WBBA's Life Science Innovation Northwest conference will be held March 16-17, 2010 at the Bell Harbor International Convention Center in Seattle. WBBA is seeking applications from companies interested in presenting.

Visit WBBA for event information

Labels: Events, Life_Sciences, Partner_News_and_More, WBBA

Washington Small Business Development Centers and Washington Technology Center present this must-see seminar, based on Foresight Science & Technology's instruction to SBIR awardees of the agencies Foresight supports as an SBIR Commercialization Support Contractor.

The seminar provides an overview of the process of commercialization including how to

* Determine entry markets
* Find customers
* Develop a commercialization strategy
* Find commercialization partners and funding
* Value your technology
* Determine royalty rates
* Develop a term sheet
* Conduct negotiations

The presentation includes many real-world examples and attendees are encouraged to ask questions.

Speaker:

Phyl Speser, J.D., Ph.D., author of the best selling text book, "The Art & Science
of Technology Transfer"

Location:

WSU West
Pike Tower Building
520 Pike Street, Suite 1101
Seattle, WA
Parking available: Pike Tower Bldg., Convention Center; Washington Athletic Club.

Registration:

$20
Space limited to 35 registrants.
Deadline Oct. 9, 2009.

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Foresight Science & Technology commercializes between 500-800 new technologies each year. Among our customers, we serve as a Commercialization Support Contractor for the US DOE, EPA, NSF, NIST, USDA, DOD, and NIH Small Business Innovation Research Programs as well as state programs in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Indiana, etc. The company also supports individual small and large business, universities and technical institutes, government laboratories, and foundations such as the Wallace Coulter Foundation and the Kauffman Foundation. For more information on services and customers see http://www.ForesightST.com.

Dr. Phyl Speser has been called one of the founders of the modern practice of technology transfer by Ashley Stevens, President of the Association of University Technology Managers and Executive Director of the technology transfer office at Boston University; He has supported successful commercialization of technologies in fields from optics to software and pharmaceuticals to wind power. His is also the author of many publications on technology transfer, commercialization, and science policy - including the best selling textbook The Art and Science of Technology Transfer (John Wiley and Sons, 2006) and a frequent presenter at professional meetings. Dr. Speser is a member of the Bar Association of the District of Columbia, the Association of University Technology Managers (where he is on the Public Policy Committee) and the Licensing Executives Society (where he is Chair, Strategic Alliance Committee). He served two terms on the Board of the Technology Transfer Society, is a recipient of their Certificate of Appreciation (1991). He also was Chairman of its Task Force on National Technology Transfer Policy (1989-1991), and received Best Paper, Annual Meeting (1987). He was a gubernatorial appointment to the Board of the Washington Technology Center from 1994 to 1997. Dr. Speser has taught intellectual property at the State University of New York at Buffalo Law School, anthropology at The American University, Washington, DC, and political science at the Universitat Mannheim, Germany and the State University of New York at Buffalo. Prior to founding Foresight, he was Special Assistant for Science Policy at the Federation of American Scientists. He was the lead lobbyist for the Small Business Innovation Development Act, developer of the STTR concept with Roland Tibbetts, and a lobbyist for the Technology Transfer Act of 1989, among other legislation. During the 1980's, he also was the point person for the science community on the Federal budget as Executive Director of the National Coalition for Science & Technology. Dr. Speser holds a Ph.D. and a J.D. from the State University of New York at Buffalo.

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Labels: Events, Funding, Partner_News_and_More, SBIR, Seattle, WTC_News

September 21-23, Lloyd Center Doubletree Hotel, Portland, Oregon www.micronbc.org

SEATTLE - August 11, 2009 - The 2009 Micro Nano Breakthrough Conference, co-hosted by the Washington Technology Center and Oregon Nanoscience and Microtechnologies Institute and presented by Hewlett-Packard Co. and the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, announces the panelists for its closing plenary panel and reception.

MNBC 2009 will be addressing head-on the challenging environment for early stage funding with an outstanding panel of tech transfer and early stage investment experts, addressing such topics as:

If recessions are when great opportunities are born, how exactly does one take advantage of that?
Is the VC model as we know it dead?
If so, what will replace it?
What first steps must the technology entrepreneur get right?

The panelists are:
Dr. Fiona Wills, Director of Technology Licensing, UW TechTransfer, University of Washington
Cheryl Cejka, Director of Technology Commercialization, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
Jim Torina, President and CEO of The University Funds, LLC.
Rick LeFaivre, Ph.D, Partner, OVP Venture Partners
Michael Hochberg, Ph.D, EE professor (and entrepreneur), University of Washington
Lewis Lee, co-founder of Lee & Hayes PLLC
Chris Hurley, co-founder and Principal at Beacon Law Advisors

Panel Moderator: Pat Murphy, COO, The University Funds, LLC

And for the first time, MNBC will accept conference participants' questions for the panelists in advance. Questions may be submitted (attributed or anonymous) at:

https://surveys.bus.oregonstate.edu/BsgSurvey2_0/main.aspx?SurveyID=3210

More about MNBC 2009

The MNBC, now in its 6th year, is widely regarded as the best regional "small tech" event in the nation, and expects to attract over 300 professionals from the Pacific Northwest and around the world.

The peer-reviewed conference presentation program, posted at http://oregonstate.edu/conferences/MNBC/MNBC09_Program.pdf features:

* Technical Sessions
* Advanced Nanomaterials for Energy Storage
* Sensor Systems
* Microtechnology for Energy Applications
* Nanotechnologies for Proteomics
* Electron and Ion Beam Nanofabrication
* Bioconjugation at the Nanoscale
* Microfabrication and MEMS Devices
* Nanotechnology for Disease Detection and Drug Delivery
* Photonics
* High Performance, Greener Nanomaterials and Applications

...a full-day symposium on Solar Energy Materials Industry growth, materials overview and focus on thin film materials science breakthroughs

...three half-day short courses
Nanotechnology 101: What Technology and Business Professionals Should Know
Nanotechnology Commercialization: Intellectual Property and Patent Reform
Pacific Northwest Micro and Nanoscale Engineering Workshop

...a combined research poster session and company exhibition

...and an outstanding slate of keynote speakers addressing nanotechnology for renewable energy, environmental and medical applications

The advance registration rate of $195 and deeply discounted hotel block rate of $116 are available until August 31, 2009. See www.micronbc.org.


For further information, please visit www.micronbc.org or contact the conference manager:

Skip Rung
President and Executive Director
ONAMI
skip@onami.us
541.231.4883

About Washington Technology Center
Washington Technology Center is a statewide economic development organization focused on technology and innovation. We spark ideas, form connections between people and resources, and foster job growth to position Washington state as a national technology leader. As an organization, Washington Technology Center channels state, federal, and private resources to help companies develop and commercialize new products and technologies. Our 15,000-square-foot Microfabrication Laboratory provides companies and university researchers access to facilities and specialized equipment for micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) research and product/process development. The impact of Washington Technology Center's work has generated more than $600 million in additional investment for Washington companies and researchers. For more information how Washington Technology Center can help research and development projects succeed, visit www.watechcenter.org or call 206-685-1920.

About ONAMI
ONAMI (Oregon Nanoscience and Microtechnologies Institute) is Oregon's first Signature Research Center, with $37M in state investment since 2003. ONAMI's dual mission is to rapidly grow collaborative research and commercialization of NanoScience and MicroTechnologies to foster the creation of new products, companies and jobs in the Pacific Northwest. It unites the University of Oregon (Eugene), Oregon State University (Corvallis), Oregon Health and Science University and Portland State University with the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (Richland, Wash.), the state of Oregon, private investors and leading companies in the world-leading "Silicon Forest" small-tech industry cluster. Principal activities include development a network of shared user facilities and management of a proof-of-concept stage gap grant fund that has so far enabled 14 new companies.

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Labels: Events, MEMS_and_Nanotechnology, MNBC, Nanotechnology, ONAMI, WTC_News

WTIA's Summer Celebration is the hottest event of the summer! It's just two weeks away, so register now for online pricing and beat the lines at onsite registration. The Summer Celebration is the bash that everyone in the technology industry looks forward to each summer. This year WTIA teamed up with Xconomy to bring you a musical element that you don't want to miss: Seattle's first ever Battle of the Tech Bands. What's better than enjoying Pyramid's best grub and a cold drink with friends, all while listening to some local bands? Not much ... so, don't miss this must-attend event.

