LOHAS Website - 'The Premier Resource' for Information and Networking in Today's...

LOHAS Website - 'The Premier Resource' for Information and Networking in
Today's Green World

BROOMFIELD, Colo., March 12 /PRNewswire/ -- For more than a decade, the
LOHAS Forum has served as the global gathering of the premier businesses,
thought leaders, market researchers, media executives and opinion makers
seeking to participate in the $209 billion LOHAS market. The focus on
eco-friendly and sustainable business practices is becoming more the norm,
which makes the need for communication and networking resources more vital
than ever. As the leader in keeping the green world connected with the
conscious consumer market, LOHAS continues to remain ahead of demand. The
recent overhaul of the LOHAS website, www.lohas.com, and the programs,
speakers and attendees expected at this year's LOHAS 12 Forum will combine to
provide the information and connectivity necessary to succeed in the continual
greening and sustainability of today's business and consumer landscape.
LOHAS.com Gets Greener
The centerpiece of the LOHAS community, www.lohas.com has been restyled
and reorganized to more effectively serve the needs of LOHAS-minded businesses
and individuals. The LOHAS website is the premier destination for information
gathering and networking in the green world. A tremendous resource for those
doing research on LOHAS trends, practices, businesses and products, LOHAS.com
is divided into five distinct areas:
-- "LOHAS Resources" - Located on the left column of the home page, this
area offers links to:
* Calendar of Events, both LOHAS-related and individual business
events
* Research, provides the latest LOHAS market information, as well as
links to specific groups who specialize in LOHAS market research
and development
* Job Links, employment opportunities for LOHAS individuals
* Product Reviews, the latest and greatest products endorsed by
LOHAS

-- "LOHAS Forum" - This area provides information on the upcoming LOHAS
12 Forum, including registration, speaking opportunities, sponsorship
and press releases. Here, you can also find a list of topics and areas
of interest that will be addressed at the upcoming Forum.
-- "LOHAS Journal" - The LOHAS Journal is a groundbreaking business
magazine, and the first and only comprehensive guide to all things
LOHAS and is the authoritative resource for research, trends and
opportunities.
-- "LOHAS News" - Updated on a weekly basis, this section features the
latest business, lifestyle and industry news, as well as a highly
informative and entertaining Blog, written by LOHAS director, Ted
Ning. Over 10,000 articles are archived for those researching the
LOHAS marketplace and trends in sustainability.
-- "Business Directory" - Offering information and links to over 17,000
LOHAS-focused businesses, this area is a essentially the LOHAS Yellow
Pages.

"LOHAS.com is the thread that connects the ever-growing eco-conscious
community," says Ted Ning, LOHAS director. "It brings all the pieces together
in a platform where both businesses and individuals can gain a greater
understanding of how they can work, relate, prosper and contribute to a
healthier, more sustainable planet."
LOHAS 12 Forum Returns To Its Roots
The $209 billion LOHAS marketplace will be put under the microscope once
again at the LOHAS 12 Forum. This year's LOHAS 12 Forum will take place from
June 18-21 at the St. Julien Hotel & Spa in Boulder, CO. The birthplace of the
LOHAS movement, Boulder is known for its beauty and environmental orientation.
It is home to several LOHAS pioneering natural and organic companies, such as
Gaiam, Pharmaca, Celestial Seasonings, White Wave, Pangea Organics, and Sounds
True.
The LOHAS 12 Forum is the leadership gathering center of the healthy
living and sustainable universe. Business owners and industry leaders from
around the world meet to discuss industry trends, share ideas and learn how to
run a successful LOHAS business, as well as interact and learn from businesses
steeped in LOHAS practices. It is the only event that brings leaders from all
of the different LOHAS segments together for high-end strategic dialogues.
About LOHAS Forum
Since its inception in 1996, LOHAS has been the catalyst for the adoption
of sustainable living and environment-friendly practices within the North
American and global business community. The LOHAS 12 Forum features highly
influential speakers and panelists who address and explore some of today's
most prominent issues and business challenges, in the world of health and
wellness. Featured speakers for this year's Forum include;
Rand Waddoups, Sr. Director of Sustainability, Wal-Mart
Michael Besancon, SW Regional President, Whole Foods Market
Raphael Bemporad, CEO and Founder, BBMG
Eli Halliwell, CEO, Jurlique
Bryan Welch, CEO, Ogden Publications
Steve French, Managing Partner, The Natural Marketing Institute
Chip Conley, CEO and Founder of Joie de Vivre Hospitality
Clodaugh, CEO and Founder of Clodaugh Design
Simran Sethi, Eco-host, Sundance Channel
Wayne Zink, CEO Endangered Species Chocolate
Rodney Yee, Yoga Instructor
Woody Tasch, Director, Investor's Circle

Other events include musical performances, culinary experiences,
demonstrations and networking receptions. For more information about LOHAS 12
visit www.lohas.com.
SOURCE LOHAS

Rob Bailey, +1-201-760-0200, rbailey@rbcpr.com, for LOHAS