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MIT Sloan Sales Conference—Sell or Sink: Navigate the Crisis

The Third Annual MIT Sloan Sales Conference offers an agenda geared towards selling in the current economic crisis, as well as sessions on CEO leadership challenges, lessons from past recessions, innovative sales models, and workshops on technology, communications and more. The keynote speakers are Bill McDermott, President, Global Field Operations, SAP and Robert Cialdini, Ph.D., … Continue reading “MIT Sloan Sales Conference—Sell or Sink: Navigate the Crisis”

MIT Sustainability Summit, Discovering New Dimensions for Growth

The MIT Sustainability Summit, Discovering New Dimensions for Growth, brings together students, engineers, business leaders, academics, environmental activists, and public servants. Panel discussions—based on hypothetical but realistic scenarios—will focus on how to progress toward sustainability in a recession, how to measure the success of sustainability practices, and what opportunities for innovation and collaboration in sustainability are … Continue reading “MIT Sustainability Summit, Discovering New Dimensions for Growth”

IgniteChange Boston

From the event description: “A participant generated un-conference event designed to give the community a platform to share ideas on how to apply innovation and creativity to solve social issues currently impacting both our local and global communities. IgniteChange is made up of two important parts: 1. The presentations from those in the community. 2. … Continue reading “IgniteChange Boston”

Zino Society’s Green Investment Forum

Twelve early-stage companies in the cleantech industry will be selected to make presentations at the Zino Society’s third annual Green Investment Forum. Judges will select a winner who will receive a $50,000 investment,. and awards will also go to the Best Presenter, and Best Investment Opportunity. The application deadline for entrepreneurs is Noon on March … Continue reading “Zino Society’s Green Investment Forum”

Full Disclosure: Financial Relationships Between Life Sciences Companies and Medical Doctors

Biocom has invited Bill Huron, the chief compliance officer at Sorin, and Carol Clove, UCLA’s chief compliance officer, to discuss increasing public scrutiny of payments by life sciences companies to doctors. The experts will discuss the rules governing financial relationships, revisions to the AdvaMed Code, recent government enforcement actions and pending legislation. Partner Mike Scarano … Continue reading “Full Disclosure: Financial Relationships Between Life Sciences Companies and Medical Doctors”

Biotechnology for Non-Science Business Professionals

San Diego Biocom has organized this all-day seminar to provide a concise overview of the key concepts of modern biology and an introduction to the technology and terminology used in the biotech and medical device industries. Classes are specifically geared toward the non-science professional who needs to better understand industry terminology, techniques and issues. Register … Continue reading “Biotechnology for Non-Science Business Professionals”

The CIO in a Downturn Economy

Gartner managing vice president Barbara Gomoloski and local CIOs, or Chief Information Officers, discuss their insights and strategies for success amid the economic crisis. Find out what San Diego IT executive are doing to get ahead. Registration begins at 7 a.m., or register online here.

What Went Wrong With the Math? The Financial Crisis and Analytic Models

University of San Diego Law School Professor Frank Partnoy discusses the erroneous assumptions underlying financial models used by Wall Street’s power houses before the fall. Portnoy also plans to discuss historical parallels to the market meltdown of 2008 and new opportunities for software analytics in the financial industry. Registration begins at 5:30 pm, or register … Continue reading “What Went Wrong With the Math? The Financial Crisis and Analytic Models”

California Clean Innovation Conference

This all-day conference on clean technology provides an opportunity to network with industry leaders. The focus will be on energy, transportation and water technologies. Panels will cover energy storage, thermal waste conversion technologies, and alternative vehicle technologies. Registration opens at 8 am, or register online here.

Frontiers in Science and Technology

Frank Gordon of SPAWAR, the Navy’s San Diego-based Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command, will discuss the latest innovations in the field. Gordon heads the navigation and applied sciences department at SPAWAR Systems Center on Point Loma.

