Collaborative Contract Management Training: Embracing Change in a Dynamic Environment World Congress is hailed as a must-attend event because it's the most comprehensive training event for contract management, procurement, and acquisition professionals. With over 20 educational tracks, content is offered for professionals at each and every stage of their careers—and with over 1,500 attendees, there are vast networking opportunities! Be sure to check back for additional event details to be released in mid-to-late January.

Nashville, Tennessee Gaylord Opryland Hotel & Convention Center 2800 Opryland Drive • Nashville, TN 37214 www.visitmusiccity.com Did you miss our announcement of moving World Congress to Nashville to make it more afforable for our members? Learn more.

Gaylord Opryland Hotel 2800 Opryland Drive • Nashville, TN 37214 Book a Room at the Regular Rate: $199 Book a Room at the Government Rate: $107

Preliminary Registration Rates NCMA Member Advanced Registration: $975 Nonmember Advanced Registration: $1,100 *Registration rates may change slightly; final approval of World  Congress 2013 prices will be made in late January 2013.

Presentations are due February 11 There is no better way to showcase your contract management expertise than  presenting at World Congress!  Learn More

 

Many the of Buyers present at the 2012 forum kindly offered assistance to make this grow as they felt it was a benefit to the Oil & Gas Industry.  With this help which we are extremely grateful for - we anticipate over 60 Buyers during 2013.

We have always been aware that the best way to conduct this type of business is to take the Buyers away from their everyday enviroment hence why we have not choosen the obvious destination to hold this.  Washington D.C. and the beautiful Ritz-Carlton are the choosen venue.

Please join us!  

 

Information for Buyers

No-one has enough hours in the day and exhibitions / conferences are not always as beneficial as we would all like them to be.

THE EVENT

MTB – ‘Meet the Buyer’ is a programme of one to one appointments between Project Managers, Contractors, Engineers, Technical Purchasing Managers and individuals responsible for purchasing within the Oil & Gas Companies from the Americas together with Supplier Companies who offer some of the following services: Electrical Systems, Environmental Testing, Instrumentation, Fuels & Lubricants, Engineering, Fabricators, Hydraulic Systems, Maintenance & Repair and much more!

HOW IT WORKS

You choose who you wish to meet over 2 days and as the Organisers, we schedule the 20 minute appointments for you - what could be simpler! This enables you to focus your time. The benefits to you are that you can fill gaps in your supply chain, seek new suppliers and new products. You also have an opportunity to network with your industry peers. We even ask you which sort of Supplier Companies you would be interested in seeing prior to the event.

VIP PACKAGE

• Complimentary flights from your chosen airport.
• Airport transfer.
• Personal appointment schedule of your choice.
• Profiles on all Suppliers in order to help you qualify who you see.
• Three nights accommodation at the 5* venue
• All meals and beverages during the official functions.

For further info, please contact Annette Cox

 

Information for Suppliers

A highly resourceful and effective programme of time managment to give the greatest degree of return on investment.

THE EVENT

MTB – ‘Meet the Buyer’ is a programme of one to one appointments between Project Managers, Contractors, Engineers, Technical Purchasing Managers and individuals responsible for purchasing within the Oil & Gas Companies from the Americas together with Supplier Companies who offer some of the following services: Electrical Systems, Environmental Testing, Instrumentation, Fuels & Lubricants, Engineering, Fabricators, Hydraulic Systems, Maintenance & Repair and much more!

HOW IT WORKS

You choose a minimum of 15 delegates you would like to see over 2 days and as the organisers, we schedule the 20 minute appointments for you - what could be simpler!

THE PACKAGE

As a Supplier you will wish to maximise both your time and money. Therefore we offer a comprehensive package which means the long term effect is you save on both.

