Opportunities in the New Energy Economy

Blackouts, high fuel prices, environmental and security concerns-just a few of the drivers behind the next big entrepreneurial opportunity: Energy technology. Join our panel of experts for a lively discussion about the state of this emerging industry. Get an update on the competitive landscape and learn from the successes and disappointments of entrepreneurs and investors. Find out why our region is a hot spot for smart-energy businesses.<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /?>

This dinner program will be a highly interactive dialogue among experts with diverse perspectives and experiences. The panel will address key questions for business leaders, including:

• Which energy technologies are attracting investments?
• How easily can existing technologies be adapted to energy applications?
• How do founders find people, partners, funding and other resources
• What does it take to grow and exit an energy technology company
   

Who should attend: Leaders of energy-technology businesses, entrepreneurs starting companies in the sector, early-stage investors, and technologists seeking markets for innovations.

Moderator:       P.S. Reilly, Executive Vice President, Center for Smart Energy -- Industry insider and popular speaker and moderator.

Panelists:         Robin Gudgel, President, Outback Power Systems -- Founder of a company that interconnects distributed generation to buildings and the grid.

                        Gary Weiss, Partner, Teton Energy Partners -- Built and sold an energy services company and now an investor in the smart energy sector.

                        Kirk Washington, Yaletown Venture Partners -- Industry veteran turned venture capitalist investing in smart energy startups.
Gregg Semler, CEO, Quantum Leap Technology - His company manufactures innovative hydrogen fuel cells.