Tyler Bonner - From Ecotourism in the Bahamas to AmeriCorps in Appalachia

How did a degree in ecotourism adventure travel lead Tyler to a career in zero-waste event production?Tyler Bonner, founder and CEO of Zero Waste Event Productions, shares his unconventional path to a career in sustainability. From exploring the woods of Athens, Ohio, to scuba diving in the Bahamas, Tyler's passion for the environment has taken him on a series of adventures. He describes his studies in ecotourism and conservation social sciences, highlighting the importance of hands-on learning and community engagement. Tyler also shares his experience with AmeriCorps, working with Rural Action to address environmental challenges in Southeast Ohio, including illegal dumping and a lack of waste management resources.Episode in a glance- Growing Up in Athens and Discovering Ecotourism- Adventures in the Bahamas and the Pacific Northwest- From Ecotourism to Conservation Social Sciences- A Cross-Country Journey and a Return to Roots- AmeriCorps and Rural Action: Tackling Environmental Challenges- Community Engagement and Waste Management Solutions- Addressing Poverty and Education in the Zero Waste Movement- The Birth of Zero Waste Event Productions- Getting Involved in Sustainability through AmeriCorpsAbout Tyler BonnerTyler Bonner is the founder and CEO of Zero Waste Event Productions, a company dedicated to promoting sustainability at outdoor events. His passion for the environment, cultivated through a degree in ecotourism adventure travel and his work with AmeriCorps, has led him to develop innovative solutions for waste management and community engagement.Connect with Tyler Bonner & his workRural Action Website → http://ruralaction.orgZero Waste Event Productions → https://zerowastefest.comInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/zerowaste_epFacebook → https://www.facebook.com/zerowasteeventproductionsSend us a message!