Results of the 16th NREL Industry Growth Forum - Pictures The 16th NREL Industry Growth Forum was held on November 17-19, 2003,in Austin, Texas. This event united emerging clean energy technology companies from across the country with presentations will promote and enhance the success of new ventures, emerging businesses, and the growth of entrepreneurship in the clean energy sector. Some of the following documents are available as Adobe Acrobat PDFs. Download Acrobat Reader. Monday, November 17, 2003 A Texas-style reception was held on November 17th, 2003 and featured Austin's Mayor Will Wynn as the guest speaker. The reception allowed participants to enjoy hors d'oeuvres and networking with investors, entrepreneurs and energy executives. Select the photo to view it full screen. Tuesday, November 18, 2003 The General Session of the 16th NREL Industry Growth Forum was opened by Forum Chairman, L. Marty Murphy, and the Director of the Clean Energy Incubator in Austin, Richard Amato. Other keynote speakers included NREL's Director of Technology Transfer, Tom A. Williams and the Texas Commissioner of the Public Utility, Paul Hudson. Wednesday, November 19, 2003 The General Session of the 16th NREL Industry Growth Forum concluded with an awards luncheon featuring keynote speaker Bill Beckenbaugh, Chief Operating Officer, Konarka Technologies. A "special" award was given to Forum Chairman L. Marty Murphy. The National Clean Energy Venture Awards were presented by Julie Brokaw of Bechtel Corporation and Richard Amato of the Clean Energy Incubator. Awardees included: Advent Solar, Inc. Rusty Schmit, President and CEO Albuquerque, New Mexico ISE Corporation Michael C. Simon, CEO San Diego, California Power Tube, Inc. Glen Lovelace, CEO Austin, Texas Questions or Comments? Contact: Dr. L. Marty Murphy Manager, Enterprise Development Programs 1617 Cole Boulevard Golden, CO 80401-3305 303-275-3050

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