Check out the bands who will be performing live on the 30th:

- Afraid of Figs (Representing MorphoTrak, Robert Half Technology).
- Between These Lines (Representing HP).
- Indigo Soul (Representing Microsoft, Adobe, Caiman Consulting).
- Juda's Wake (Representing Microsoft).
- Lions Ambition (Representing Microsoft, Boeing).

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WTIA Annual Summer Celebration

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The Washington Energy and Defense Alliance is an emerging non-profit alliance, which is intended to support a local network of individuals, firms, universities and coalitions which are actively involved in energy production, alternative energy development and national security and defense. Washington EDA seeks to recognize the intersection of national security and energy independence issues and to bring visibility to the unique solutions that exist in Washington state. The ultimate goal of the Washington EDA is to nurture and expand Washington’s science, technology and job base and further promote Washington state’s industry participation in delivering energy and defense solutions to the national market

Date(s): July 15, 2009 (Wednesday)
Time: 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: Davis Wright Tremaine LLP, 1201 Third Avenue, Suite 2200,Seattle, WA
URL: http://www.WashingtonEDA.org
Contact: William Reynolds
(877) 632-4242 x108
william.reynolds@modumetal.com

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The 2009 Micro Nano Breakthrough Conference, co-hosted by Washington Technology Center and Oregon Nanoscience and Microtechnologies Institute, and presented by Hewlett-Packard Co. and the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, today announces its preliminary program and lineup of keynote speakers.

Keynoting the 2009 conference will be:

Dr. Jud W. Virden, Jr.
Energy Sector Manager
Energy and Environment Directorate, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Dr. Donald Tomalia
Director of the National Dendrimer Center, Central Michigan University

Dr. B. Ray Stults
Associate Laboratory Director Energy Sciences, National Renewable Energy Laboratory

Dr. James B. Roberto
Director, Strategic Capabilities
Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Dr. Rosa Yang
Vice President, Innovation
Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI)

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The peer-reviewed presentation program, posted at http://oregonstate.edu/conferences/MNBC/program.html features:

Technical Sessions
* Advanced Nanomaterials for Energy Storage
* Sensor Systems
* Microtechnology for Energy Applications
* Nanomedicine and Nanobiotechnology
* Electron and Ion Beam Nanofabrication
* Bioconjugation at the Nanoscale
* Microfabrication and MEMS Devices
* Nanotechnology for Disease Detection and Drug Delivery
* Photonics
* High Performance, Greener Nanomaterials and Applications

...a full-day symposium on Solar Energy
Industry growth, materials overview and focus on thin film materials science breakthroughs

...three half-day short courses

* Nanotechnology 101: What Technology and Business Professionals Should Know
* Nanotechnology Commercialization: Intellectual Property and Patent Reform
* Arrayed Microchannel Technology Industry Forum

...a combined research poster session and company exhibition

...and an investor-led closing panel:
The Changing Face of Technology Transfer and Early Stage Venture Funding

The MNBC, now in its 6th year, is widely regarded as the best regional "small tech" event in the nation, and expects to attract over 300 professionals from the Pacific Northwest and around the world.

Sponsors to date include Hewlett-Packard, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, FEI Company, Stoel Rives, Christensen O'Connor Johnson & Kindness, Life Technologies, Schwabe Williamson & Wyatt, Nanotechnology Now, and Eclipse Technologies.

The special rate for full conference registration is available until September 11, 2009 at www.micronbc.org.

For further information, please visit www.micronbc.org or contact the conference manager:

Skip Rung
President and Executive Director
ONAMI
skip@onami.us
541.231.4883

Event: 2009 Micro Nano Breakthrough Conference
When: September 21-23, 2009
Location: Lloyd Center Doubletree Hotel, Portland, Oregon
Description: Science, commercialization and networking for the micro- and nano-tech innovation economy.
Registration: A special rate for full conference registration is available until September 11, 2009
Web site: http://www.micronbc.org
Contact: Robert D. "Skip" Rung, president and executive director, Oregon Nanoscience and Microtechnologies Institute. E-mail: skip@onami.us

About Washington Technology Center
Washington Technology Center is a statewide economic development organization focused on technology and innovation. We spark ideas, form connections between people and resources, and foster job growth to position Washington state as a national technology leader. As an organization, Washington Technology Center channels state, federal, and private resources to help companies develop and commercialize new products and technologies. Our 15,000-square-foot Microfabrication Laboratory provides companies and university researchers access to facilities and specialized equipment for micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) research and product/process development. The impact of Washington Technology Center's work has generated more than $600 million in additional investment for Washington companies and researchers. For more information how Washington Technology Center can help research and development projects succeed, visit www.watechcenter.org or call 206-685-1920.

About ONAMI
ONAMI (Oregon Nanoscience and Microtechnologies Institute) is Oregon's first Signature Research Center, with $37M in state investment since 2003. ONAMI's dual mission is to rapidly grow collaborative research and commercialization of NanoScience and MicroTechnologies to foster the creation of new products, companies and jobs in the Pacific Northwest. It unites the University of Oregon (Eugene), Oregon State University (Corvallis), Oregon Health and Science University and Portland State University with the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (Richland, Wash.), the state of Oregon, private investors and leading companies in the world-leading "Silicon Forest" small-tech industry cluster. Principal activities include development a network of shared user facilities and management of a proof-of-concept stage gap grant fund that has so far enabled 14 new companies.

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Labels: Events, MEMS_and_Nanotechnology, MNBC, ONAMI, Partner_News_and_More, WTC_News

The Nanotech Health and Safety Forum is being presented in Seattle at the Edgewater on June 8-9, sponsored by Batelle, UW, Univ. of Oregon, Oregon State, Riddell, Intertox, and others.

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Date(s): June 8, 2009 (Monday) to June 9, 2009 (Tuesday)
Time: 12:00 PM to 12:00 PM
Location: The Edgewater Hotel, 2411 Alaskan Way, Pier 67, Seattle, WA 98121
URL: http://www.nhsf2009.org/
Description:

This conference is being held in conjunction with the first-ever U.S. meeting of the International Standards Organization Technical Action Group 229. This group is focused in substantial part on drafting global standards for safe use of nano materials and is meeting just down the waterfront at Bell Harbor during that same week.

Assembled are an extraordinary faculty of panelists, including some of the top researchers, regulators, underwriters and loss control specialists in the country dealing with the critical issue for these uniquely capable materials: are they safe to work with and when will industry know? In addition, although the ISO/ANSI program is a closed meeting, there will be some overlap through a key reception and some cross over speakers, making this a great opportunity to meet the leading edge thinkers from 24 countries on this issue - over 200 scientists, corporate figures, insurers, regulators, and others.

There will also be an MIT Enterprise Forum on nano research and use in conjunction with the reception.

Featured Speakers
-Dr. Leroy Hood, renowned co-founder of the Institute for Systems Biology and recipient of the Biotechnology Heritage Award.

-Dr. Kenneth Dawson, Director of the Centre for BioNano Interactions (CBNI), the Irish national platform for excellence in the interaction of nanoparticles with living systems (www.cbni.eu).

-Dr. Justin Teeguarden, one of the authors of the recent National Research Council report "Review of the Federal Strategy to Address Environmental, Health, and Safety Research Needs for Engineered Nanoscale Materials."

For more confirmed speakers and panelists for the NHSF, please visit the website at www.nhsf2009.org.

Contact: Ammon Gilbert
206.443.2115
agilbert@intertox.com

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The next decade will see a renewed focus on extreme science, the realm of PhDs, exotic instrumentation, complex intellectual property, and lengthy clinical trials. Call it Sci-Tech rather than Hi-Tech. In this strange new world, where are the business opportunities for venturists and entrepreneurs?

On the 10th anniversary of the White House report that led to America's National Nano Initiative, MIT Enterprise Forum presents a panel of three exciting and very different start-up ventures that exploit molecular materials engineering across an array of markets.

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Date(s): June 8, 2009 (Monday)
Time: 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: Edgewater Hotel, Seattle
URL: http://www.mitwa.org/catalog/index.cfm?fuseaction=product&theParentId=120&id=829
Description:

COME EARLY and hear a keynote address by Dr. LEROY HOOD, Founder of the Institute for Systems Biology, to attendees of the 2009 Nanotechnology Health and Safety Forum. And please consider joining them for their 2-day conference at the Edgewater (see details below).

