Partner Events

PROMOTING EUROPEAN INNOVATION

Innovation Days is an event organised by the Portuguese Innovation Agency, AdI (Agência de Inovação). It aims to promote the results of successful market-oriented R&D projects, boosting their economic exploitation and promoting new partnerships between companies, researchers and investors.

Innovation Days offers:

• An interactive exhibition of R&D Project Results that have reached the market, or are close to the market, with innovative products and services
• An open air demonstration of technologies
• A parallel programme of international conferences, workshops and brokerage events to promote the international valorisation of the results exhibited and new R&D projects.

As 2008-2009 Chair of EUREKA, Portugal has decided to expand the event to attract exhibitors, public and media from Europe and beyond. This aims to meet the Portuguese EUREKA Chairmanship objective of raising the visibility of the EUREKA label and promoting the importance of trans-frontier R&D for European competitiveness.

Heath Naquin, COO and co-founder of the Green Technology Alliance (GTA) will be presenting on market opportunity analysis and effective technology commercialization assessment strategies.


Special Session Title: Technology and Market Assessment

A workshop on the basics of effective marketing, creating a written one-page “pitch,” and application of these ideas to globally assess your technology and market potential. We will actively work on pitching and assessing your technologies during the workshop.

About The GTA

The primary mission of the Green Technology Alliance (GTA) (www.greentechnologyalliance.org) is to accelerate the adoption of green, clean and sustainable business practices, technologies and solutions.The Green Technology Alliance (GTA) is dedicated to helping individuals and organizations gain the necessary knowledge to understand the products, tools, methodologies and services that can help you better conserve resources, reduce costs, improve efficiencies and ultimately improve the bottom line.

Since 2006, the founders of the GTA have been developing and supporting an alliance of companies in the green, clean and sustainable space. In early 2008, the GTA was launched to provide the support, resources and venues that build and grow both existing technologies and emerging technologies in the Green, Clean and Sustainability space. Simply put: The GTA helps build businesses that are green, sustainable and contribute to the economy.

Contact Information

Green Technology Alliance
Heath P. Naquin
(877) GTA-4114
greentechnologyalliance.org
partner@greentechnologyalliance.org

LEEDing Our Future With Engineering

The goal of this event is to encourage the pursuit of engineering and computer science studies by “learning to LEED the future with engineering”. The girls will connect with local Women Engineers to build their own Green structure that were LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certified. Several different kinds of engineering relating to Green Design and Renewable Energy are directly connected to the planned activities and will demonstrate how their valuable contributions can have a long-term positive impact to our environment – on both a local and a global scale.

I am especially proud to be part of this special event helping our future leaders learn and apply science to life. The Girl Scouts is a critical supporter of helping build the leaders of the future, and these young ladies are truly our future, says Michelle Naquin, CEO of the Green Technology Alliance.

A special one day hands on event for the Girl Scouts Annual meeting is sponsored by Austin’s Society for Women Engineers, on April 04, 2009.

Michelle Naquin, CEO and co-founder of the Green Technology Alliance (GTA) will be open the day with a keynote on the power of choice, for ourselves personally and professionally. Green is about leadership and taking responsibility for our impact on the planet. Being part of the solution must be part of today and the future.

About The GTA

The primary mission of the Green Technology Alliance (GTA) (www.greentechnologyalliance.org) is to accelerate the adoption of green, clean and sustainable business practices, technologies and solutions.The Green Technology Alliance (GTA) is dedicated to helping individuals and organizations gain the necessary knowledge to understand the products, tools, methodologies and services that can help you better conserve resources, reduce costs, improve efficiencies and ultimately improve the bottom line.

Since 2006, the founders of the GTA have been developing and supporting an alliance of companies in the green, clean and sustainable space. In early 2008, the GTA was launched to provide the support, resources and venues that build and grow both existing technologies and emerging technologies in the Green, Clean and Sustainability space. Simply put: The GTA helps build businesses that are green, sustainable and contribute to the economy.

Contact Information

Green Technology Alliance
Michelle C. Naquin
(877) GTA-4114
greentechnologyalliance.org
partner@greentechnologyalliance.org

2009 The Power of One. The Power of Many.

Come join us for an inspiring day that will energize and renew the power of you! Learn ways to expand your sphere of influence in your work, your personal life, your community, and the world.