Solar Power Finance and Investment Summit

This all-day seminar on solar power company financing brings together solar companies, venture capitalists, private equity, investment bankers, lenders and other financial players. Topics include the financial crisis and its impact on solar power, the impact on new policies and incentives, as well as perspectives from venture capital and private equity. Register here

Leveraging High-Tech Assets For Your Company’s Growth

Who owns the products and technology resulting from high-tech strategic alliances and joint ventures? To answer that question, San Diego Connect and the Foley and Lardner law firm have organized this panel on ways to protect intellectual assets like software, hardware and know-how. Online registration is here.

How to Succeed at a Web Startup Without Quitting Your Day Job

In their spare time, two friends designed and launched Manvite.com, a free alternative to Evite geared to men. The talk will describe their journey, including how they built the application, created the business structure, and used free and low-cost tools to make their vision a reality on a shoestring budget. Register online through the San … Continue reading “How to Succeed at a Web Startup Without Quitting Your Day Job”

First Look Forum

The Northwest Entrepreneur Network (NWEN) is hosting an investment forum and reception targeted at early stage entrepreneurs who haven’t previously presented and are in the pre-funding stage of their trajectory. Twelve companies will be selected to give their three-minute pitches. The audience will then vote to determine the top five companies. These five companies will … Continue reading “First Look Forum”

The Smart Grid: Powerful ideas for keeping us cool, connected, and competitive

Washington State University and the Washington Clean Technology Alliance are hosting a lunch event and panel discussion on the smart grid. We expect electricity at the flip of a switch. But the electric power grid—marvel of the early 1900s—limped into the twenty-first century overworked, underdeveloped, and headed for a meltdown. What is a “smart grid,” … Continue reading “The Smart Grid: Powerful ideas for keeping us cool, connected, and competitive”

Microsoft’s Ray Ozzie on Cloud Computing

Ray Ozzie, Microsoft’s chief software architect, is the headline speaker at the annual State of Technology luncheon organized by the Technology Alliance. University of Washington computer science professor Ed Lazowska will interview Ozzie, to learn about Microsoft’s initiatives in cloud computing and other new technologies. Individual tickets are $85 in advance. Networking and registration start … Continue reading “Microsoft’s Ray Ozzie on Cloud Computing”

Contemporary Topics in the Energy Field

The University of Washington will host a National Academy of Engineering Regional Meeting and Public Symposium devoted to Contemporary Topics in the Energy Field on Tuesday, March 17, 2009. The public symposium begins at 1:15 p.m. in the Walker-Ames Room (room 225), Kane Hall (see directions and information here; registration is appreciated but not required). … Continue reading “Contemporary Topics in the Energy Field”

The Business Impact of Massachusetts Data Security Regulations

Implementation of Massachusetts’ new data security regulations has twice been postponed. But come January 1, 2010, every business will have to reckon with the changes, which require encryption of all private customer records. Peritus Security Partners, Sophos, and its local subsidiary Utimaco are hosting a series of information sessions in Boston, Newton, and Springfield on … Continue reading “The Business Impact of Massachusetts Data Security Regulations”

Social Media Marketing with David Meerman Scott

MassNetComms hosts an evening keynote talk and panel discussion on harnessing social media marketing, featuring marketing strategist David Meerman Scott, author of The New Rules of Marketing and PR and World Wide Rave. MassNetComms members get in for $40, others $80; all attendees will receive a copy of World Wide Rave. Information and registration here.

A One-Night Case Study: Benchmark Revenue Management

Founded eight years ago, Benchmark Revenue Management has established its business and technology to help hospitals become more efficient and more effective. Now the San Diego startup is nearing a crossroads. The MIT Enterprise Forum has organized an expert panel to help Benchmark assess its options. Registration begins at 5 pm, or register online here.