• A scheduled diary over two days with a guarantee of at least 15 appointments.
• A profile on each Buyer prior to the event to help you choose who you wish to see – this includes their current requirements.
• Supplier Tabletop Presentation.
• 3 nights accommodation at 5* venue
• All meals and beverages during the official functions
• Social activities and networking opportunities apart from the appointments.
• Airport transfers

There is an EARLY BOOKING DISCOUNT so please contact Annette Cox for further information

 

2013 LBA Global Business Conference (GBC)

 

The Latin Business Association

proudly presents

 

The 2013 LBA GLOBAL BUSINESS CONFERENCE (GBC)

Tuesday, June 11th thru Thursday, June 13th

at

 

The Westin Bonaventure
404 South Figueroa Street
Los Angeles, CA 90071
Tel: (213) 624-1000

“The 2013 LBA Global Business Conference Will Be the Nation’s Largest Gathering of Business Owners and Leaders from Around the World!”

The Latin Business Association’s 2013 Global Business Conference (GBC) is presented with the objective of building worldwide economic opportunity in the community. It will offer LBA and Partner Members a unique opportunity to unite for innovation and global business development.

The 2013 LBA GBC will be comprised of Five Main Tracks/Panels, covering the following areas:

I. ENERGY/RENEWABLE ENERGY
II. TECHNOLOGY
III. HEALTHCARE
IV. TRANSPORTATION & INFRASTRUCTURE
V. AGRICULTURE

The GBC will open with an evening VIP Reception on June 11th, followed by two full conference days featuring formal addresses from high-level elected officials, LBA Members and Partners and other prominent business leaders; discussions with panelists comprised of elected officials, government representatives, CEO’s from around the world and industry experts in a myriad of industries.

Also featured:

• Virtual Matchmaking: an exciting and unique concept, exclusive to the GBC, for all corporate partners and their buyers, who need not be present at the Conference. All appointments are conducted virtually via web cam. Each vendor may subscribe for a 5-minute presentation via the web.
• Access-to-Capital Loan Pavillion
• Expo Floor , with over one hundred exhibit booths!

Both the Access-to-Capital Loan Pavillion and Expo Floor will be open throughout the entire day, on each of the two Conference days, the 12th and 13th.

GBC Agenda

9:00 AM-3:00 PM- Virtual Matchmaking 6:30 – 9:00 PM- VIP Reception/Launch of the 2013 LBA Global Business Conference. Expo Floor will be open to the public throughout the entire Conference.

7:30-8:30 AM- Registration
8:45 AM- Breakfast with Keynote Speaker (TBA)
10:00 AM- Ribbon Cutting Expo Opening
11:00 AM-12:30 PM- Track I: ENERGY/RENEWABLE ENERGY
12:45- 2:15 PM- Luncheon with Keynote Speaker (TBA)
2:30-3:45 PM- Track II: TECHNOLOGY
3:45-6:00 PM- Expo Floor- Open throughout the entire Conference

7:30-8:30 AM- Registration
8:45 AM- Breakfast with Keynote Speaker (TBA)
10:00-11:30 AM- Track III: HEALTHCARE
11:45 AM-1:00 PM- Track IV: TRANSPORTATION & INFRASTRUCTURE
1:15-2:45 PM- Luncheon with Keynote Speaker (TBA)
3:00-4:30 PM- Track V: AGRICULTURE- “California Feeding the World”
4:30-6:00 PM- Expo Floor
6:30-8:00 PM- GBC Closing Reception

• Tuesday, June 11th

• Wednesday, June 12th

• Thursday, June 13th

GBC EXHIBITOR OPPORTUNITIES

With over 100 booths on a vast Expo Floor, the LBA GLOBAL BUSINESS CONFERENCE represents an excellent opportunity for businesses to showcase their products and services.

10′X10′ Exhibit Booths are available at the following rates:

LBA Member Businesses- $500.00 Non-member Businesses- $1000.00 LBA Corporate Members- $1500.00 Non-Member Corporations- $2000.00

Larger spaces are also available. Please contact the LBA Office at (213) 628-8510 for further information.