MIT Enterprise Forum (starting from 7:00 pm) panelists include:

• Chris Wheaton, Chief Operating & Financial Officer of Seattle-based ENERG2, developing innovative energy storage solutions based on proprietary nano-structured carbon materials that are finely controlled and offer ultra-high surface areas.
• Bart Norton, Director of Sales at Redmond-based Asemblon, using molecular self-assembly to fabricate and efficiently tailor unique catalytic chemicals to enhance material processing in a variety of industries.
• Christina Lomasney, CEO and Founder of Seattle-based Modumetal, pioneering thin-film nano-laminate metallurgy techniques that grow metal parts through greener manufacturing to develop high-performance materials for industrial, maritime, aerospace and automotive applications.
• Moderator: John Martin, MIT Alumnus and former Director of the Washington State Nanotechnology Initiative; collaborator, 2009 Nano Health and Safety Forum (NHSF) and WA / ORE Micro / Nano Breakthrough Conference (MNBC).

Reception starts at 5:30 pm. MITEF program starts at 7:00 pm. $30 registration includes hors d'oeuvre reception and admission to NHSF Keynote Address by Dr. Leroy Hood.

Nanotechnology Health & Safety Forum (NHSF)
June 8-12, 2009

The Nanotechnology Health & Safety Forum (NHSF) sponsored by Battelle, the University of Washington, the University of Oregon, and Oregon State University, will focus on occupational and environmental health and safety standards of nanotechnology, providing attendees with important insights and answers. The NHSF has been scheduled to coincide with the first U.S.-hosted meeting of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Technical Committee (TC) 229 Nanotechnologies, which is taking place June 8-12, 2009.

Throughout two information packed days, NHSF will explore the science of nanotechnology, government regulations, insurance and risk management, along with the roles of corporations and non-profit organizations as related to the future of nanotechnology. For more information, please visit www.nhsf.org.

Contact: JaRon Snow
(425) 771-4790
mitenterpriseforum@verizon.net

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Labels: Events, MEMS_and_Nanotechnology, MITEF

With the sun starting to make an appearance more frequently, WTIA is jumping head first into planning their annual Summer Celebration event! Mark your calendars for July, 30th and head over to Pyramid Brewery Beer Garden in Seattle for a memorable summer night!




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Date(s): July 30, 2009 (Thursday)
Time: 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Location: Pyramid Alehouse, Brewery & Restaurant
URL: http://www.washingtontechnology.org/pages/events/events_events_wsaevent.asp?EventID=798
Description: Backstage Access to the Hottest Bands in the Technology Industry!

New to the Summer Celebration this year is a musical element that you won't want to miss. WTIA has teamed up with Xconomy to bring you Seattle's first ever 'Battle of the Tech Bands'! If you are part of a band whose members are involved in the technology industry and would like participate, please see the 'Battle of the Bands'tab and get jammin' for the selection process!

There are few better ways to enjoy a hot summer day than spending time with friends, a cold beer and good chow, and great music from local bands.

So, join WTIA and all their partners for the must-attend event of the summer!

Contact: Brittany Blackwell
206.448.3033 x 133
bblackwell@washingtontechnology.org

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Labels: Events, WTIA

Attracting angel investments requires a good understanding of what these unique investors are looking for. Learn to stand out from the startup masses at May's Focus On.

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Seattle Chamber: Focus On Attracting Angel Investors - May 7, 2009

Date(s): May 7, 2009 (Thursday)
Time: 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM
Location: One Union Square Boardroom (600 University St.Seattle 98101)
URL: http://list.seattlechamber.com/t/5506/168216/2189/0/
Description: Attracting Angel Investors

Attracting angel investments requires a good understanding of what these unique investors are looking for. Learn to stand out from the startup masses at May's Focus On. Join us as Glenn Gregory of Obsidian Investment Advisors helps small businesses de-mystify the processes of angel investing and gaining startup capital.

Focus On: Attracting Angel Investors
Presented by Glenn Gregory
Date: Thursday, May 7
Time: Noon - 1:30 p.m.
Place: One Union Square Boardroom (600 University St.Seattle 98101)
Cost: $20 ($25 after 5/5; lunch provided)
Register: Online or contact Nikki Ross at nikkir@seattlechamber.com or 206.389.7338.

About the presenter:
Glenn Gregory is principal of Obsidian Investment Advisors, a registered investment advisory firm he founded in 1998. Obsidian has the distinction of being one of only two African-American owned registered investment advisory firms in Washington State. Gregory is highly respected for his financial acumen, business ethics and depth of knowledge. Prior to Obsidian, Gregory worked in international business developmet, traveling the globe structuring joint ventures and turning-around several underperforming divisions. His international business management experience includes, operations and finance, working with British Petroleum, Delphi Automotive Systems, and Microsoft Corporation.

Contact: Nikki Ross
206.389.7338
nikkir@seattlechamber.com

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Labels: Events, Funding, Partner_News_and_More, Seattle_Chamber

Play your part in shaping Washington's clean energy economy. The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) offers an unprecedented opportunity to use federal "stimulus" funds to advance our state's transition to a new clean energy economy.

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Date(s): May 4, 2009 (Monday)
Time: 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Location: Washington State Convention & Trade Center - Seattle, Washington
URL: http://wastateenergysummit2009.eventbrite.com/

Description:

Join your fellow business and community leaders from around the state to learn the latest about Recovery Act funding for clean energy programs.

Keynote speakers include:
• Chris Gregoire, Governor, State of Washington
• Matt Rogers, Senior Advisor, U.S. Department of Energy (invited)
• Rogers Weed, Director, Washington State Department of Community, Trade & Economic Development

Highlights of the full-day Washington State Energy Summit include:
• Up-to-date information on funding sources and federal guidance
• Networking and matchmaking opportunities for prospective competitive grant proposal partners
• First look at the draft State Energy Program (SEP) funding plan that will invest over $60 million in state and local projects for the next two years

Who should attend? Businesses interested in applying for federal clean energy funds, policy makers, and non-governmental organizations who want to know how the state can use ARRA dollars as a catalyst for the transition to a clean energy economy.

Contact: Linda Alongi
360.725.4031
lindaa@cted.wa.gov

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Labels: CTED, Dept_of_Commerce, Energy, Events, Funding

In these turbulent economic times, one thing remains unchanged: innovation driven productivity advances are the only basis for prosperous, high-wage regional economies ...

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Date(s): September 21, 2009 (Monday) to September 23, 2009 (Wednesday)
Time: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Location: Doubletree Lloyd Center, Portland, Oregon
URL: http://www.micronbc.org
Description: Oregon Nanoscience and Microtechnologies Institute and Washington Technology Center present the Micro Nano Breakthrough Conference 2009.

In these turbulent economic times, one thing remains unchanged: innovation driven productivity advances are the only basis for prosperous, high-wage regional economies, and commercialized scientific research is the best and most durable source of innovation advantage. More than ever before, the Pacific Northwest region needs to gather to advance science, commercialization and networking for the micro- and nanotech innovation economy.

Who should attend:

If you are involved in the transformation from discovery and development to commercialization of products this conference is for you.

Scientists
Engineers
Entrepreneurs
Venture Capitalists
R&D Managers
Administrators
Product Development Managers
Government Officials
Policy Makers
Non-Government Organization Officials
Students
Technology transfer specialists
Strategic Planners
Business Development Managers
Product Development Professionals
Investors
Investment Analysts
Proposal Writers
Legislators
Academicians
Legislative Assistants & Analysts
Intellectual Property Managers

Presentations on:

Advanced MEMS devices and applications
Sensors and systems, e.g. for motion control
Nanoelectronics and biolectronics
Nanoscale patterning and fabrication processes
Printed and solution-processed devices and systems
Nanomaterial design, synthesis and scale-up
Nanomaterials for clean-tech applications
Nano-bio technologies
Micro-energy and chemical systems
Nanoscale imaging and chemical analysis
Nanomedicine and cancer therapies
Nano-optics and optoelectronic technologies

Contact: Robert D.
541.713.1348
skip@onami.us

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A one day workshop emphasizing real world solutions to thin film and nano-particle characterization using the latest analytical methods, instrumental techniques, and software algorithms.

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Date(s): May 14, 2009 (Thursday)
Time: 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Location: Lorry I. Lokey Laboratories, University of Oregon, Eugene, Oregon
URL: http://camcor.uoregon.edu/includes/events/event_14may2009.html
Description:

A one day workshop emphasizing real world solutions to thin film and nano-particle characterization using the latest analytical methods, instrumental techniques, and software algorithms. Workshop will be held in the new Integrated Science Complex, Lorry I. Lokey Laboratory.

