At WM Events, sustainability is more than a value—it’s a practice woven into everything we do.
From eco-conscious event design to mindful day-to-day operations, we’re committed to minimizing our environmental impact without compromising on creativity, style, or impact. For more than two decades, our team has implemented sustainable practices across our office, warehouse, and event production, and we’re proud to be a leader in green event planning.
Sustainability at WM Events is a design and operations discipline. We start with design, prioritizing rental-first, modular builds and responsible materials so every element can be reused or repurposed. During production, we plan for diversion from day one: on-site sorting, donation workflows, and vendor standards keep waste low while maintaining creative flexibility. Behind the scenes, our operations reduce everyday impact through energy-smart facilities, responsible purchasing, and hybrid schedules. The result is beautiful experiences that measure up, from the first sketch to the final load-out.
Chris Nelson, Event Operations & Sustainability Manager
Chris sets annual targets, tracks KPIs, and coordinates implementation across design, production, and operations. He partners with clients and venues to embed low-waste, high-impact practices and reports progress quarterly.
Through our partnership with CompostNow, a B Corp-certified organics recycling provider, we compost food scraps, florals, and more.
So far in 2025, we’ve:
Diverted Waste
Composte Created
Methane Avoided
CO2 Avoided
Saved
We prioritize creative reuse and efficient recycling every day:
We don’t let our stunning printed backdrops and signage go to waste. When they’re no longer needed, we donate them to organizations that transform them into stylish recycled bags—an ideal giveaway for clients and partners. We also purchase pre-owned office furniture and design materials, supporting a circular economy whenever possible.
When we renovated our new headquarters, we built sustainability into the design:
With a full floral department onsite, we preserve and repurpose plant materials efficiently. Our grow room houses orchids, succulents, trees, and large plants, extending their life cycle. We also:
Our near-term focus is Standards, Partnerships, Certifications, and Reporting. We are formalizing venue and vendor sustainability standards so every scope begins with diversion, reuse, and responsible sourcing requirements. We’re expanding our donation and upcycling network to give scenic, signage, and florals a second life across more markets.
Our team is pursuing targeted education and certifications to deepen expertise and align with best practices. We will publish an Annual Impact Report each Q1, sharing year-over-year KPIs and next-year targets so clients can see progress and plans in one place—keeping us accountable as we scale sustainable design and production.
Let’s design an unforgettable experience—and measure the difference.
