Industry leaders, eco-celebrities unite; Whale Wars' Captain Paul Watson makes first US appearance since world-renown expedition

Go Green Expo - the nation's premiere green business and sustainable lifestyle show - returns to the Los Angeles Convention Center April 15th-17th with more than 200 eco-friendly booths showcasing the latest and greatest in green products and services. L.A. residents and visitors will have the opportunity to see and explore the newest environmentally responsible goods and services as well as learn from eco-savvy celebrity speakers, best-selling authors and industry leaders about how to green all aspects of their lives. Go Green Expo has partnered with KTLA 5 News and CBS radio to bring this event to L.A.

The three-day event kicks off on Friday, April 15, with a business-to-business/VIP day giving buyers, government officials and green decision-makers exclusive access to all the Expo offers for a complimentary admission with a business I.D. Saturday and Sunday, April 16th and 17th, the Expo welcomes all consumers, families and business professionals and features speakers, panel discussions and interactive activities.

A number of eco-friendly celebrity speakers will be on hand to share their green expertise and lifestyle tips with Expo guests. Captain Paul Watson, founder and president of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society and perhaps best known for his role on Animal Planet's Whale Wars, will be passionately addressing the Expo audience about his inspiring life and journey on the high-seas.

• Mariel Hemingway - Actress and author of "Mariel Hemingway's Healthy Living from the Inside Out"
  
• Ed Begley Jr. - Actor, author and co-star of the Planet Green series "Living with Ed"
  
• Eric Cory Freed - Author, educator and organic architect and builder

Along with the opportunity to browse the 200+ exhibitor booths showcasing the latest in green-lifestyle goods and services - including energy conservation, sustainable technology solutions, green building and home improvement, eco-fashion and beauty, pet-care, green living and more - guests can enjoy fun, interactive activities including:

• Eco-Film Festival featuring dozens of captivating films
  
• Eco-Pet Expo with speakers and organic and natural pet products
  
• Kid's Pavilion with free yoga, rock-climbing wall, eco-artwork and more
  
• Display of the latest in hybrid and electric vehicles
  
• Eco-Wine, Food & Spirits Tasting Pavilion

"We are thrilled by the prestige of the exhibitors and speakers participating in this year's event," says Bradford Rand, President/CEO of Go Green Expo LLC. "With the revolutionary new products, services and attractions being introduced at this year's show, we are expecting to far surpass last year's impressive turnout."

Go Green Expo tickets can be purchased online at www.gogreenexpo.com or at the show. All tickets provide access to the entire exhibitor floor, all panel and speaker discussions and film presentations.

TICKETS:
Adults - $15 for a full weekend pass
Senior citizens (65+) - $10
Students - $10 with a valid student ID
Children under 12 - Free
Active Military Personnel - Free with ID

LOCATION:
Los Angeles Convention Center
1201 S. Figueroa Street
Los Angeles, CA 90015
www.lacclink.com

Go Green Expo

Go Green Expo

On the heels of an incredibly successful Earth Week 2008 premiere in New York City, GO GREEN EXPO, the nation's premiere eco-focused, interactive green-living showcase today announces the launch of a four city expansion and an all new presenting sponsor - Perf Go Green. Beginning in Los Angeles on January 23, 2009, GO GREEN EXPO, presented by Perf Go Green, will kick-off a multi-city tour featuring a business-to-business green showcase followed by two unparalleled consumer event days, which will be open to the public. Following the Los Angeles event, GO GREEN EXPO will move on to Philadelphia, New York City and Atlanta in 2009. Each three day, information packed expo will feature the latest in energy-efficient and environmentally-friendly products and services, interactive seminars and speeches on the growing green revolution, as well as an eco-film festival, and fashion show. Bringing together people of all shades of green, GO GREEN EXPO was created as a forum for increasing awareness of energy and environmental challenges, showcasing green products and services and educating the public and corporate world on the many innovative ways to go and be green. From the savviest environmentalist to the newly green, Expo attendees will have the opportunity to explore a variety of special interest areas including: Business / Electronics, Energy / Conservation/ Recycling, Food / Beverage, Health / Beauty / Fashion, Home / Building, Kid Zone, MarketPlace, Non Profits. Please visit www.gogreenexpo.com for more information.

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