A special one day conference event sponsored by Austin’s AWT, is February 27, 2009. This year’s Women’s Business Conference includes keynote addresses from Nancy Graves, the Signature Coach and Consultant of Margaret Keys, and Marilyn Johnson, Vice President for Market Development at IBM. You’ll also be able to choose your own adventure with the offering of break out sessions, speed coaching and mentoring, a technology demo lab, networking, and exhibits from our generous sponsors. Continental breakfast and lunch are included in the price of admission, as well as coffee and snacks to keep you going.

Michelle Naquin, CEO and co-founder of the Green Technology Alliance (GTA) will be presenting on how green can be part of a positive power structure and help you and your organization succeed.

Special Session Title: Green Power

In the immortal words of Kermit the Frog, “It’s not easy bein’ green.” Today, it’s more important than ever that we build sustainability into all elements of our lives. Addressing better usage of our available resources can only happen when individuals and organizations understand what needs to be done and how to do it. This session provides powerful knowledge of the business value and trends emerging in the green arena, and helps identify success factors to begin building green into all areas of your organization’s operations and development. Regardless of your organizational role, improving efficiencies and reducing costs will help ensure the success of your company, your career and, ultimately, our planet.
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About The GTA

The primary mission of the Green Technology Alliance (GTA) (www.greentechnologyalliance.org) is to accelerate the adoption of green, clean and sustainable business practices, technologies and solutions.The Green Technology Alliance (GTA) is dedicated to helping individuals and organizations gain the necessary knowledge to understand the products, tools, methodologies and services that can help you better conserve resources, reduce costs, improve efficiencies and ultimately improve the bottom line.

Since 2006, the founders of the GTA have been developing and supporting an alliance of companies in the green, clean and sustainable space. In early 2008, the GTA was launched to provide the support, resources and venues that build and grow both existing technologies and emerging technologies in the Green, Clean and Sustainability space. Simply put: The GTA helps build businesses that are green, sustainable and contribute to the economy.

Contact Information

Green Technology Alliance
Michelle C. Naquin
(877) GTA-4114
greentechnologyalliance.org
partner@greentechnologyalliance.org

Our Special VIP IBM Green Solutions event will start with networking and breakfast then introductions from IBM leadership on their commitment to green and the GTA. The special emphasis of this event is effectively evaluating and implementing Green Technology that demonstrates and delivers a strong ROI.

A VIP event for senior level IT and business decision makers. Sponsored by IBM, and the Green Technology Alliance.

Green technology is an imperative today not only because of the challenges facing our planet but because of the challenges facing the people on our planet. We not only need to conserve and protect our resources but we must also find better ways to build economies in disadvantaged areas and sustain and grow the economy in first world countries. The reality is known what isn’t understood is how to do it. IBM has a special commitment to green and has developed software, hardware and new platforms that can offer unique efficiences. The GTA is proud to offer this special pre-release sneak peek at some of the new programs and products IBM will be launching. This is a must attend event for senior executives looking for next generation solutions to deploy, build, develop or offer.

Customers, ISV and Reseller partners are invited to this unique event. Learn about IBM’s new Green Programs, includes new products and platforms, services and programs targeted at delivering new and of course green datacenter efficiencies. Join us for a special preview of IBM’s Project Big Green and other programs unique to the IBM Innovation Center.

The GTA is proud to offer this special pre-release sneak peek at some of the new programs and products IBM will be launching, Michelle Naquin, CEO of the Green Technology Alliance. This is a must attend event for senior executives looking for next generation solutions to deploy, build, develop or offer.

IBM has collected a diverse set of technologies and services that offer real tools and solutions to the problems facing organizations today– how to do more with less. These solutions offer efficiencies to organizations that span the full spectrum of operational requirements. The event will include a tour of IBM’s Austin DEMOCentral their very own green datacenter (in progress).

This special VIP event will conclude with more networking and a catered lunch in the executive briefing center. Please note: Space is extremely limited and registrations must be confirmed. Please fill out the registration form to apply for your VIP pass to this special event.

SCHEDULE:

08:30-09:00 Continental Breakfast

09:00-09:10 IBM Innovation Center Overview

09:10-09:30 Welcome and Intro

09:30-10:30 Presentation: Partnering with IBM on a Green strategy for your IT solutions.

