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About the Episode:
RE+ is only TWO Weeks Away!
Back by popular demand, we’ve curated our annual "Know Before You Go" episode to help you make the most of this not-to-miss event. It’s the 20th anniversary, and with over 50,000 attendees expected—it’s set to be the biggest show yet!
Tune in as industry leaders share their secrets to navigating the expanded show floor, optimizing your schedule, exploring educational sessions, and maximizing your networking opportunities for an exceptional experience at RE+ 2024.
You’ll hear from:
Tim Morris, Director of Marketing at RE+ Events
Erik Holvik, Associate Director of Business Development at EnergySage
Emily Teitsworth, Executive Director of the Honnold Foundation
Mike Munsell, VP of Brand Partnerships at Heatmap News
Lisa Ann Pinkerton, Founder & CEO at Technica Communications & Host of Earthlings 2.0
In our "Know Before You Go" episode, we cover:
How to navigate the expanded RE+ campus and the all-new RE+ Connect app (Pro-tip - This year’s App is actually very useful - I have previewed it, and it’s the best yet!)
The many networking opportunities available, from happy hours to after-hours events, including the most popular party -> Solar Fight Night (get your tickets before it sells out!)
How the Honnold Foundation, led by famous “Free Solo” climber, Alex Honnold, is advancing energy equity in marginalized communities, and where you can meet him at the show!
Practical tips for a successful event, including staying hydrated, wearing comfortable footwear, and managing business cards effectively.
Don’t miss our PowerUp Live morning show for a lively start to your day, featuring a Bloody Mary bar and a swag contest to kick off the RE+ experience. (and bring YOUR swag by the stage if you’d like to be entered into the contest!)
If you’re heading to Anaheim, this episode is your essential guide for RE+ 2024 success. Add our PowerUp Live Podcast Stage to your list of must-visit locations—we can’t wait to meet you in person!
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NOTEWORTHY QUOTEs:
“People really need to think ahead this year about how they want to approach this, because it is a lot, and there’s a lot of places they can go, and they’re not going to be able to see everything all in one go. So you know, best bring a team as well to help you experience all of what RE+ has to offer.”
“It really becomes more of a think tank, especially with the sessions that are happening, the networking after the sessions, the happy hours, all of these different events really just allow everyone in the industry to collaborate and come together and share ideas.”
“Our main focus is supporting organizations that are working in marginalized communities, using solar for community development and conservation.”
“The after hours shows are packed with people, and there are so many events going on... oftentimes the conversations that you have during dinner during the evening hours are just as impactful as those you have on the show floor.”
“Carve off a couple of hours prior to this conference. Do your homework. Do your outreach. Your time at the events will be much more fruitful if you sit down and do a little bit of homework and don’t just wing it.”
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ABOUT THE HOST OF SUNCAST:
Nico Johnson is the creator and host of SunCast, consistently rated a top solar podcast in the clean energy sector. The content of the show is geared towards listeners looking for insights on where the markets are headed, how to position themselves or their companies, and what today's market leaders do to stay ahead of the pack.
Nico is an Investor, Executive Coach, and 16-year veteran of the solar industry, having led development in the US and Latin America for global companies like Trina Solar and Conergy.
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