The Rice Alliance is currently seeking applications from energy and clean technology companies to present at this exciting, one-day event to be held on Thursday, September 25, 2008. This event represents networking and learning opportunities for entrepreneurs, researchers, investment professional and business executives serving the energy industry.
Who should apply to present?
Energy & Clean Technology companies involved in (but not limited to):
- Alternative, clean or sustainable energy
- O&G exploration and production
- O&G refining and marketing
- Electricity and power generation
- Energy storage, transportation, efficiency or conservation
- Environmental remediation
- Software applications for the energy/clean tech industry
What are the presentation categories?
- Business Plan:
Five companies will be selected to give a 10-minute business plan presentation ad receive feedback from an investor panel. - Elevator Pitch:
Up to 40 companies will be selected to give a 90-second elevator pitch.
- Company Showcase:
Up to 40 companies will be selected to participate in this trade-show style event featuring tabletop displays, 4:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Why should companies apply to present?
- To gain access to potential funding
- To gain visibility and traction within the life science community
- To attract potential customers
- To cultivate alliances or partnerships
- To increase networking
- Go gain other kinds of business support
How to apply
Submit an electronic version of your two-page, non-confidential executive summary to tvforum@rice.edu by Friday, August 8, 2008
For suggested guidelines for preparing an executive summary, read this.
Deadline for Submitting Executive Summaries:Â Friday, August 8 (5:00 pm CDST)
For complete competition and application details, click here.
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