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Eco-Advanced: Fisker Unveils its Sunset Luxury Convertible PHEV

Byron McCann — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 01:47:37 +0000

It doesn’t get much better than a 100 MPG plug-in hybrid convertible with 400 hp that’s beautifully crafted by a company who is well focused on a successful formula for success in the global luxury automobile market that eco-advanced.

Check out the Luxist feature from the Chicago Auto Show:
http://www.luxist.com/tag/Fisker+Automotive/

Clean Tech Open Awards Gala – NW Region

Byron McCann — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 23:38:33 +0000

After six months of busy competition, the twelve clean tech semi-finalists will be highlighted at the Clean Tech Open Awards Gala on October 29th at the ACT Theatre. Governor Gregoire will keynote the event and Byron McCann, NW Region Clean Tech Open Co-chair, and Managing Partner of Ascent, will emcee.

Three finalists will be selected from the NW region who will then go to San Francisco on November 17th for the national Clean Tech Open Awards Gala.

“I am proud of the innovative and dedicated effort these clean tech entrepreneurs have given to the competition and know that they will form the basis of a vibrant clean tech economy for the NW and the US in the coming years,” said Byron McCann of Ascent.

Energy Summit Builds Momentum

Byron McCann — Mon, 18 May 2009 02:07:22 +0000

Over 750 people attended the Washington Energy Summit on May 4, 2009, to focus on how we can collaborate to drive our sustainable energy future forward. Rogers Weed, Director of the Washington State Department of Commerce (formerly known as CTED), presided over the meeting and introduced Governor Gregoire who provided a heightened sense of priority for WA state to develop this essential industry.

Of great interest were several breakout sessions including smart grid and project financing. What is important is to follow and build upon the ongoing conversation.

Clean Tech Open Competition

Byron McCann — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 05:49:07 +0000

I’ll be speaking at the Clean Tech Open Competition! This is an excellent competition for clean tech start-ups to gain traction.

Join us for the Official Launch of the
2009 Pacific Northwest Clean Tech Open Competition!
Wednesday, April 15 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm

RSVP here.

Join us for the Clean Tech Open’s inaugural Pacific Northwest Regional Competition kick-off. Learn about the successes of the competition in California and why expanding to the Pacific Northwest is both essential and an exciting opportunity for local entrepreneurs. We will be announcing the prize package and structure of the regional competition as well as highlighting the National Prize—the largest prize package ever in the history of the Clean Tech Open.

5:30 PM to 6:30 PM — Registration and Cocktail Reception
6:30 PM to 7:15 PM — Introduction to the Clean Tech Open and Official Launch
7:15 PM to 7:30 PM — Q&A, Networking and Enter the Competition

Speakers Include:

Byron McCann and John Pierce, Regional Co-Chairs
Alumni Presentation, Charlie Chrissman, Goose Networks, In.c
Rex Northen, Executive Director, Clean Tech Open

Who Should Attend:

Paid contestants and potential contestants of the 2009 Competition
Professionals looking to join a team or find team members to enter the competition
Members of the public interested in clean tech start-ups and being part of the clean tech revolution
Professionals interested in mentoring entrepreneurs or judging contestants’ business plans
Potential investors, sponsors, and customers of clean tech companies
All those interested to hear the expansion plans for Clean Tech Open, as well as the full details of the National Winning Prize package

Location:

Arctic Club Hotel
700 Third Avenue, Seattle, Washington

Directions and Map

Be sure to RSVP for the Launch Event soon! We look forward to having you join us.

Who We Are
The Clean Tech Open is a catalyst for clean tech innovation. A non-profit organization founded in 2006, it provides today’s clean tech innovators with the tools, training and connections they need to become tomorrow’s viable clean tech businesses. The core of the Clean Tech Open is an annual regional business competition, supported by expert volunteers and mentors, that provides entrepreneurs with the crucial business training, services and insights they need to successfully go to market. The Clean Tech Open has assisted dozens of companies in raising nearly $140M in funding, and spurred the creation of hundreds of jobs in California. Fueled by a network of over 400 volunteers and sponsors, the Clean Tech Open unites the public and private sectors in a shared vision for making America’s clean tech sector a thriving economic engine. Past alumni successes include Adura Technologies, Cool Earth Solar and GreenVolts.

For more information, visit: www.CleanTechOpen.com

Contact Us
To participate in the competition: pnw_contestants@cleantechopen.com
For media inquiries: pnw_media@cleantechopen.com
To volunteer: pnw_volunteers@cleantechopen.com
For sponsorship opportunities: pnw_sponsors@cleantechopen.com
Any other questions: pnw_info@cleantechopen.com