10:30-12:00 IBM Austin DEMOcentral: Green Datacenter Tour

12:15-1:15 Lunch

Cost: Free

About The GTA

The primary mission of the Green Technology Alliance (GTA) (www.greentechnologyalliance.org) is to accelerate the adoption of green, clean and sustainable business practices, technologies and solutions.The Green Technology Alliance (GTA) is dedicated to helping individuals and organizations gain the necessary knowledge to understand the products, tools, methodologies and services that can help you better conserve resources, reduce costs, improve efficiencies and ultimately improve the bottom line.

Since 2006, the founders of the GTA have been developing and supporting an alliance of companies in the green, clean and sustainable space. In early 2008, the GTA was launched to provide the support, resources and venues that build and grow both existing technologies and emerging technologies in the Green, Clean and Sustainability space. Simply put: The GTA helps build businesses that are green, sustainable and contribute to the economy.

Contact Information

Green Technology Alliance
Michelle C. Naquin
(877) GTA-4114
greentechnologyalliance.org
partner@greentechnologyalliance.org

Green Technology Alliance (GTA) Founder Chosen as Featured Panelist on Green Technology for Affiniscape National Partner Conference.

Green Technology Alliance (GTA) founder Heath Naquin has been selected as a featured panelist for the Affiniscape National Partner Conference. He will be speaking on organizational best practices related to the adoption of green technologies.

We are excited and honored to have Heath serve as a panelist for the Affiniscape National Partner Conference, states Michelle Naquin, Green Technology Alliance, Chief Executive Officer. “Education and awareness on the impacts of green technologies across organizations is critical to the successful adoption of green business practices.

Affiniscape is the leading source for technology, revenue services and affinity programs in the association industry. Committed to delivering superior offerings, Affiniscape collaborates with its partners to help them increase revenue, improve efficiency and increase member loyalty. With more than 100 combined years of deep industry expertise, business resources and a proven track record, Affiniscape can mobilize the right people, talents and technologies to help associations realize the value of their network. Affiniscape currently works with over 650 association partners making it one of the most trusted brand in the industry.

About The GTA

The primary mission of the Green Technology Alliance (GTA) (www.greentechnologyalliance.org) is to accelerate the adoption of green, clean and sustainable business practices, technologies and solutions.The Green Technology Alliance (GTA) is dedicated to helping individuals and organizations gain the necessary knowledge to understand the products, tools, methodologies and services that can help you better conserve resources, reduce costs, improve efficiencies and ultimately improve the bottom line.

Since 2006, the founders of the GTA have been developing and supporting an alliance of companies in the green, clean and sustainable space. In early 2008, the GTA was launched to provide the support, resources and venues that build and grow both existing technologies and emerging technologies in the Green, Clean and Sustainability space. Simply put: The GTA helps build businesses that are green, sustainable and contribute to the economy.

Contact Information

Green Technology Alliance
Michelle C. Naquin
(877) GTA-4114
greentechnologyalliance.org
partner@greentechnologyalliance.org

The International Association of Software Architects (IASA) is the premier association focused on the architecture profession through the advancement of best practices and education while delivering programs and services to IT architects of all levels around the world.

A special two day conference event sponsored by Sun Microsystems and hosted by the IASA is planned in Dallas for November 6th and 7th, 2008. Michelle Naquin, CEO and co-founder of the Green Technology Alliance (GTA) will be presenting on the challenges and opportunities in greening your IT Architecture.

Session Title: Building Energy Efficient IT Infrastructures… an Architect’s Challenge and Opportunity

The primary function of the Architect regardless of role is to bridge knowledge from disparate parts into one whole. Nothing is more true or relevant when building green, clean and sustainable IT. In fact, the IT architect is THE critical component for success, whether you build software or a customer’s infrastructure. Bottom line, success will require the bridging skills of the architect to transform the challenges of sustainability into opportunity.

Become part of the solution and learn how to ensure your organization’s green initiatives are successful. Learn how to engage your bridging skills to address the unique and amplified challenges of the green sector. This session will arm you with an understanding of the 5 key challenges to going green. More importantly, armed with that knowledge and your skills will help you build the bridges to help your company and customers Go Green Now!