Not yet an LBA Member? Now is an excellent time to join! Read more about:
LBA Membership; view the various LBA Membership Categories and the many, exclusive LBA Membership Benefits!

GBC Promotion

An extensive marketing campaign will precede the Conference, utilizing English and Spanish language television, radio and print coverage from LBA Media Partners and email advertising via LBA eNewsletters, as well as direct mail to the full LBA database and more than 50,000 Latino companies across the U.S. and internationally!

GBC Attendees will receive a full-compliment of opportunity to connect with LBA and Partner Members, corporate America and key Latin and other community leaders!

Watch for further details on the LBA website, and eNewsletters about the
2013 LBA GLOBAL BUSINESS CONFERENCE
a Worldclass Event Coming to Los Angeles June 11th thru 13th!

LBA Events

The 2013 LBA Global Business Conference is an LBA Signature Event. Read about otherLBA Member Events and LBA Signature Events.

The Westin Bonaventure Los Angeles
An architectural landmark comprised of sleek glass towers, The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites has become an international symbol of Los Angeles. As one of the most photographed buildings in the world, The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites is widely recognized as a masterpiece in contemporary hotel design.

Read more about the www.thebonaventure.com

Annual Conference & Exposition

Conference Program: June 9 - 13 | Exposition: June 9 - 12 | Colorado Convention Center, Denver, Colorado

• Program
• Special Events
• Hotel & Travel
• Exposition
• Competitions
• Registration Info

REGISTER NOW   

A personal invitation from AWWA President 

Dear Colleagues and Friends,  Please accept this invitation to join me and thousands of other water professionals at the American Water Works Association's Annual Conference and Exposition, June 9-13, 2013, in Denver.

If you attend just one professional development opportunity this year, I urge you to make ACE13 that event. At a time when efficiency matters, ACE13 offers a one-stop opportunity to get the targeted training you need, experience all the technology available to help you do your work, and consult with peers from throughout the world.

ACE RESOURCES

Professional program

Dive into the ACE13 professional program and see the rich diversity of topics offered.

Video contest

Create a video and enter to win a full conference registration. 

Exhibitors & Sponsors

Meet your next customer by becoming an ACE exhibitor or sponsor. 

Operator competitions

Every year ACE is the place for operator contests where water professionals put their skills to the test.

For questions regarding registration, lodging or general conference questions, please email the Conferences and Education group.

The APPA National Conference helps utility leaders and policymakers connect with industry leaders, partners and peers while learning about the complex issues facing public power utilities. The program features leading political, economic, business and public policy thinkers addressing the critical issues shaping our industry’s future.

Discover the Power

Nashville Mayor Karl Dean welcomes attendees to the 2013 APPA National Conference

Join your public power colleagues from around the country at the 2013 APPA National Conference, public power’s largest annual gathering.

At the APPA National Conference, utility leaders and policymakers can explore innovative ideas, developing trends and new technologies; learn about the national issues influencing our industry; and connect with hundreds of utility board and city council members, mayors, utility executives, senior managers, and industry partners.

The program features leading political, economic, business and public policy thinkers and public power leaders addressing the critical issues shaping our industry’s future, to help you think strategically about your utility’s future.

