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NEW YEAR, NEW LOOK, NEW LOCATION
Jan 26, 2011 | Oregon Convention Center
If we learned anything from the Jan 2010 GPC, it's that the future of the industry and job growth spans across sectors and job types. To help determine if this is the right event for you, simply look for the icon that pertains to your field when exploring the exhibit hall and speaker tracks.

The next Conference coming Jan 26, 2011 will breakdown three sectors of the industry and focus on how each is impacting the job market, labor force, and our future.

2011 Speaker Topics
The GPC 2011 agenda is taking shape. The conference will be broken into three tracks; sustainability, renewable energy and energy efficiency. Potential topics for the 2011 agenda include:
  • Green Sector Networking 101
  • Beyond the Degree - Certification + Training Programs
  • Sustainable Agriculture
  • Green Street Lending / Green Finance
  • White Collar, Blue Collar, Green Collar Jobs
  • Wind Energy 101, Solar Energy 101
  • BETC + Clean Energy Works Oregon
  • Biofuels
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Selling High Performance Homes for Real Estate professionals
  • High Performance Buildings - the business case
  • Carbon Policy Update - what's happening nationally + internationally
  • Food Systems + Sustainable Food
  • Jobs for Contractors
  • Energy Performance Score
  • Job Recruiters Panel
We would like your feedback! If there are topics you think should be covered in the conference this year, or you would like to recommend a speaker, please contact Summer Lewis at slewis@fluidms.com.

Our final agenda will be announced in the August newsletter!

JOB SEEKER RESOURCES + EVENTS
Your Sustainability Job Search: Info + Practical Strategies
Finding a job these days is tough enough. Finding a job in the sustainability arena has its own particular quirks. It takes more than a nice resume and good experience to get noticed.
The webinar will provide you:
  • Insights into how the sustainability job market works
  • Inside information from an industry recruiter
  • Practical strategies for positioning yourself ahead of the hiring curve
  • Valuable resources to help you customize your search
Thurs Jul 22, 10-11am PST; $39 registration fee
Learn more + register HERE.

Portland Networking Events
AESP Fall Conference Scholarships
Future of Energy, as the Cascade Chapter of Association of Energy Service Professionals (AESP), is providing four scholarships to the AESP fall conference in Portland on Oct 4-6th. If you are currently a full time student who wants to work in the energy efficiency or renewable energy sectors, contact phillip.kelsven@csgrp.com for more details on how to apply.

Future of Energy 2010 Political Forum
Date/Location: 10.6.2010 / Bagdad Theater
More info: futureofenergypdx.org
*Future of Energy meets for happy hour every third Wednesday

Solar Drinks, Portland
More info: solaroregon.org/events/solar-drinks-portland-1/view

Green Drinks, Portland
Date/Location: every first Tuesday / EcoTrust Building
More info: greendrinks.org

Blog Spotlight: Green Collar Blog

News and resources on green collar jobs, this helpful site has something for everyone and is a great starting point in your job search.
SPONSORSHIP
Maximize Your Exposure, Sponsor Now
The GPC is a collaborative effort between government, nonprofit, private, and individual entities alike. Through last year's 48 partnering organizations, we were able to achive:

  • 632 Attendees at the 2010 Conference
  • 47% Increase in attendance from the '08 event to '10
  • 10,000 Unique website visitors through 2009
  • 5,000 Newsletter subscribers
To get involved, view our 2011 Sponsor Packet or contact Renee Yama at ryama@fluidms.com.
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The Green Professionals Conference (GPC) provides job-seekers, Green Professionals and industry expeFluid Market Strategiesrts with vital networking, educational resources and employment opportunities.

By uniting individuals and organizations with a common vision, this event cultivates a community
dedicated to a more sustainable world.
 
The GPC is produced by Fluid Market Strategies (Fluid).