Focus on instrumental methods and applications for characterization of thin films and nano-particles using a wide variety of instrumental techniques including XRD, XPS, EPMA, TEM, FIB, SIMS and Auger. Application oriented presentations by analytical experts and applied materials scientists at University of Oregon, Oregon State University and Portland State University.

Presentations: Dave Johnson, University of Oregon, Department of Chemistry
Doug Keszler, Oregon State University, Department of Chemistry
John Donovan, University of Oregon, CAMCOR
Steve Golledge, University of Oregon, CAMCOR
Kurt Langworthy, University of Oregon, CAMCOR
Mark Lonergan, University of Oregon, Department of Chemistry
Jim Hutchison, University of Oregon, Department of Chemistry
Janet Tate, Oregon State University, Department of Physics
Dave Schut, Voxtel, Inc
Peter Moeck, Portland State University, Department of Physics

Meals: Lunch will be provided
Contact: Paula Matano
(541) 346-4850
pmatano@uoregon.edu

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Join the Technology Alliance and business, research and government leaders at the premier annual event for Washington's technology community, featuring a keynote conversation with Ray Ozzie, Chief Software Architect, Microsoft.

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Date(s): May 1, 2009 (Friday)
Time: 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM
Location: The Westin Seattle
URL: http://www.technology-alliance.com/events/luncheon.html
Description:

Ray Ozzie has made a career out of anticipating the next wave in computing. An experienced entrepreneur and industry visionary, Ozzie drives Microsoft's technical strategy and is spearheading development of its next-generation software services platform. In a rare public appearance at the State of Technology Luncheon, Ozzie will frame the future of computing and explore what's next for one of the world's preeminent high tech companies - and what it means for our economy, our region, and ourselves.

Also featuring:
Governor Chris Gregoire
Jeremy Jaech, CEO, Verdiem
Ed Lazowska, Bill & Melinda Gates Chair in Computer Science and Engineering, University of Washington
Marty Smith, Managing Director, MetaJure

Registration & Networking: 11:00am
Luncheon: 11:30am-1:30pm

Individual tickets: $85 with advance registration online / $100 at the door.

TA Patron package for individuals: $550 (includes 2 reserved seats at the luncheon and 1 membership in the 2009-10 Science & Technology Discovery Series).

Corporate sponsorship packages featuring premium reserved seating and other benefits are available; contact Katy Tollefson at katy@technology-alliance.com or (206) 389-7259 for details.

Contact: Amy Bell Rousso
(206) 389-7261
amy@technology-alliance.com

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A two-day workshop focusing on X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS), arguably the most widely used surface analytical technique.

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Date(s): April 27, 2009 (Monday) to April 28, 2009 (Tuesday)
Time: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: University of Oregon, Eugene, Oregon
URL: http://camcor.uoregon.edu/includes/events/event_27-28apr2009.html
Description:

A two-day workshop focusing on X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS), arguably the most widely used surface analytical technique. The presentations will be appropriate both for researchers new to XPS and for those with significant experience with the technique. Thematic emphases will be on quantitative aspects of XPS analysis and analytical issues particular to nanoscale materials, as well as the importance of multi-technique analysis.

The workshop will include instrument demonstrations and a tutorial on using Sven Tougaard's QUASES program for quantitative XPS analysis conducted personally by Professor Tougaard. It will be held in the new Integrated Science Complex, Lorry I. Lokey Laboratory.

Presentations: Dave Castner, University of Washington
Sven Tougaard, University of Southern Denmark
Scott Lea, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
Don Baer, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
Andrew Wright, ThermoFisher Scientific
Bill Stickle, Hewlett‐Packard

Location: Surface Analytical Facility
Lorry I. Lokey Laboratories
University of Oregon, Eugene, Oregon

Meals: Morning & afternoon refreshments, Lunch is "on your own"
Contact: Paula Matano
(541) 346-4850
pmatano@uoregon.edu

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Therese Adlhoch Smith of The Adlhoch Group will show you how to grow your business by stretching your marketing dollars and focusing on the most important tools and programs. She will also share the 7 marketing essentials for survival.

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Date(s): April 10, 2009 (Friday)
Time: 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
Location: Bellevue Harbor Club
URL: http://www.nwen.org/index.php?option=com_events&Itemid=15&id=177
Description:

Cost:
Regular Registration: $25 for members, $40 for non-members.
After April 6: $30 for members, $45 for non-members
Members, bring a friend at 50% off!

What You Will Learn:
When times are tough, often the first thing to go is the marketing budget even though it’s difficult to build your business without marketing. What can you do to survive and thrive in a down economy? Therese Adlhoch Smith of The Adlhoch Group will show you how to grow your business by stretching your marketing dollars and focusing on the most important tools and programs. She will present the results of The Adlhoch Group’s 2009 survey of start-up CEOs and small business owners, “Front Line Advice to Weather the Storm.” You’ll learn from executives and entrepreneurs who have survived tough times, gaining their candid perspectives on what they’ve done right and what they’d do differently. She will also share the 7 marketing essentials for survival.

Therese Adlhoch Smith
Therese Adlhoch Smith is a marketing specialist with an extensive background in product management, marketing communications and business analysis. With more than 17 years of experience helping companies develop products and metrics-driven marketing programs, she has worked in a variety of industries including B2B e-commerce, telecommunications, electronic discovery, biotechnology, marine science, health technology, stock photography, consumer finance, online consumer services and consumer multimedia.

Therese founded The Adlhoch Group, LLC after holding vice president and director of marketing positions with a number of public and privately held Northwest businesses. She has hands-on expertise in market analysis, product planning and national marketing programs for early-stage and established businesses. Therese holds a Master of Business Administration in marketing and international business from the University of Washington, and a Bachelor of Science in finance, summa cum laude, from California State University, Northridge.

Join us on April 10 to hear Therese Adlhoch Smith discuss marketing strategies to survive and thrive in a down economy. Please register today to ensure a seat, as this Venture Breakfast promises to be one you won't want to miss!

About the Northwest Entrepreneur Network
The Northwest Entrepreneur Network, with nearly 900 members, is a nonprofit, professional association dedicated to helping entrepreneurs accelerate the growth of their companies. In addition to its monthly Venture Breakfasts, the Network provides educational programs, networking events, opportunities for “face time,” and tools and resources entrepreneurs can use to help their businesses grow and prosper. For more information about the Northwest Entrepreneur Network, call (425) 564-4074 or visit www.nwen.org.

Contact: Northwest Entrepreneur Network
425-564-5701
info@nwen.org

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Join national and statewide experts—leading figures in current strategy discussions—as they answer your questions about this vitally important energy infrastructure.

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Date(s): March 26, 2009 (Thursday)
Time: 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM
Location: Rainier Club, Seattle
URL: http://www.wacleantech.org/featuredevent.html
Description: We expect electricity at the flip of a switch. But the electric power grid--marvel of the early 1900s--limped into the twenty-first century overworked, underdeveloped, and headed for a meltdown. What is a “smart grid,” and how will it affect our national competitiveness, our state’s economic viability, and your utility rates? Why is a smart grid central to President Obama’s stimulus plan? Join national and statewide experts—leading figures in current strategy discussions—as they answer your questions about this vitally important energy infrastructure.

Contact: Co-sponsored by Washington State University and Washington Clean Technology Alliance
877-978-3868
info@wacleantech.org

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Senator Cantwell plans to discuss how, if the U.S. is to compete in a 21st Century global marketplace, we must increase our investment in, and commitment to, research and development of new technologies, education and training for our workforce, and support for new and emerging industries.

Related WTC links:

Register for Washington's Innovation Summit 2009

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Washington Technology Center presents a workshop featuring Jim Greenwood of Greenwood Consulting Group, well-known SBIR/STTR consultants. The session focuses on the cost proposal and accounting for SBIR and STTR awards. It covers basic terms and concepts including direct versus indirect rates, allowable and unallowable costs, cost proposal format variations between Federal agencies, and includes an exercise to estimate the indirect/facilities & administrative rate for your business. The workshop will be offered in the Seattle area March 31 and at Washington State University Vancouver April 1.