our gateway to innovation, smart implementation strategies, and new developments shaping the energy field...		Presented by   Questions? Call (770) 447-5083 or email info@aeecenter.org
31st annual    ENERGY MANAGEMENT  CONGRESS WEST     June 19-20, 2013 Las Vegas Convention Center  Las Vegas, Nevada	2013 Conference Registration Info:  CLICK HERE Attend the Exhibits FREE: CLICK HERE  ($40 value)  /  or for Printable Ticket Click Here SHOW HOURS Wednesday, June 19, 2013: 10 am - 4 pm Thursday, June 20, 2013: 10 am - 2 pm Hotel Info
2013 EMC West Conference Preview Brochure (PDF format) Advance info on the 2013 EMC West conference agenda. Also featuring... EMC 2013's showcase of  sustainable technologies Plan to attend the New Technologies Breakfast    Sponsored by  Kick off your EMC experience, and hear about what's new and innovative on display at the EMC 2013 expo. Wednesday, June 19 8:00 - 9:00 am More info: CLICK HERE West Coast 2012 Post Show Report PDF format, CLICK HERE Taking place in 2013 at the magnificent Las Vegas Convention Center, the Energy Management Congress (EMC) West is the largest energy conference and technology expo held in the western U.S. specifically for business, industrial and institutional energy users. It brings together the top experts in all areas of the field to help you set a clear, optimum path to energy efficiency, facility optimization and sustainability, as well as innovation solutions to improve your ROI. Amory Lovins, RMI Co-Founder, Chairman & Chief Scientist You can explore promising new technologies, compare energy supply and alternative energy options, and learn about innovative project implementation strategies. The multi-track conference covers a variety of topics, many specific to the region. Amory Lovins, Co-Founder, Chairman and Chief Scientist of Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI), will be the featured Keynote Speaker at the opening session for the EMC conference. Rocky Mountain Institute will also host a conference session on Mastering Deep Retrofits: Strategies and Applications. The full EMC 2013 agenda includes the two-day conference and expo, as well as several optional intensive seminars.    Join the conversation!Tweet #emcexpo to comment about the upcoming event. Follow us@AEE to keep up to date on EMC and other AEE programs. EMC's NV GreenStreet showcase, co-presented by the U.S. EPA's ENERGY STAR®, will also be a prominent part of the event for 2013. Here you can examine firsthand the latest green / sustainable / environmentally friendly energy technologies now available for both new design and retrofit projects. Conference presentations will facilitate your understanding of these technologies, covering such topics as green building design and retrofit; EPA’s online energy measurement and tracking tool for buildings, Portfolio Manager; LEED certification and building commissioning; high performance facilities; the latest developments in renewable energy; reducing carbon emissions; transportation solutions for the future; and green/sustainable project success stories. If you are interested in exhibiting in the NV GreenStreet showcase area of EMC 2013, Click Here. Sponsorship by AEE assures a quality program... The Energy Management Congress is presented by the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) The Association's more than 16,000 members include energy engineering and management professionals from throughout the U.S., as well as over 80 nations abroad. AEE is committed to providing industry-specific information resources, training, and widely recognized professional certification programs in the dynamic fields of energy engineering and energy management, renewable and alternative energy, power generation, energy services, sustainability, and all related areas. Printable Ticket for FREE show admission...  CLICK HERE ($40 on-site) For more information on exhibiting, call or email... Ashley Clark, EMC Show Manager (770) 279-4392 ashley@aeecenter.org or visit: http://www.aeeprograms.com/emc

TTCUS

371 Van Ness Way, Ste 220
Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 320-8110

Venue

Holiday Inn Rosslyn at Key Bridge
1900 North Fort Myer Drive,
Arlington, VA 22209

Tel: (703) 807-2000)

(Mention  “Technology Training” for a special room rate)

Attendee accommodations must be arranged directly with the hotel.

Benefits of Attending

Analytics, Utilities and the Future Grid
– Challenges and Opportunities –

The utility and grid analytics market is poised to explode over the next five years, with estimates that utilities will spend well over $1 billion per year in smart grid and other analytics capabilities by 2020. Analytics are seen as driving savings across the entire enterprise – from asset planning and management; to load balancing and management; transmission planning, management, maintenance and reconfiguration; resource distribution and renewables integration; demand anticipation and response; power grid management and modification; risk management; competitive pricing; and consumer energy reduction and savings. The ultimate goal is to achieve all this in as near real-time as possible, on the way to becoming an “intelligent utility.”

This outstanding symposium brings together the utility and industry experts who are shaping the future of the analytics-based organization. They will provide an in-depth examination of utility analytics needs and capabilities and a broad, reasoned perspective on what industry can provide, now and in the future. 

• What are the emerging lessons learned in utility analytics? 

