July 16 Application Deadline to Present at NREL's Industry Growth Forum

"REMINDER: Deadline for Applications is JULY 16

NREL's Industry Growth Forum is the premier event for innovative clean energy start-ups to maximize their exposure to receptive venture capital, corporate investors, and strategic partners. From the application process to being selected to present, this business competition provides several opportunities for entrepreneurs to prepare, refine and present their business to a wide range of investors and potential partners. Since 2003, the presenting seed, early stage, and expanding cleantech companies have collectively raised more than $3.4 billion in growth financing. In essence, the Forum provides the infrastructure and expertise needed to bring breakthrough ideas to fruition.

The deadline for companies to submit applications to present at the Industry Growth Forum is quickly approaching. To find instructions and apply, please visit CleanEnergyForum.com

7 Tips To Help You With Your Application:

1 ) Provide clear description of management team and experience
2 ) Clearly defined market strategy
3) Recognize competitors - every company has competitors regardless of technology
4) Only include non-proprietary information
5) Avoid unrealistic claims such as, "we only need 1% of the market"
6) Download the template that includes instructions on application webpage
7) Email contacts listed below for examples of successful applications

IMPORTANT DATES:
June 1st: Begin Accepting Applications
July 16: Application Deadline
August 30th: Finalists Announced
September: Coaching & Mentoring of Finalists
October 19-21st: NREL's 23rd Industry Growth Forum

The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is pleased to invite emerging clean energy startups from across the globe to apply to present their business opportunity at the 23rd Industry Growth Forum to be held October 19-21, 2010 in Denver. This event features:

Investment pitches from 34 competitively selected clean energy companies
Organized one-on-one meetings with leading VC's and strategic investors
Provocative panels led by thought leaders

The NREL Forum is the perfect venue for growing companies to prepare, refine, and present their business to a wide range of investors and potential partners. The best presenters are awarded cash prizes and commercialization services from NREL.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO APPLY TO PRESENT?
$250 USD -Application Fee
$100 USD -Reduced Forum Registration Fee*
*All applicants qualify for the reduced Registration Rate

WHY APPLY:
- Secure financing and understand leading investors' strategies
- Refine your strategy and pitch through pre-event mentoring and detailed dialogue and feedback at the event from the expert investor panel
- An opportunity to sign-up for 10-minute "One-on-One Meetings" with 40 leading clean energy investors, angels, and strategic partners

- Expand your network through hundreds of the world's leading clean energy investors, executives, and technologists
- Compete to win the 2010 NREL Clean Energy Venture Award, including cash-prizes and commercialization services from NREL

What if I am not selected as a Finalist?
As an applicant, you will receive:
- During the Review & Selection Process -
- Exposure to over 120 North American investors who have an opportunity to review your application
- Valuable and direct feedback from investor reviewers

At the Forum
- One reduced price registration to attend the Forum ($100 USD)
- An opportunity to see and learn from the investment pitch of other clean energy companies
- An opportunity to expand your network and mingle with investors, energy executives, NREL scientists, and other leading clean energy entrepreneurs from across the globe

Quick Links
Apply to Present
More about the Forum
Hotel & Registration

Contact Us
For more information about the 23rd Industry Growth Forum, visit CleanEnergyForum.com

Application and Selection Contacts
Jennifer Field 303-275-3081 Jennifer.Field@nrel.gov
Kate Cheesbrough 303-275-4471 Kate.Cheesbrough@nrel.gov"