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Who should attend: CEOs, CFOs, CTOs; Researchers, Universities' Office of Grants & Sponsored Research; CPAs & Yellow Book Auditors

Extra Feature: Pre-registered attendees are eligible for indirect rate calculation review or SBIR / STTR cost proposal critique from Greenwood Consulting Group within one year of attendance. Limited number of consultations available.

Fee: $75 for pre-registrations by 3/27; $85 at the door. Event includes continental breakfast and box lunch.

Questions: contact Suzanne Mitchell at (509) 372-5146.

Locations:

March 31, 2009
Lynnwood Convention Center
3711 196th Street SW
Lynnwood, WA 98036
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April 1, 2009
Washington State University Vancouver
Firstenburg Student Commons
14204 NE Salmon Creek Avenue
Vancouver, WA 98686
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Register for this location

Agenda:
7:30am - Continental breakfast; on-site registration; Welcome & Introductions
8:00 - Government Accounting Concepts, FAR, Cost Proposal Format
Tracking Expense & Estimating Costs; Cost Proposal formats of different
SBIR / STTR Agencies
12:00pm - Working Lunch - box lunch provided for pre-registered attendees
12:30 - Exercise: preparing basic Phase I SBIR Cost proposal
2:00pm - Workshop close; Questions; Networking

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NWEN March Venture Breakfast: Putting the Life in Lifestyle Business
Hear Josh Petersen tell why he embraces "lifestyle business" as a badge of distinction, not a VC pejorative, and why there's a lot to learn from profitable, sustainable, personally-satisfying companies.

NWEN April Venture Breakfast: How To Market Your Company in a Down Economy
Therese Adlhoch Smith of The Adlhoch Group will show you how to grow your business by stretching your marketing dollars and focusing on the most important tools and programs. She will also share the 7 marketing essentials for survival.

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March Breakfast - learn more and register at NWEN

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Are you a small company looking for BIG talent?

On March 2, 2009 the University of Washington’s Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship will host Springboard, an annual networking event designed to bring the founders/CEOs of Puget Sound’s dynamic early-stage companies together with entrepreneurially-minded students from the University of Washington.

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Date(s): March 2, 2009 (Monday)
Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Location: Balmer Commons on Seattle UW campus
URL: http://www.foster.washington.edu/centers/cie/Pages/Springboard.aspx
Description:

How can early-stage companies to attract young talent out of the University? We know you’re looking for people who are the right fit, have the same entrepreneurial drive and determination to succeed that you have, and possess a skill set that enables them to do whatever needs doing. Springboard gives you a chance to recruit for just those people at the University of Washington.

Who are the students? They are undergraduates, MBAs, non-business graduate students who have taken the entrepreneurship core curriculum, law students, etc., who know their careers will be entrepreneurial. And they’re looking for an opportunity within a dynamic, quick-paced environment. Students start thinking about their summer internships and job possibilities in early spring, so our timing is perfect!

Springboard will be limited to 45 early-stage/rapid-growth companies, so we ask that you register to attend as soon as possible. The fee per company to participate is $35.

How will this work? Just complete registration through Brown Paper Tickets with the link below. You only need to purchase one registration or “ticket” for your company, regardless of how many colleagues you bring to the event. Once your company is registered, you’ll receive confirmation from CIE with event logistics. We will provide each company with access to the resumes of students attending Springboard a week before the event, giving you time to look through them and earmark those most qualified for your upcoming positions or internships.

Contact: Whitney Lackey
206.616.3691
wlackey@u.washington.edu


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Carbon Nanoprobes, a startup company developing high-resolution probes for atomic force microscopy, won a prize for best investment opportunity at the Zino Society's first Life Sciences Investment Forum held in Seattle February 24, 2009. The company, which had teamed with UW researchers to develop its technology, recently relocated from Seattle to Pennsylvania. An article at Xconomy tells more about the Zino Society event.

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Date(s): March 3, 2009 (Tuesday)
Time: 1:45 PM to 5:00 PM
Location: 1301 5th Avenue, Suite 2500 Seattle, WA 98101
URL: http://www.allianceofangels.com/index.html

Description: The Alliance of Angels 10 Minute Pitch Clinic is an educational event tailored specifically to entrepreneurs on how to effectively pitch a startup business plan to angel investors. The clinic includes an overview of Alliance of Angels rigorous four-step process, in-depth review of the components of a good pitch, and, an interactive workshop setting in which the Program Managers will both answer questions and work with participants on their specific messaging.

Contact: Amy Rousso
206-389-7261
amy@technology-alliance.com

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There is no handbook on how to get one or more Angel investors to invest in your business but this is close.

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Date(s): March 11, 2009 (Wednesday)
Time: 7:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: Perkins Coie Offices, 1201 3rd Ave, Suite 4800, Seattle
URL: http://www.nwen.org/index.php?option=com_events&Itemid=15&id=213
Description: Registration: $65 for members, $115 for non-members
Registration closes at 12:00 noon the Monday prior to the workshop.

The third in NWEN's series on how to finance your high growth company, this workshop will take you into a very unique world. There is no handbook on how to get one or more Angel investors to invest in your business but this is close. Constantly updated and presented by experts who do this every day for a living, Angel Financing is part of a tri-fecta of workshops that will leave you well prepared for navigating the financing seas when you are ready to set sail. Kha Dang, of the Perkins Coie law firm will be joined by workshop by:

* Janis Machala of LaunchPad Services, UW Tech Transfer
* Doug Bevis of Washington Park Ventures
* Charles Seybold from LiquidPlanner
* Ben Straughan of Perkins Coie
* Mark Metcalf of Perkins Coie

Contact: Northwest Entrepreneur Network
425-564-5701
info@nwen.org

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http://www.nwen.org/index.php?option=com_events&Itemid=15&id=213

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At this half-day conference, enterpriseSeattle will present local and national waste-to-energy projects, and will give you the opportunity to confer with corporate executives and local officials.

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Date(s): April 3, 2009 (Friday)
Time: 7:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: Puget Sound Energy Building, Ground Floor Conference Room, 10885 NE 4th Street, Bellevue, WA
URL: https://www.123signup.com/event?id=zbkzk

Description: As the price of fossil fuel increases and concerns over global warming mount, more policy-makers are coming to realize that the waste stream has value as an energy source, and that waste-to-energy projects can bring economic benefits to their host communities.

enterpriseSeattle Members:
$30 Early bird rate - register by March 20 - after that $45

Non-members: $40 Early bird rate - register by March 20 - after that $55

Registration includes continental breakfast & conference materials.

Contact: Stephen Gerritson
SGerritson@enterpriseseattle.org

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China and India represent two of the fastest growing markets on earth and economic and population pressures will create significant market opportunities for clean technologies covering renewable energy, green building practices and energy efficiency.

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Date(s): February 27, 2009 (Friday)
Time: 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Location: Bell Harbor International, Conference Center, 2211 Alaskan Way, Pier 66, Seattle, WA 98121
URL: http://www.usea.org/appnorthwestbriefings.htm
Description:

Focus:
The Asia-Pacific Partnership on Clean Development and Climate (APP) is a multilateral partnership designed to encourage a broad dialogue on clean technologies and encourage commercial cooperation as well as sharing of best practices. The U.S.-based APP activities have been focused on renewable energy (including distributed generation) and building (including energy efficiency) technologies. This briefing by U.S. government and industry representatives will:

• Share the experience of local firms already operating in these challenging markets.
• Share with industry, NGOs and local governments the objectives, results and remaining challenges of U.S. APP clean development and climate projects in India and China;
• Identify specific opportunities and mechanisms through which APP can assist Pacific Northwest-based industry meet commercial objectives in India and China that are consistent with APP clean development and climate goals;
• Discuss with Pacific Northwest-based local government and NGOs, APP supported mechanisms through which they can share clean development and climate best practices in community-based projects.

Contact: Albert Doub
202-312-1254
adoub@usea.org

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We've announced an amazing group of speakers for Washington's Innovation Summit 2009. Speakers range from Brenda Metropolit, director of sustainability for the 2010 Olympics, to Dean Allen, CEO of McKinstry, a company President Obama has called a national model for addressing energy independence.

Take this opportunity to begin posing questions to our lineup of 50 speakers. What are the important issues you want addressed? Your questions will help shape the discussion that will take place at the Summit on April 9.

Submit your questions now!

Register now
Washington's Innovation Summit 2009 will be held April 9, 2009 from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Meydenbauer Center, 11100 NE 6th Street, Bellevue. Full-day registration is $230 after 3/6/09; $45 for the Innovators Reception only.

