainability of its precious natural resources. More than one "Eco-Bay Tour" boat now sails from nearby, providing locals and visitors alike the opportunity to watch dolphins, seals, and other coastal sea life, while learning about the fragile eco-system underpinning this industry and others like it that depend on the ongoing availability of our natural resources.