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	Tuesday, March 16

Optional
Pre-conference Seminar:
Introduction to the Wind Energy Industry Supply Chain
Not included in conference registration -
$125 additional fee required
Please note: The pre-conference seminar can be added
on to a conference registration but is not available
for purchase as a stand-alone event.
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12:00 PM
Registration Opens

Lunch will not be provided
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1:00 PM – 1:15 PM
Welcome & Introduction

Speaker:
Matt Garran, Supply Chain Manager, American Wind Energy Association
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1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
Overview of the Wind Energy Industry
Learn about wind turbine technology, both in terms of applications, types of wind turbines and how they are used: utility-scale, community-scale, and small wind. This session will cover current turbine technology including examples of technology past/future, evolution of turbine sizes and technology, as well as characteristics of turbine suppliers and key components of turbines. The presentation will also cover turbine operation, maintenance, and service; as well as off-Shore Wind: turbine technology and technical challenges.

Moderator:
Matt Garran, Supply Chain Manager, American Wind Energy Association

Speaker:
Jeff Anthony, American Wind Energy Association
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2:15 PM – 2:45 PM
Break
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2:45 PM – 3:30 PM
Wind Turbine Technology Overview
Learn how wind projects are constructed, including a step-by-step overview of the construction process and some of the key challenges in wind project construction. Also hear about some of the opportunities available to companies in the construction and services industry in this session.

Moderator:
Jeff Anthony, American Wind Energy Association

Speaker:
Nick Rigas, Director and Senior Scientist, Clemson University
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3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Wind Project Construction Overview
The logistics involved in getting major components from fabrication and manufacturing facilities to the project site poses a huge array of issues and logistical challenges. This presentation will cover many of the aspects of transportation and logistics that are encountered on a daily basis in the wind energy industry.

Moderator:
Jeff Anthony, American Wind Energy Association

Speaker:
Julian Bell, Director, Signal Energy
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4:00 PM – 4:45 PM
Wind Project Transportation and Logistics Overview
The logistics involved in getting major components from fabrication and manufacturing facilities to the project site poses a huge array of issues and logistical challenges. This presentation will cover many of the aspects of transportation and logistics that are encountered on a daily basis in the wind energy industry.

Moderator:
Matt Garran, Supply Chain Manager, American Wind Energy Association

Speaker:
John Coffield, Logistics and Supply Chain Professional, ATS Logistics Services
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4:45 PM – 5:00 PM
Keynote Address

J. Keith Crisco, Secretary of Commerce, North Carolina
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5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Welcome Reception
Join us for a great networking opportunity, as we kick off the with a taste of North Carolina! All attendees are welcome to join us.

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	Wednesday, March 17

7:00 AM
Registration Opens
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7:00 AM– 8:00 AM
Continental Breakfast
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8:00 AM – 8:30 AM
Welcome and Current State of the Wind Industry
This opening session will cover the current issues facing the wind energy industry, including an update from Washington, DC on policy matters that will help drive the wind energy industry to sustained growth if Congress can act in the near future. This session will also examine opportunities in the wind energy industry for companies located in the Southeast.

Speaker:
Jeff Anthony, American Wind Energy Association
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8:30 AM – 10:00 AM
How Wind Turbines are Manufactured
This special session will provide a highly-information and detailed insight into how wind turbine components are manufacturing, including a detailed breakdown of a wind turbine by components and discussion of typical manufacturing requirements for those components. This is a must-attend session for anyone interested in learning how the major components in a wind turbine are manufactured.

Moderator:
Jeff Anthony, American Wind Energy Association

Speaker:
Matt Garran, Supply Chain Manager, American Wind Energy Association
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10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Break / Exhibits
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10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Wind Turbine Manufacturers Insights Panel
Featuring several wind turbine manufacturers, this highly-interactive panel session will give the audience a chance to ask questions of some of the leading manufacturers of wind turbines. They will cover topics such as s ourcing steps for towers, blades, nacelle components and electronic components and their views of the market for the supply of materials, services and components to their companies’ operations.

Moderator:
Ed Weston, Director, Great Lakes Wind Network

Panelists:
Ian Cluderay, Vice President, Supply Chain, Clipper Windpower, Inc.
Dan McDevitt, VP, Supply Management, Nordex
Russ Germick, Strategic Sourcing Manager, REpower
Jim Buddelmeyer, Head of Purchasing, Gamesa
Pat Thacker, Project Director, Industrial and Supply Chain, Areva Renewables
Jeff Andrews, Senior Procurement Officer, Nordex, USA, Inc.
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12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Networking Lunch
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1:30 PM – 2:45 PM
Major Wind Turbine Components Manufacturing
Major components in a wind turbine include blades, towers, nacelles, and generators. The “tier 1” manufacturers for these major components provide a number of opportunities for companies looking to supply sub-components and services to these companies. The three companies on this panel will provide their insights and examples of what their companies do in terms of s ourcing steps for major components.

Moderator:
Jessica Isaacs, Policy Analyst, American Wind Energy Association

Speakers:
Mark Hoek, Director, North America Materials, Orders & Logistics, LM Glasfiber
Michael Barczak, DMI Industries
Scott Mabie, Director of Business Development, Danotek
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2:45 PM – 3:15 PM
Break
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3:15 PM – 4:30 PM
Entering the Wind Energy Industry Supply Chain
This session will cover the needed steps and due diligence that companies need to undertake to enter the wind energy industry supply chain. Learn how to assess where in the supply chain your company fits and how to make contacts and to prepare your company for a retooling or expansion into the wind energy industry.

Moderator:
Matt Garran, Supply Chain Manager, American Wind Energy Association

Speakers:
Ed Weston, Director, Great Lakes Wind Network
Pat Thacker, Project Director, Industrial and Supply Chain, Areva Renewables
Scott Daniels, Supply Chain Procurement Executive
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4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Wind Turbine Manufacturing in the Southeast: Case Studies
Attendees will have a unique opportunity to learn from three companies located in this region who have had success in the wind energy industry. These companies will describe the challenges they had entering the wind energy industry, and the successes they have had recently. These real-life stories will provide invaluable insights into how to enter the wind energy industry supply chain and the challenges you will encounter along the way. This is one session you do not want to miss!

Moderator:
Brandon Blevins, Southern Alliance for Clean Energy

Speakers:
Cheryl Richards, Global Market Development Manager, PPG
Craig Lawson, Renewable Energy Business Development Manager, Burndy
Kurt Schaffer, Director, Wind Industry Power and Control Sales, ABB
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5:30 PM
Closing Cocktail Reception
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