The State of Video on the Internet

Video on the Internet is hot – especially with the success of YouTube and social networking technologies like Facebook. Some of Boston’s leading technologists and strategists discuss key issues facing their companies such as privacy, customer experience, and funding at this speaker series event. See the event listing for a speaker list and directions.

MITEF Venture Lab: Financing a Startup in a Downturn

Join MIT Enterprise Forum Venture Lab on March 5th for the second event of the MITEF’s “Startup in a Downturn” series, and learn how to overcome the challenge of financing your new business in today’s unique economic climate. Learn tips and tricks from our expert speakers as they share their knowledge, experience and perspective on … Continue reading “MITEF Venture Lab: Financing a Startup in a Downturn”

Forging Partnerships With Big IT and Software Companies

A discussion of real-world strategies for senior executives at emerging companies on what it takes to form a winning partnership with large companies. The San Diego Software Industry Council has invited Irwin Rodrigues of Boatracs to moderate. Panelists are Dana Poirier of Qualcomm, Hieu Bui of WebAssist, and Bruce Aboudara of Hewlett-Packard’s Software & Solutions … Continue reading “Forging Partnerships With Big IT and Software Companies”

Enhancing Interface Design and User Experience

The San Diego Software Industry Council has organized this panel discussion to help companies understand how to use their existing resources to improve website user experiences in ways increase customer satisfaction, adoption, retention, and revenue. The session moderator is Sean Van Tyne of Fair Isaac, and the panelists are Teena Singh of Oracle, Mark Hall … Continue reading “Enhancing Interface Design and User Experience”

Look at Cloud Computing From Both Sides Now

Cloud computing represents a new wave of innovation that can enable business to drive down costs and provide potentially unlimited services for business partners and customers. The San Diego Software Industry Council has invited Woody Pewitt, a Microsoft technology evangelist, Ned Curic, a Microsoft platform strategy advisor, and Rodney Guzman of InterKnowlogy. Networking and registration … Continue reading “Look at Cloud Computing From Both Sides Now”

Seeing the Ocean Through Autonomous Eyes

Technology improvements now allow some autonomous underwater vehicles, or AUVs, to navigate the oceans for upwards of 1,000 miles. San Diego Connect has organized this luncheon presentation by Professor Russ Davis, director of the instrument development group at UC San Diego’s Scripps Institution of Oceanography. His lecture describes his recent work with AUVs, including their … Continue reading “Seeing the Ocean Through Autonomous Eyes”

Xconomy Forum: Tomorrow’s Biotech—Innovators and Innovations

New England is home to a dazzling array of today’s most successful biotech inventors, companies, and technologies. But who are the innovators who will help perpetuate our region’s global lead in life sciences in the years and decades to come? What are the local innovations that will help transform the way we treat and prevent … Continue reading “Xconomy Forum: Tomorrow’s Biotech—Innovators and Innovations”

Harnessing IT for Energy: Washington’s Next Tech Sector?

Washington is home to some of the most advanced companies building products to revolutionize energy management. From smart meters to smart grids, we’re leading the country in creating innovative solutions. But is there more? Could Energy Management be the next growth tech sector for Washington? Come to the World Trade Center in Seattle for WTIA’s … Continue reading “Harnessing IT for Energy: Washington’s Next Tech Sector?”

News in the Internet Era: Newsvine CEO Mike Davidson

Mike Davidson, co-founder and CEO of Newsvine, will be the featured speaker at the University of Washington Alumni Association’s Fostering Innovation Lunch series. Newsvine, a wholly-owned subsidiary of MSNBC, assembles stories from a variety of sources around the world and allows users to edit articles for individual use. For more information about how to register, … Continue reading “News in the Internet Era: Newsvine CEO Mike Davidson”

Greenomics: Creating Profitable Businesses in a Green and Clean World

The MIT Enterprise Forum and AeA are hosting this event to learn from experts in green investment, government policy, and entrepreneurial communities as they help us understand issues and opportunities for clean technology and green solution development businesses in the Pacific Northwest. The discussion will provide entrepreneurs with the information they need to put the … Continue reading “Greenomics: Creating Profitable Businesses in a Green and Clean World”

