Avendra International has an extensive history of demonstrating our commitment to sustainability and partnering with clients to help meet their sustainability goals through our tailored procurement services and supplier portfolio. This is important for the planet we all share and because 66% of Americans say sustainability is important to them when they travel. Fifty-seven percent say they are more likely to stay in a hotel if it has a sustainability certification, such as Green Key Global, according to a November poll from AHLA. 

Green Key Global is dedicated to advancing sustainability in the hospitality industry. As the official sustainability certification partner of the American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA) and the Hotel Association of Canada (HAC), their goal is to connect eco-conscious hotels with vendors who offer sustainable products and services that support their clients in their sustainability journey. 

In its 30 years of practice, Green Key Global has become an industry standard throughout North America. Green Key Global certifies hotels based on their sustainability efforts, with a “5-key” rating being the highest. More than 75 Green Key Global network properties have earned a 5-key rating, indicating they have the most robust sustainability solutions. 

This extensive and growing network offers potential exposure and opportunities for vendors participating with Green Key Global. One of the best benefits is easy access to the brand and management groups throughout their network.  

Vendors have various participation levels within Green Key Global and enjoy the support and recognition of being identified in Green Key Global’s vendor directory hotels can access to source vendors and suppliers that will help them work toward their sustainability goals. 

Green Key Global provides additional marketing support via a Vendor Toolkit with promotional elements and assets. Members of certain tiers get further support from Green Key Global, which includes marketing activities like webinars, emails, case studies, conferences, trade shows, and testimonials to put you directly in front of decision-makers. The final benefit for top-tier members of Green Key Global includes direct referrals and warm leads. 

Becoming a Green Key Global member is simple, and benefits begin quickly. Green Key Global is nimble and flexible in working with its vendor and supplier partners, offering creative marketing solutions to ensure they have maximum exposure to properties looking for sustainable options. 

Green Key is offering a promotion to Sign up for the Green Key Global Vendor Program before December 31, 2024, and receive a $500 incentive on your registration.