Venue sustainability in 2025 goes deeper than filtered water jugs, recyclable paper straws, and Green Key certification (although every little helps). We’re all being asked to step up our sustainability game. But here’s a question you might not have asked yourself yet: Are your sales training partners as committed to sustainability as you are?
Because if not, it’s time to rethink who’s on your team.
Hold Your Sales Training Providers to Your Own Venue Sustainability Standards
You might claim sustainability is baked into everything you do. But does this include how your sales training partners stand up to scrutiny? If not, why not?
The thing is, sustainable training matters just as much as sustainable venues.
So, how can your provider do their bit to tread lightly while training boldly?
Stipulate (Nearly) Paperless
Gone are the days of handing out printed materials at training workshops. In contrast, an eco-conscious sales training partner like Selling Savvy sends everything digitally after the session.
In addition, they’ll encourage your team members to bring their own notebooks if they want to jot things down. Superfluous pens and paper are out of style!
So, delve a little deeper during the procurement process into elements aligning with your own venue sustainability strategy, such as:
- Digital downloads replacing printed handouts
- Live collaboration using screens not printouts
- Use of whiteboards instead of flipcharts
- Virtual brochures, business cards, and QR code access
Reduce Travel (and Emissions)
It’s not unusual for training teams to be spread across the country. But, do they prioritise public transport whenever possible for in-person sales training? And how about grouping multiple sessions together in a single day to minimise carbon footprints?
Alternatively, can they deliver training virtually without losing impact?
Look out for:
- Public transport used for face-to-face meetings and training sessions
- Grouped training days to reduce multiple journeys
- Virtual workshops for flexibility and lower impact
Peer Behind the Curtain
Make it your business to understand if and how your sales training partners are walking the talk, even when no one’s watching.
This might mean asking for information about the following factors:
- Working from home – No unnecessary commuting. No energy-guzzling HQ.
- Supporting good mental health – When your trainer’s a qualified Mental Health First Aider or they’ve taken a mental health awareness course, they’re equipped to identify any struggling clients.
Giving back – Do they support any charitable causes? If so, who and how? For example, in 2025 Selling Savvy are supporting UK Harvest’s mission to eliminate food waste.
Why Sustainable Hospitality Training Matters More Than Ever
The 2025 Cvent Planner Sourcing Report: Europe Edition by events and hospitality technology titans Cvent found nearly 1 in 4 (23%) event planners are concerned about maintaining sustainability commitments in 2025.
And they’re not the only ones. Almost half (47%) of hospitality professionals agree venue sustainability will shape future planning.
As a result, you’re likely under increasing pressure to show clients, stakeholders, and teams you’re prioritising greener choices. This means not just the venue and menus, but also the people delivering your training.
And if your training partners don’t reflect the same care and commitment? Well, it’s a poor show, don’t you think?
Keep Sustainability Front and Centre
At Selling Savvy, we deliver hospitality sales training to inspire, energise, and align with your values. This includes sustainable delivery of powerful sales sessions, mentoring, and collaborative team coaching.
Want to chat about smarter sales training for your hotel, venue or head office team? Get in touch with us to ignite your sales while supporting your venue sustainability goals.