Related WTC links:

Visit www.watechcenter.org/summit for more information.

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Life Sciences Investment Conference

Date(s): March 17, 2009 (Tuesday) to March 18, 2009 (Wednesday)
Time: 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Location: Seattle, Wash.
URL: http://www.investnorthwest.org
Description: Invest Northwest 2009 is the region's premier life sciences investment conference, where public and private life science companies tell their stories to institutional investors, analysts, investment bankers, fund managers, venture capitalists, angel investors, and prospective corporate partners.

Contact: Tim Yeadon
206.732.6711
tim@washbio.org

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Greenomics: Creating Profitable Businesses in a Green and Clean Economy

Date(s): March 11, 2009 (Wednesday)
Time: 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Location: Hyatt Regency Hotel Bellevue
URL: http://www.mitwa.org
Description: With new carbon taxes or caps very likely, where are the business opportunities for entrepreneurs? Join the MIT Enterprise Forum Northwest and TechAmerica (formerly AeA) to learn from entrepreneurs, experts in green investment and government policy as they help us understand issues and opportunities for clean technology businesses. The discussion will provide entrepreneurs with the information they need to put the Pacific Northwest on the map with a robust green industry.

Contact: Steve Stratz
206.300.9134
steve@illuminatepr.com

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A good exit strategy may make the difference in getting an investor or not.

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BC Angel Forum: Exit Strategies workshop for Investors and Entrepreneurs

Date(s): March 9, 2009 (Monday)
Time: 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: downtown Vancouver, Canada
URL: https://www.confmanager.com/main.cfm?cid=77&nid=11505
Description: Companies need an exit strategy first, which in combination with their capital requirements, drives their financing strategy. Ask yourself:
1 What is my exit strategy and why do I need one before I look for investors?
2 What type of investor best matches my exit strategy and capital requirements?
3 What are the four major steps I should be doing now to plan for a successful exit?
4 What about the timeline, valuation and legal process? - case study: Parasun exit.

This unique first-time Exit Strategies workshop - March 9 - downtown Vancouver will be a blend of presentations and war stories with lots of time for Q&A and networking. Speakers include Axel Christiansen, Basil Peters, Randy Garg, Mike Volker, Steven MacDonald, Steven Lukas, Brent Holliday, Thomas Hellmann, Bob Chaworth-Musters and other experts to be announced.

If you think this practical real world workshop would benefit someone you know, please forward this email.

C$290 (~US$240) Questions to Bob Chaworth-Musters via bob@ANGELforum.org
Exclusive sponsors: Vancity Capital, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Fasken Martineau, Capital West Partners.

Contact: Bob Chaworth-Musters
bob@ANGELforum.org

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Have you plugged in yet to social networking? Are you an active blogger? Have you replaced or augmented your personal or business marketing by leveraging social networking tools?

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NWEN February Think Tank - An evening knowledge exchange: Social Networking for Non-Geeks

Date(s): February 24, 2009 (Tuesday)
Time: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Location: Seattle University, Schaffer Auditorium (Main floor of Leiemux Library)
URL: http://www.nwen.org
Description: Have you plugged in yet to social networking? Are you an active blogger? Have you replaced or augmented your personal or business marketing by leveraging social networking tools?

If you run a business you are probably considering how social networking fits into your marketing plans. If you have some doubts consider that Barak Obama raised $800 million with on line social networking! Maybe you balked this year at spending $3 million for a 30 second spot on the Super Bowl to reach 95 million viewers and instead followed Universal Orlando Resort’s example. They reached 315 million people in 24 hours at a cost of $100,000 to promote the launch of the resort using social networking and webinars!

Notwithstanding specific successes of integrating social networking into personal, political and business planning the path to success is not always well lit and there are many forks in the road. Our panel of experts will help you navigate the course of social networking that best fits your objectives and help steer you to what is working, clear of what is not working and what you can expect from new tools in the future to help advance your business.

As always with NWEN Think Tank events, there will be opportunity for dynamic and engaging interactive dialogue. This event is certain to be a unique and outstanding program so don’t miss it. Early registration is recommended.

Contact: Misty Burrows
425-564-5701
info@nwen.org

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Washington Technology Center is pleased to announce a lineup of more than 50 innovators and thought leaders in industry, research and government who will address demand-driven innovation, sustainability and technology at Washington's Innovation Summit 2009 in Bellevue, Washington on April 9.

Sustainable energy, innovative materials & manufacturing, urban sustainability, and healthy ecosystems are the topics for this year's conference which is expected to draw 400 attendees from across the Pacific Northwest. Participants will share their insights about how the business climate, consumer decisions and the economy will impact, and be impacted by, innovation and sustainability in the state of Washington. Will innovation serve as a differentiator in the marketplace?

Featured keynote speakers include Dean Allen, CEO of McKinstry, Brenda Metropolit, director of sustainability initiatives for the 2010 Olympic Games, Gifford Pinchot, co-founder and president emeritus of the Bainbridge Graduate Institute, and Thomas E. Plimpton, vice chairman of PACCAR.

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Additional speakers include:

Birgitte Ahring, Ph.D., director of the Bioproducts, Sciences, and Engineering Laboratory (BSEL) at WSU Tri-Cities

Julie Anderson, senior policy advisor, Director's Office, State of Washington Department of Community, Trade and Economic Development

Ash Awad, P.E., vice president, McKinstry

Lane Ballard, Boeing

Rud Browne, chairman and founder, Ryzex

Douglas R. Call, Ph.D., College of Veterinary Medicine, Washington State University

Frank Catalano, principal, Intrinsic Strategy

Lee Cheatham, Ph.D., executive director, Washington Technology Center

Lisa Cohen, director, Washington Global Health Alliance

Bill Crounse, M.D., senior director, worldwide health, Microsoft Corporation

Jim A. Dangerfield, Ph.D., executive vice president, FPInnovations

Bob Drewel, Executive Director, Puget Sound Regional Council

Jody Garcia, senior commercialization associate - Safe Water Project, PATH

John Gardner, vice president, Office of Economic Development and Extension, Washington State University

Billy M. Glover, managing director - environmental strategy, Boeing Commercial Airplanes

Bert Gregory, FAIA, president & CEO, Mithun

Robin Halliday, chair, board of directors, Washington Technology Center

Alan Hanson, Areva

Hamilton Hazlehurst, development manager, Vulcan Inc.

Michael Hochberg, assistant professor of electrical engineering, Nanophotonics Lab, University of Washington

Susan H. Jones, AIA, principal, atelierjones llc

Donald I. King, FAIA, NOMA, president/CEO, DKA

Vipin Kumar, Ph.D., P.E., associate professor, UW Microcellular Consortium Director, Mechanical Engineering Department, University of Washington

Todd Kunzman, Andgar Corporation

Peter H.-T. Liu, Ph.D., senior scientist, Omax Corporation

Steve Marshall, senior fellow, Cascadia Center for Regional Development

Darby McLean, vice president, business development, GenPrime, Inc.

Kirt W. Montague, CEO, Prometheus Energy Company

Stacy Noland, founder and chairman, Moontown Foundation

Roy Nott, Paneltech

Kelly Ogilvie, president and CEO, Blue Marble

Richard C. Pleus, Ph.D., managing director and toxicologist, Intertox

Linden Rhoads, vice provost, UW TechTransfer

Keith E. Ritala, IP & industrial agreements manager, College of Engineering, University of Washington.

Chris Rivera, president, Washington Biotechnology & Biomedical Association

Cathy Schaeffer, director - Walla Walla County Watershed Planning Department, executive director - Walla Walla Watershed Alliance, WWCC Water & Environmental Center

Mike Schwenk, vice president and director of technology deployment, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Gary E. Spanner, Ph.D., manager, Economic Development Office, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Jeff Surma, InEnTec, Inc.

Dr. Steven VanAusdle, president, Walla Walla Community College

Mark Warner, director of program management services, The Harris Group

Jeffrey Williams, Ph.D., Senior Vice President, Chief Technology Officer, HaloSource

Michael Wolcott, Ph.D., research director and the Louisiana-Pacific Professor of Wood Materials and Engineering, Washington State University

Yale Wong, co-founder, CEO and president, General Biodiesel

Gerould K. Young, director, materials & structures technology, Boeing Research & Technology

Register now - Early-bird discount until March 6, 2009
Washington's Innovation Summit 2009 will be held April 9, 2009 from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Meydenbauer Center, 11100 NE 6th Street, Bellevue. Registration is $190 until 3/6/09; $230 after 3/6/09; $45 for the reception only.