About The GTA

The primary mission of the Green Technology Alliance (GTA) (www.greentechnologyalliance.org) is to accelerate the adoption of green, clean and sustainable business practices, technologies and solutions.The Green Technology Alliance (GTA) is dedicated to helping individuals and organizations gain the necessary knowledge to understand the products, tools, methodologies and services that can help you better conserve resources, reduce costs, improve efficiencies and ultimately improve the bottom line.

Since 2006, the founders of the GTA have been developing and supporting an alliance of companies in the green, clean and sustainable space. In early 2008, the GTA was launched to provide the support, resources and venues that build and grow both existing technologies and emerging technologies in the Green, Clean and Sustainability space. Simply put: The GTA helps build businesses that are green, sustainable and contribute to the economy.

Contact Information

Green Technology Alliance
Michelle C. Naquin
(877) GTA-4114
greentechnologyalliance.org
partner@greentechnologyalliance.org

As a valued part of the Green Technology Alliance, you are invited to attend Computerworld’s Green IT Symposium, September 17-18, 2008 at The Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in National Harbor , MD (10 miles south of Washington , DC ).
***SPECIAL OFFER***

The GTA is a media sponsor for Computer World premier Green IT Symposium. We are pleased to offer our members the opportunity to Register today and be one of the first 100 people to receive a complimentary registration (valued at $595) to attend the conference. To register with this complimentary offer, please visit: http://www.greenitsymposium.com/Registration/gta

What we’ll cover:

While the lower costs and environmental benefits associated with greener IT have long been proven, power consumption by the world’s data centers has doubled since 2000 and continues to grow. What’s more, this doesn’t consider the footprint of technology outside the data center. So what are world-class CIOs and their teams doing to curb power consumption, environmental danger, and ongoing costs? How are early adopters of green IT philosophies creating and managing their green IT game plan? And what regulatory requirements are moving the conversation beyond social responsibility to required action?

Why you should attend:

Whether your priorities are to lower costs, comply with regulations, outline a green IT strategy for your entire organization, or to simply find out why 80% of IT executives say green IT is of growing importance to their organization, Computerworld’s Green IT Symposium will help.

When you attend, you’ll hear how leading IT executives are meeting these objectives, and you’ll network with peers who face the same challenges and opportunities.

Top Green IT Presenters Include:

• AUSTIN ENERGY: Andres Carvallo, Chief Information Officer
• DISCOVERY COMMUNICATIONS: Dave Kline, Chief Information Officer
• HIGHMARK: Mark Wood, Director, Data Center Infrastructure
• MARRIOTT: Dan Blanchard, Vice President, Enterprise Operations
• PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC: Patrick Lawicki, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer
• PERKINS + WILL: Richard Nitzsche, Chief Information Officer, AA LEED AP
• STANFORD UNIVERSITY : Jonathan Koomey, Ph.D., Project Scientist, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and Consulting Professor
• WACHOVIA: Jacob Hall, Vice President and Chief Architect, Corporate Investment Banking
• U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY: Andrew Fanara, Team Leader, ENERGY STAR® Product Specifications Development Group

See the latest agenda

Call for Nominations: “Best Practices in Green IT” Awards:

Computerworld’s Green IT Symposium, is seeking IT user-organization case study submissions for its “Best Practices in Green IT” Awards Program. Award nominations will now be accepted until August 1st, 2008 and can be made at: http://bestpractices.computerworld.com/2008/GreenIT/

We look forward to seeing you at Computerworld’s Green IT Symposium this September in National Harbor , MD !

About The GTA

The primary mission of the Green Technology Alliance (GTA) (www.greentechnologyalliance.org) is to accelerate the adoption of green, clean and sustainable business practices, technologies and solutions.The Green Technology Alliance (GTA) is dedicated to helping individuals and organizations gain the necessary knowledge to understand the products, tools, methodologies and services that can help you better conserve resources, reduce costs, improve efficiencies and ultimately improve the bottom line.

Since 2006, the founders of the GTA have been developing and supporting an alliance of companies in the green, clean and sustainable space. In early 2008, the GTA was launched to provide the support, resources and venues that build and grow both existing technologies and emerging technologies in the Green, Clean and Sustainability space. Simply put: The GTA helps build businesses that are green, sustainable and contribute to the economy.

Contact Information

Green Technology Alliance
Michelle C. Naquin
(877) GTA-4114
greentechnologyalliance.org
partner@greentechnologyalliance.org

As a valued part of the Green Technology Alliance, you are invited to attend our Green IT Summit co-hosted @ innoTech Austin, October 16, 2008 at The Austin Convention Center.