• What are the potential pitfalls? How do you determine ROI and case success? 

• What are the infrastructure and technology requirements? How do you deal with system, sensor, smart meter, etc. information overload?

• What role can “big data” play? How do you select appropriate big data applications? Develop use cases? 

• How can analytics facilitate IT/OT strategic and operational integration? How will analytics shape national smart grid R&D, rollout and evolution? 

 These and many other critical questions will be addressed during  this important two-day event!

Sponsors & Exhibitors

	The American Institute of Engineers (AIE) is a multi-industry association of engineers and scientists dedicated to promoting the interests of technical professionals via publications, educational events, representation before political organizations, and awards programs (including the Academy Hall of Fame for Engineers and Scientists).http://www.aieonline.org/
	S&C Electric Company has been providing products and services to the global electric power industry for over 100 years. We specialize in providing innovative solutions to SmartGrid planning and application, renewable energy, energy storage, electric power switching and protection, and power quality. www.sandc.com
	Schneider Electric discover our solutions for power and control, critical power, energy efficiency, automation and renewable energy from plant to plug.

Contact Us

Koelnmesse Co., Ltd.

TRADE FAIR
Mr. Ryan Lam
Tel: +86 10 6590 7766 ext 766
Fax: +86 10 6590 6139
r.lam@koelnmesse.cn
 

Mr. Jean Ning
Tel: +86 10 6590 7766 ext 760
Fax: +86 10 6590 6139
j.ning@koelnmesse.cn
 

CONFERENCE
Ms. Emma Shen
Tel: +86 10 6590 7766 ext 739
Fax: +86 10 6590 6139
e.shen@koelnmesse.cn
 

Ms. Vare Song
Tel: +86 10 6590 7766 ext 729
Fax: +86 10 6590 6139
v.song@koelnmesse.cn

Solar Thermal China
 

Solar Thermal China is the first pure business to business exhibition in China dedicated to the solar thermal market. It is co-organized by China's top industry organization in its field- the National Alliance for Solar Thermal Energy - comprising over 70 key manufacturers that form the backbone of the solar thermal industry, and local renowned technology innovation institutions.

Taking place over 3 days, Solar Thermal China creates a unique trading platform for Chinese and foreign industry professionals to showcase their latest solar thermal products, technologies, and services. As integral part of the umbrella event Clean Energy Expo China (CEEC), Solar Thermal China shares CEEC’s resource and takes advantage of its position as a leading trading and knowledge-sharing platform for the entire clean energy industry in China.

For Exhibitors     Download your registration documents, and read more about our participation packages and national pavilions.

For Visitors     Find out more about the opportunity to make new contacts and maintain business relationships.

Contact Us

TRADE FAIR

Beijng Tiger Exhibition Co., Ltd.

Ms. Lingling Zhang

Tel:+86 10 8460 0657/58

Fax:+86 10 8460 0659

tigerfair@vip.163.com

Koelnmesse Co., Ltd.

Mr. Ryan Lam

Tel: +86 10 6590 7766 ext 766

Fax: +86 10 6590 6139

r.lam@koelnmesse.cn

Mr. Ted He

Tel: +86 10 6590 7766 ext 736

Fax: +86 10 6590 6139

t.he@koelnmesse.cn

CONFERENCE

Ms. Monika Yu

Tel: +86 10 6590 7766 ext 716

Fax: +86 10 6590 6139

m.yu@koelnmesse.cn

CIPV EXPO 2013

The platform in North China for the solar photovoltaic industry

CIPV EXPO, as an integral part of Clean Energy Expo China (CEEC), is the first and only platform for the industry in Chinawhich focuses on the industry’s new technology,materials, products and equipment amongst its comprehensive exhibitscope of all the solar PV related products spanning the entire range from large-scale PV station construction to BIPV (building integrated PV).
 

In alignment with the 12th Five-Year Plan, CIPV EXPO aims to promote the transformation of energy production andconsumption, respond to global climate change, ensure the safety of energy resources, and actively enhance thetransformation of the energy industry.
 

