Energy Tech Nexus: Grand Opening and Pilothon
About Energy Tech Nexus: The premier hub for energy and climate innovation in Houston. This event marks a significant milestone in fostering a vibrant community of founders, innovators, and industry leaders dedicated to revolutionizing the energy sector. A community that is built by Houston founders to deliver global impact through energy Transition.
Agenda for Energy Tech Nexus Grand Opening
Date: September 10th, 2024
Location: Energy Tech Nexus, 808 Travis St Suite 750, Houston, TX 77002. At the Energy Tech Nexus
8:15 AM - 9:00 AM | Registration and World Cup of Joe-y
Check-in.
Enjoy a selection of welcome coffee while networking with fellow attendees. Hosted by Joey Sanchez with his signature Cup of Joey with a FIFA World Cup twist. Registration for the speaking program + lunch will remain open through noon.
8:40 AM - 9:00 AM | Ribbon Cutting and Proclamation
In the Nexus Lobby with Council Member Martinez and hosted by Jesse Martinez of Invincible Spaces.
9:00 AM - 9:25 AM | Opening Remarks
Maxine Lunn, Team Lead of Public Diplomacy at the Energy Resources Bureau of the U.S. Department of State.
Mark Winchester, District Director U.S. Business Administration
David Gow, CEO of Center for Houston's Future and President of Gow Media.
9:25 AM - 9:50 AM | Charter Member CEOs: A shared history in Energy
Discover how these rising CEOs, each cultivating their own thunder lizard, have harnessed their past experiences to energize their businesses and shape the future of energy. Speakers include:
Cindy Taff of Sage Geosystems
Janice Tran of Kanin Energy
Moji Karimi of Cemvita Factory
Trevor Best of Syzygy Plasmonics
Moderated by Katie Mehnert of Ally Energy
10:00 AM - 10:25 AM | Strategic Partner Introduction
Join us as strategic thought leaders share their experience and insight, helping to foster and evolve the next generation of leaders driving the energy transition. Speakers include:
Kemal Anbarci from Chevron Technology Ventures Mercy Renteria from Endress+Hauser Angel Tejada from BBVA John Willis from Oxy
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10:35 - 10:50 AM | Founding Team Introduction
Plug into the insights of the Houston founding team as they share their journey and power up their vision for the future of the Energy Tech Nexus.
Juliana Garaizar
Nada Ahmed
Jason Ethier
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM | Building an Equitable Energy Transition
Innovators, investors, and standard-setters converge to discuss how to ensure a justice and equitable Energy Transition.
Grace Rodriguez CEO of Impact Hub
Joshua Taylor of Fifth Star Funds
Moderated by Michelle Williams of MassChallenge
11:30 AM - 11:55 AM | Keynote Speaker
Michael Lee, CEO Octopus Energy U.S.
11:55 AM | Nexus Community Leadership Award
12:05 PM - 1:00 PM | Lunch
Enjoy a healthy lunch while continuing conversations and making new connections.
Parallel Sessions
12:30 PM - 5:00 PM | Expo Ticket (Free) Open up
Registration will begin accepting Expo Tickets and walk-ins. for free afternoon programs, pilot pitchathon, and startup showcase
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Scale-up Hub Houston: Atlantic Canada Energy Tech Company Pitches
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Meet the nine Energy and Clean Tech companies from Atlantic Canada that have been selected by TechNL to participate in a program to expand their business to Houston. The companies will pitch their products and services followed by one-on-one meetings with industry partners.
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Startup Showcase and Pilotathon
Explore the innovative projects and technologies from over 50 startups in Houston. The showcase will highlight how these technologies could be potentially piloted. Watch the startups pitch their pilot projects in our exciting pilotathon.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Australia: We do hard things too
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Join the American Australian Chamber of Commerce - Hear from Australian leaders who've tackled tough challenges and achieved success in building out industries aligned to net zero(hydrogen, green metals and low carbon liquid fuels) and economic resilience (critical minerals processing and clean energy manufacturing). Special guests include industry thought leaders from Australia and Texas sharing their experiences and insights during a lively panel discussion.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Founder After Party
Fortune Favors the Bold
VIP and ETN Member After Party with fireside chat with Scott Case of Zettawatts, honest conversation, and drinks inspired by our charter membership.
Join us for a day of inspiration, innovation, and community as we celebrate the grand opening of Energy Tech Nexus! Register now to secure your spot at this landmark event.
Event Highlights:
Cup of Joey & Ribbon Cutting: Coffee + public figures and comically large ribbons to be cut first thing in the morning
Opening Remarks: by the State Department, SBA and Center for Houston's Future.
Charter Member Panel: Engage with a dynamic panel featuring four CEO's leading the charge in creating our future "thunder lizards" – startups poised to disrupt and transform the energy landscape.
Strategic Partner Introduction: Hear from some of the leading thought leaders who are supporting the community and how they hope the industry will continue to evolve.
Founding Team: Meet some of our founding team members from Houston who have been instrumental in leading the charge.
Equitable Energy Transition hosted by MassChallenge
Final Keynote: Hear from the CEO of Octopus Energy North American as he illuminates Houston's innovation path in the energy transition.
Startup Showcase and Pilothon: Discover groundbreaking technologies and innovative solutions from over 50 companies in Houston and beyond. Watch startups pitch their pilot projects in our pilotathon, demonstrating how their technologies could be potentially piloted and scaled.
Featuring Canadian Energy Tech Companies: Insights into the Canadian Scale-up Hub Houston program helping Atlantic Canada companies scale their technology to the Houston ecosystem.
Australia: We do hard things: Join the Australian American Chamber of Commerce Texas, the Australian Consulate-General in Houston and a line-up of industry leaders for an afternoon of insight on Australia's approach to the Energy Transition.
With speakers spanning 14 time zones and innumerable countries to connect on decarbonization in person, one thing is clear: Houston is the Nexus for the Energy Transition.
This is an unparalleled opportunity to network with industry experts, gain insights into the latest trends in energy technology, and be inspired by the entrepreneurial spirit driving the energy transition. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this transformative event!