We were finalists in the California Clean Tech Open this summer. The final awards ceremony was Monday night. Unfortunately we did not win the CCTO transportation award (sniff) but the process really helped refine and clarify our business plan, pitch and nearly everything else that a start up needs to address when going into a business from sustainability lessons to how to talk to a VC. It was like boot camp for startups. 
The final event was great. There were some stellar startups along and great sponsors. This is still a young industry and most of these people are pioneers that will undoubtedly be future big winners of the energy business. A special thanks to Marc Gottschalk and Rex Northen, Tim Cox and Adrienne Parker who were so supportive as we grew our business smarts this summer.
This was also the first event we have showcased the Model One. We look pretty good considering most of us are suffering head colds or other ailments. Jamie as always caused quite a stir--it's hard to see the wall of people waiting to talk to him behind us. It was good to have Michael Woods and Michael Schlicht at the event along with us. (on far right and right of picture)
One small bit of barefoot "dirt"--barefoot is not just a magnet for technology but also left-handed people whose names start with "M"
Best, Melissa Brandao
Having Jamie on board is a great move. Great BR and speaks volumes for the engineering too. I want one already.
I'll look forward to hearing about your progress.
Posted by: GNiessen | November 07, 2007 at 08:12 AM