CIPV EXPO has been held successfully since 2009 and gained substantial influence within the industry as the leading solar PV event in Beijing. CIPV EXPO has contributed positively to the solar PV industry in areas covering policy research, industry planning, technical innovation, and project financing.

 

For Exhibitors     Be among the who is who of the solar PV industry, and showcase your technology and services to a dedicated audience in China.		For Visitors     Infinite trading opportunities on the show floor, and a power packed conference from the industry, for the industry.
Application Document   Download your registration documents, and read more about our participation packages and national pavilions.		Review 2011   Download the 2011 post show release and read about our success.
Exhibitor Search   Who will be there? Check who was there last year!		Market Information   Find out more about the fastest growing market for solar PV worldwide.

Contact Us

Beijng Tiger Exhibition Co., Ltd.

Ms. Lingling Zhang

Tel:+86 10 8460 0657/58

Fax:+86 10 8460 0659

tigerfair@vip.163.com

Koelnmesse Co., Ltd.

Ms. Emma Shen
Tel: +86 10 6590 7766 ext 739
Fax: +86 10 6590 6139
e.shen@koelnmesse.cn

The leading platform for the bio-energy industry in China

With the rapid consumption of fossil resources and deterioration of ecology, nations around the world emphasis on the development of new energy and renewable energy. They invest large amount of fund and stress on promoting. As a unique renewable resources, bio-energy could be convert into three fuels, gas, liquid and solid. Those fuels have two ways of cleaning effect. Worldwide pay great attention to it.
By the end of 2011, global heat utilization of bio-energy reaches about 290 GW, 23% of the whole untilization. European bio-energy heating fits 12.9% of the whole heating energy requirements, 93% of renewable energy heating. Bio-energy power generation is 16.85% of renewable energy heating. Bio-energy provides 63.59% of cogeneration. In the meantime, the utilization of bio-energy in China has achieved great progress.
We’ve break though much key technology and built megawatt marsh gas power generation and the trial project of kiloton cellulosic ethanol and gasification and synthetic fuels. Many western countries have formulated policies of the development of bio-energy and emphasize on the importance of bio-energy in energy system. The Chinese government would also stress on the development of bio-energy. In the 12th Five-Year Plan, it is greatly promoted that the development target of bio-energy is to enforce the industrialization of biofuel technology and high-valued comprehensive utilization. A whole year of bio-energy utilization would be over the target of 50 million tons of standard coal.
With the development of bio-energy and new technology, there’re still some shortcomings in bio-energy industry, technology, policies and so on. To make matters worse, there’re some arguments about eco-friendly and utilization of bio-energy. In order to overcome these difficulties, China Electricity Council, China National Renewable Energy Center, China Association of Resource Comprehensive Utilization, Chinese Renewable Energy Industries Association. Construction Industry Sub-Council of China Council for the Promotion of International Trade and Construction Industry Chamber of Commerce of China Chamber of International Commerce organize 5th China International Bio-Energy Summit & Expo. It is aiming at promoting the cooperation among technology, fund and market and would be held from July 3 ~ 5 at National Convention Center (Beijing).
Governers from government agencies, industry leaders, company elites, academic experts, elites from market analysis agencies and finicial agencies , medium representatives and the public get together here. In terms of the technology, policies, market, investment and financing, classical cases, we’ll have a deeper communication about them, look for win-win cooperation among global industries and promote the commercialization and expansion of bio-energy.

 

For Exhibitors     Be among the who is who of the wind power industry, and showcase your technology and services to a dedicated audience in China.		For Visitors     Infinite trading opportunities on the show floor, and a power packed conference from the industry, for the industry.
Application Document   Download your registration documents, and read more about our participation packages and national pavilions.		Review 2012   Download the 2012 post show report and read about our success.
Exhibitor Search   Who will be there? Check who was there last year!		Market Information   Find out more about the fastest growing market for wind power worldwide.