How VM Summit 16 Speaker Alicia Koch of Groupon "Scouts Out" CSR Innovation

On October 25, 2016, CSR and nonprofit professionals will come together in Chicago at VM Summit 16 to talk corporate volunteerism. In this series of Q&A blog posts, we’ll introduce you to the numerous experts who will make an appearance as Summit speakers. Get your VM Summit 16 ticket.

Name: Alicia Koch
Title: Program Manager, Employee & Community Engagement
Company: Groupon

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Last month, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) made an amendment to their Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) final ruling. The EPCRA was established in 1986 with the purpose of helping communities plan for and prevent chemical emergencies.

Innovative Ideas to Solve Complex Social and Environmental Problems

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