Related WTC links:

Visit www.watechcenter.org/summit for more information.

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Eli Goldratt, author of “The Goal,” will lead a discussion from 8 to 10 a.m. Monday, Feb. 16 at Lagerquist Concert Hall in the Mary Baker Russell Building at Pacific Lutheran University. Goldratt is an internationally recognized leader in the development of new business management philosophies and systems. His work is carried out by consultants and educators around the world and utilized by many of the world’s largest corporations, including IBM, Procter & Gamble, AT&T, NV Philips, ABB and Boeing.

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Unconventional, stimulating, and “a slayer of sacred cows,” Goldratt exhorts his audience to examine and reassess their business practices with a fresh, new vision.

Come join this widely‐read author for a two‐hour discussion and his analysis of the reality of the economic situation, the impact on various business sectors, the invalid conclusions most businesses have reached and the damage caused by the resulting actions taken, as well as the way out and the choices businesses can make to rapidly take their organizations back on a healthy course without the need to cut jobs.

The event is free for all those who are interested. Executives, managers and business person in the area are encouraged to attend and learn about Goldratt’s approach.

There will be a continental breakfast offered at 7:30 a.m.

Goldratt will be available for press interviews. To make interview arrangements contact PLU Professor Carol Ptak at 253‐279‐3291 or by e‐mail at ptakca@plu.edu.

The event will be simulcast to Boeing and the University of Notre Dame. To arrange a simulcast of the discussion contact Ptak.

Co‐sponsored by:
PLU School of Business
Theory of Constraints International Certification Organization (TOCICO)

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Brenda Metropolit, director of sustainability initiatives with the Vancouver Organizing Committee for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (VANOC), will deliver the afternoon keynote at Washington's Innovation Summit 2009 on April 9, 2009. VANOC is the first Olympic Organizing Committee to commit to applying sustainability principles and practices -- such as integrated delivery of social, economic and environmental outcomes and benefits -- to the planning, convening and legacy of the Games.

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Brenda Metropolit is on a 2-year executive interchange from Environment Canada to the Vancouver Organizing Committee (VANOC) for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic games as the Director, Sustainability Initiatives. She is leading on the public engagement program, government liaison for sustainability initiatives, the UNEP MOU and other related projects.

Brenda was the Director of the Sustainability Division at Environment Canada, Pacific and Yukon Region for four years where she had overseen the development of the department’s sustainability initiatives linked to the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. Brenda served as Co-Chair of the federal government’s interdepartmental Environment and Sustainability Cluster Committee, tasked with identifying opportunities for strategic leveraging of the 2010 Games to advance sustainability awareness and action. She also served on the federal 2010 Economic Development Committee and was the federal government representative on VANOC’s Dialogue with ENGO Sustainability Practitioners.

Brenda has had a diverse career in the public service, with the majority of her 26 years spent at Environment Canada. She has worked in a variety of management capacities within the department, including positions in the International and Intergovernmental Affairs Division, the Strategic Planning, Learning and Communications Branch and Human Resources.

Brenda holds a BA in Sociology from the University of Saskatchewan. Beyond work, she enjoys volunteering in the community and spending time with her husband and two daughters.

Related WTC links:

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FREE Safety Act Workshop for businesses that have technology interests in anti terrorism products or services.

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Date(s): February 24, 2009 (Tuesday)
Time: 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Location: Room 404 - Meydenbauer Convention Center in Bellevue, WA
URL: http://www.safetyact.gov
Description: The SAFETY Act is sponsoring a free workshop for individuals, industry groups, Government employees, and anyone else who wishes to learn about the SAFETY Act and participate in a one-on-one pre-application consultation.

This is a no fee workshop for attendees and is focused on explaining the two levels of liability protections to help promote the creation, deployment and use of anti-terrorism technologies. Workshop information and registration at www.safetyact.gov

Technologies that receive Certification will be also placed on the DHS's Approved Products List for Homeland Security.

The SAFETY Act provides important legal liability protections for providers of Qualified Anti-Terrorism Technologies – whether they are products or services. The goal of the SAFETY Act is to encourage the development and deployment of new and innovative anti-terrorism products and services by providing liability protections.

Contact: Darlene Robbins
206-553-7317
darlene.robbins@sba.gov

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Don’t miss this premier opportunity to present your early stage company to a forum of qualified angel investors.

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Date(s): March 24, 2009 (Tuesday)
Time: 1:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Location: The Big Picture Seattle
URL: http://www.nwen.org/index.php?option=com_events&Itemid=15&id=201
Description: Magnify your opportunities -- first impressions count!
Apply by February 6 to make your pitch at NWEN’s inaugural First Look Forum.

Don’t miss this premier opportunity to present your early stage company to a forum of qualified angel investors. Gain the practice, visibility and connections you need to make a great first impression and get a clear understanding on how to move your business forward.

NWEN’s First Look Forums provide the next generation of emerging Northwest companies with the opportunity to pitch their business ideas to, and network with, an audience of the region’s top angels.

NWEN is inviting applications from entrepreneurs in every product and service segment. A maximum of a dozen startups will be selected per forum, provided intensive coaching by a team of seasoned investors, and given the opportunity to present to a room of close to 100 angels.

There are currently two forums planned for 2009, with the first scheduled for March 24. The application deadline to be considered for the March forum is Friday, February 6. Spots are limited, so entrepreneurs wishing to present should apply now.

There is a $45 Application Fee for NWEN members, $90 for non-members. The Presenter Fee for those selected is $175 for NWEN members, $275 for non-members. All Presenters receive a complimentary copy of the Puget Sound Business Journal’s Book of Lists (valued at $60) and an annual membership with Passport Unlimited (valued at $130).

Who should apply:
The First Look Forums are targeted at early stage entrepreneurs who haven’t previously presented and are in the pre-funding stage of their trajectory. If you have a business plan that is differentiated, that you are able to articulate, then this forum is for you.

Entrepreneurs should be ready to:
• Work through the investor presentation process
• Connect with the people you need to know
• Receive structured feedback and advice from experienced entrepreneurs and angels with
operating experience to shape your pitch and business proposition
• Present to an audience of early stage investors who are there to take a “First Look” at you

Forum format:
The half day forums will be held in a single track. Twelve companies will be selected to give their three minute pitches. The audience will then vote to determine the top five companies. These five companies will then make their 15 minute business plan presentations.

The winning presenter from the forum will receive a prize package including offerings from Swift HR Solutions, Microsoft BizSpark, Puget Sound Business Journal, Keiretsu Forum, and Zino Society, in addition to incredibly valuable contacts, advice and connections. And maybe, just maybe, one or more will end up with a relationship that will help take their idea and their company to the next level.

Key dates:
February 6: Deadline for applying to present at the March 24 Forum
February 23-27: Initial presentation and review to screening committee and coaches
March 9: Announcement of 12 presenting companies
March 10-17: Presenters meet with coaches
March 24: First Look Forum

If you’re an entrepreneur looking for relationships with and feedback from experienced angel investors there’s no better opportunity than NWEN’s First Look Forums.

Contact: Northwest Entrepreneur Network
425-564-5701
info@nwen.org

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"Alternative Vehicles, Renewable Fuels" is the theme of the eleventh annual SolWest Renewable Energy Fair

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Date(s): July 24, 2009 (Friday) to July 26, 2009 (Sunday)
Time: 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Location: Grant County Fairgrounds in John Day, Ore.
URL: http://www.solwest.org

Description: “Alternative Vehicles, Renewable Fuels” is the theme of the eleventh annual SolWest Renewable Energy Fair July 24-26, 2009 at the Grant County Fairgrounds in John Day, OR. Admission includes over 50 free workshops on both off-grid and grid-intertied renewable energy (RE) and sustainable living topics. In-depth pre-fair workshops will cover renewable energy technology and natural building. Fifty exhibitors show tools for energy independence and lifestyle self-reliance, including solar, wind and agricultural resources. Keynote speaker Jeff Mapes, author of “Pedaling Revolution,” will inspire you to view human-powered transportation as a healthy alternative. Cost is $5 per adult per day, with weekend, youth, and family discounts, volunteers and children under 12 free. Camping is available (free for volunteers).

Contact: Jennifer Barker
541-575-3633
info@solwest.org

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This two-day conference focuses on cutting edge research in greener nanomaterials design and production.