Our partnership with the GTA for InnoTech Austin enables our attendees and sponsors to gain first hand exposure and knowledge to products, solutions and best practices in green. — Sean Lowery, Executive Director, Prospera Events.

Don’t forget to visit the GTA at booth 122.

SCHEDULE:

9:30 AM Clean Technology Industry Update

Energy & the Economy: The Critical Energy Technologies of the Future

Michael Webber, Associate Director of the Center for International Energy and Environmental Policy, Jackson School of Geosciences

In this talk, Dr. Webber will give an overview of the modern-day energy problem, the connections between energy and the economy, and the critical energy technologies of the future that be brought online to solve the problem without upending the economy. Basic data, statistics, concepts and humorous anecdotes will be used to convey the key message: something needs to change.

11:00 AM Embracing Change with Green IT: An Applied Materials Case Study

Greg Aldrich, Head of Production Services, Global Information Services, Applied Materials

Applied Materials’ IT organization plays a critical role in helping the company reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. This case study will address how IT is contributing to Applied’s green strategy through innovative programs from the data center to the desk top, from collaboration tools to socially responsible outsourcing.

1:00 PM The Evolving Data Center: From Red To Green

Kevin Harris, Green Infrastructure Architect, IBM

Michelle Noriega, Senior Conservation Program Specialist, Demand Side Management Division, Austin Energy

Troy Toman, Vice President of Operations and Customer Care, Rackspace

Moderated By: David Power, President, Green Planet Energy

Technology vendors are pushing Green Computing, but are they just Green Washing? The challenge for IT executives is to evaluate green initiatives in a context that makes sense for senior management. Green computing strategies should focus on power conservation, energy efficiency, reliability and cost savings.

• What exactly is a “Green Data Center” and how do you get one?
• What other technologies are on the horizon that can potentially help save space, power and cooling?
• What can we do if we can’t start from scratch with a new facility?
• Is outsourcing still a viable model, or are they facing the same issues?

2:30 PM Virtualization: The Key to Greening Your IT Infrastructure

Roger Wheatly, Sun Microsystems

Using more energy efficient CPU’s delivers very small returns relative to reducing energy consumption (2-10% depending on the report). Whereas, virtualization can deliver up to 80% reduction in energy consumption through reducing the number of servers and of course the reduced cooling required. This session will help you build your business case and learn how to leverage virtualization as a key tool in greening your IT infrastructure.

3:30 PM Green Technology: Can It Show You the Green?

Michelle Noriega, Senior Conservation Program Specialist, Demand Side Management Division, Austin Energy

Ian Seaton, Manager, Technology Marketing, Chatsworth Products, Inc.

Mike Barron, Director of Product Marketing, ClearCube Technology

Ray Wolf, Executive Vice President & GM, TechTurn

Moderated By: Matthew Parente, President/Founder, Aperio Marketing, Inc.

The technology showcase panel will highlight several products, platforms, software and technologies from industry leaders that can help you improve your resource utilization, lower costs and even increase your productivity. Understanding the products that are out there is the first step to help you differentiate between marketing versus reality. One of the most critical pieces to evaluating and implementing green technologies in your organization is being able to rate different technologies based on the solution they offer. Learn how to effectively evaluate technology based on the total solution relative of course to sustainability and operational efficiencies.

About The GTA

The primary mission of the Green Technology Alliance (GTA) (www.greentechnologyalliance.org) is to accelerate the adoption of green, clean and sustainable business practices, technologies and solutions.The Green Technology Alliance (GTA) is dedicated to helping individuals and organizations gain the necessary knowledge to understand the products, tools, methodologies and services that can help you better conserve resources, reduce costs, improve efficiencies and ultimately improve the bottom line.

Since 2006, the founders of the GTA have been developing and supporting an alliance of companies in the green, clean and sustainable space. In 2008, the GTA was launched to provide the support, resources and venues that build and grow both existing technologies and emerging technologies in the Green, Clean and Sustainability space. Simply put: The GTA helps build businesses that are green, sustainable and contribute to the economy.

Contact Information

Green Technology Alliance
Michelle C. Naquin
(877) GTA-4114
greentechnologyalliance.org
partner@greentechnologyalliance.org