New Forms of Wind Power and the Incentive for Out of the Box Thinking on Energy

Saul Griffith—MIT-trained material scientist and mechanical engineer, Lemelson-MIT Prize winner, Macarthur Fellow—will be at Harvard February 25 to talk about his latest startup, Makani Power. The company is seeking to harness high-altitude wind energy to produce energy at an unsubsidized real cost significantly below that of the least expensive coal-fired power plants. Griffith’s free lecture … Continue reading “New Forms of Wind Power and the Incentive for Out of the Box Thinking on Energy”

MIT Enterprise Forum Innovation Series: The Future of Biotech

Featuring a a keynote address by world-renowned biotech visionary G. Steven Burrill, CEO of Burrill & Company, followed by presentations and discussion on the controversial area of stem cell therapies and regenerative medicine. Includes networking reception. See the event web site for registration and program details.

Playing in the Market—The State of the New England Game Industry in Today’s Economic Climate

Even fun and games aren’t all fun and games in today’s economy. The  MIT Enterprise Forum’s NE Games SIG is hosting a panel discussion and Q&A to address the volatile economy and its potential effects on the game and interactive entertainment industries, locally and throughout the world. List of speakers and registration information on the … Continue reading “Playing in the Market—The State of the New England Game Industry in Today’s Economic Climate”

Solar in Boston / Solar in America

This half-day workshop will bring together representatives from local, state, and federal agencies, utilities, and others to discuss the current and future state of solar power in and around Boston. Topics include energy related legislation, utility company initiatives, and the prospects for solar power under President Obama. For more information or to register, please send … Continue reading “Solar in Boston / Solar in America”

How Obama Put Digital Technology and Social Media to Work—and How You Can Too

It’s well accepted that Barack Obama’s 2008 campaign broke new ground in the utilization of social media and digital technologies. David Talbot, Chief Correspondent for Technology Review, will moderate a panel of experts (including Jascha Franklin-Hodge and Nick Nyhan from the Obama campaign) to discuss how interactive technology connects people online and in the real … Continue reading “How Obama Put Digital Technology and Social Media to Work—and How You Can Too”

Personalized Medicine: How to Survive the Attack on Its Intellectual Property

Personalized medicine—developing individualized drug therapies for patients—will be an increasingly important part of health care. But the foundation of personalized medicine, diagnostics methods, are under increasing attack from the courts and the Patent and Trademark Office. These court decisions and U.S. Patent Office actions are likely to have a significant impact on the personalized medicine … Continue reading “Personalized Medicine: How to Survive the Attack on Its Intellectual Property”

Democamp Boston

DemoCamp—a participant-generated networking and idea-sharing event for designers, developers, and entrepreneurs—is coming to Boston. Participants each have 5 minutes to demonstrate software or  products, share ideas, or to give a presentation with the goal to inspire, educate or challenge the audience. Visit the event web site for a list of presentors and ticket information.

Using U.K. Clinical Research to Increase Valuation and Preserve Capital

A panel of seasoned experts sponsored by the British Consulate and the North of England Inward Investment Agency explain how U.S. life science companies can use clinical researchers in the United Kingdom for drug development, medical devices and regenerative medicine. Lunch is provided but space is limited. Please RSVP by Feb. 23 to Dara Khan … Continue reading “Using U.K. Clinical Research to Increase Valuation and Preserve Capital”

Special Screening of ‘The Accidental Advocate’

The Accidental Advodate is a documentary about the controversy over the funding and regulation of stem cell research, and the implications for the U.S. life sciences industry. Filmmaker Jessica Gerstle says her family became aware of the debate only after her father, a surgeon and sports enthusiast, suffered a bicycle accident that left him quadriplegic … Continue reading “Special Screening of ‘The Accidental Advocate’”