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Date(s): March 2, 2009 (Monday) to March 3, 2009 (Tuesday)
Time: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Location: Invitrogen Corporation - Eugene, Oregon
URL: http://oregonstate.edu/conferences/greenernano2009/
Description: ONAMI Greener Nano 2009
03.02.09
Invitrogen Corp., Eugene OR

This two-day conference focuses on cutting edge research in greener nanomaterials design and production. The plenary sessions will include presentations from national and regional experts on greener design, greener production, nanoparticle characterization challenges (particularly at the bio/nano interface), and bio-distribution/tracking nanoparticles in living systems.

The confirmed evening keynote speaker for Greener Nano 2009: Dr. Hilary Godwin, UCLA School of Public Health and the California Nano Systems Institute.

The Conference:

Technical sessions in which national and regional experts will discuss:

Greener design
Greener production
Nanoparticle characterization challenges at the bio/nano interface
Biodistribution/tracking nanoparticles in living systems

Research and graduate student poster session

Reception and tour at the brand-new, state-of-the-art Lorry I. Lokey Laboratories (ONAMI Signature Research Facility) at the nearby University of Oregon
Contact: Carol Hanson
541.346.4579
carolhan@uoregon.edu

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Robbie will take you through some of his experiences in founding Cozi four years ago and what some of the original plans were for the business and how those plans have changed as the economy started falling apart right in front of his eyes.

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Date(s): February 13, 2009 (Friday)
Time: 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
Location: Bellevue Harbor Club, Bellevue, Washington
URL: http://www.nwen.org/index.php?option=com_events&Itemid=15&id=175

Description: What you will learn:
Robbie will take you through some of his experiences in founding Cozi four years ago and what some of the original plans were for the business and how those plans have changed as the economy started falling apart right in front of his eyes. He’ll examine some of the “accepted wisdom” commonly given to business leaders, and contrast that with what he’s tried to do in building Cozi. Robbie will also discuss what he thinks we all need to do in order to carry innovation through the kind of tough economic climate we, as technologists, find ourselves in currently. Given that every business is faced with unique circumstances, and that we, as entrepreneurs, have so much to learn from each other, Robbie will engage the audience to answer specific questions common to everyone.

Robbie Cape
Robbie is the CEO of Cozi; he co-founded the company in 2005. Robbie brings 15 years of experience designing software, building teams, and managing software businesses.

Robbie’s 12 years “pre-Cozi” were spent at Microsoft. In his most recent experience at Microsoft, Robbie grew a new business to add annuity software service value to the Software Assurance subscription program. The majority of Robbie's experience is in the roles of program manager, product unit manager, and general manager of the Microsoft Money business. Robbie ushered the Money business to profitability with revenues of more than $65 million and put Microsoft Money on the map as a formidable competitor to Intuit's Quicken.

Robbie has a deep love for building businesses, products, and teams that build high-quality, simple software consistently and on time. Robbie holds a B.A. in Science and Engineering from Princeton University. He lives in the suburbs of Seattle with his wife, Bonnie, and their three children, Benjamin, Noah, and Dalia.

Cost:
Regular Registration: $25 for members, $40 for non-members.
After February 9: $30 for members, $45 for non-members
Members, bring a friend for the member price!

Contact: Northwest Entrepreneur Network
425-564-5701
info@nwen.org

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The Summit's morning panel discussion on "Demand-Driven Innovation" features thought leaders who will share their insights about how the business climate, consumer decisions and the economy will impact, and be impacted by, innovation and sustainability in the state of Washington. Will innovation serve as a differentiator in the marketplace? What barriers will need to be overcome?

What are your insights into the relationship between Washington's business climate and innovation? Contribute your comments. We'll share a selection of thoughts in promotions leading up to the Summit.

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Thomas E. Plimpton is vice chairman of PACCAR, Inc, a global technology leader in the design and manufacture of premium trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR is committed to further reduce emissions and enhance fuel efficiency in its truck models and has established ambitious goals to accomplish this.

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Gifford Pinchot, who coined the term "intrapreneur," is a pioneer in integrating organizational innovation and social responsibility with profit objectives. Pinchot is co-founder and president emeritus of the Bainbridge Graduate Institute, which offers an MBA in Sustainable Business.

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Washington Technology Center announces that Washington's Innovation Summit 2009 will be held April 9, 2009 from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Meydenbauer Center in Bellevue, Washington. The event, formerly known as the 'Washington State Technology Summit,' has been renamed to reflect Washington state's global leadership in creating the appropriate atmosphere for new businesses and ideas to be brought to life.

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With the theme "Innovating to Sustain our Future," this fifth annual Summit will bring together more than 400 industry, thought and government leaders in sustainability and technology to discuss industry development in four areas: sustainable energy, innovative materials & manufacturing, urban sustainability, and healthy ecosystems.

Thomas E. Plimpton, vice chairman of PACCAR, and Gifford Pinchot III, co-founder and president emeritus of the Bainbridge Graduate Institute, will be keynote speakers.

A special discounted rate of $150 is available through December 31, 2008. An early-bird rate of $190 is available until March 6, 2009, followed by a regular rate of $230. Afternoon reception only: $45.

Register online at https://www.123signup.com/register?id=zxhjj

Sponsor and exhibitor opportunities are available.

Visit www.watechcenter.org/summit for additional information or call 206.685.1920.

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Please save April 9, 2009 on your calendar for Washington's Innovation Summit 2009 (formerly known as the Washington State Technology Summit). As we plan this event, we would appreciate a few moments of your time to answer four questions and provide us with information about what you'd like to see, hear and learn at this upcoming event.

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Washington Technology Center presents an SBIR (Small Business Innovation Research) Program for Technology Entrepreneurs seminar on October 31, 2008 at the University of Washington Bothell campus.

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Outstanding technical presentations and speeches characterized this annual event held at the Hilton Vancouver Washington September 8-10. The conference concluded with an industry panel addressing how micro/nano companies succeed in making the transition from start-up to growth.

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Contributed by Graham Evans

A panel discussion on job opportunities in Washington's growing green economy was one of the topics at the Governor's 2008 Economic and Workforce Development Conference held September 3-4 in Lynwood.

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Some 150 attendees at the Governor's Conference participated in a three-hour session addressing the business opportunities and jobs potential available as we develop a Green Economy.

The session was keynoted by Kathy Lombardo of CH2M HILL who gave an overview of what's happening around the world on sustainability. As an example of what others are doing she described the plans for Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, that is planned as the world's first sustainable city -- zero waste and 100 percent renewable energy use. Focus on these objectives is accelerating development and adoption of technology. There's more on this initiative at www.inhabitat.com and www.masdaruae.com.

Lee Cheatham (Executive Director of Washington Technology Center) then moderated a panel discussion about the potential for the state of Washington for green jobs.

Alan Hardcastle of Washington State University is working with the State of Washington Department of Community, Trade and Economic Development to establish a common set of definitions on 'green jobs' and 'green economy' and is aiming to identify both current and future jobs in the sector. He mentioned two key challenges we face -- addressing the retirement wave of some 50 percent of the workforce in the energy industry over the next 10 years and building the pipeline of trained/qualified people both to replace them and to fill other green job opportunities that are, as yet, incompletely defined.

Maury Costantini of Siemens outlined the range of jobs and specialties that his company sees arising in a sustainable economy -- from energy conservation through the supply side of biomass digesters and other energy sources through to fuel transportation and plant operators.

John Barclay of Prometheus Energy spoke of his company's work of capturing 'waste' emissions from landfills etc. and converting them to usable solid and liquid fuels.

Dean Allen of McKinstry described the potential for cost savings and job creation from 'greening the built economy.' Thirty percent of greenhouse gases arise from commercial buildings and some 65 percent of all electricity in the U.S. goes to commercial buildings. Retrofitting energy efficient technology and other devices can save 30 to 40 percent of a buildings energy consumption. Every $1 million worth of such projects can create around five to six jobs -- and if implemented across the U.S. would cut 15 percent of the nation's greenhouse gas emissions.

The afternoon concluded with discussion among breakout groups of some 25 people each, giving an opportunity to hear some of the opportunities and challenges both from a business and from an educational sector point of view. It was commented for example that no community college in the state is yet teaching energy efficiency and that companies like Schweitzer Engineering needing specialist skills in a relatively small employment market are going early into schools to coach children on the potential for them in the engineering sector.

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