Don’t miss the pitch competition spotlighting early-stage cleantech startups. Witness groundbreaking innovations, support diverse entrepreneurs, and see who will take home top honors and opportunities for transformative growth. Celebrate excellence and be inspired by the leaders shaping the future of sustainable practices.
Green Power Ventures Team
Explore the profound effects of climate change on low-income and disadvantaged communities across eight critical areas. Join us to discuss actionable strategies to uplift and empower these communities, fostering resilience and equity in the face of environmental challenges.
Moderator: Mark Collier
Panelists: Dr. Reginald Parker, Tim Webb, Raina Turner-Greenlea, Tonya Hicks
Unwind, connect, and recharge. Join us for Happy Hour with Rivian—complete with EV test drives, a live DJ, and heavy hors d’oeuvres. It’s the perfect mix of networking, music, and momentum to close out the day.
Location: Rivian
Policies shift, markets react, and history always has a way of repeating itself. This session breaks down how the new administration and Congress will influence tariffs, interest rates, and supply chains—spotlighting where momentum is building and where cracks may form. Walk away with a clearer lens on the risks and the openings ahead.
Presenters: Dr. Reginald Parker and Tim Webb
The “Big Beautiful Bill” has redefined the playbook for lenders and investors. This session, led by US Bank, digs into how underwriting is shifting, which programs are in motion, and how global pressures are shaping U.S. policy. Get the insider view on what these changes mean for capital flow, risk, and opportunity in real time.
Moderator: Duanne Andrade (SELF)
Panelists: Jessie Buendia (CGC), Nia Jones (JCF)
Pull up a chair and hear it straight from the founders’ table. Six trailblazers share the lessons, pivots, and survival strategies they wish they’d known at the start. Grounded in wisdom from those who came before, this luncheon is all about real stories that spark clarity and courage for the road ahead.
In a moment defined by rapid shifts, the real question isn’t just can you act—it’s should you. This funders’ luncheon explores the cost of standing still, the weight of strategic choices, and why decisive action is more critical than ever. Leave with perspective on what this time demands of capital and leadership.
Moderator: Tim Webb
Every opportunity comes with strengths, weaknesses, openings, and risks—and this session lays them bare. Using a community-building lens, we’ll map the full SWOT landscape and connect it back to actionable strategy. Walk away with clarity on how to turn shared insight into forward momentum.
Presenters: Melanie Allen (The Hive Fund), Dr. Reginald Parker (Freedmen Green Bank), Duanne Andrade (SELF)
When the landscape shifts, survival comes down to the essentials. This session cuts through the noise to spotlight the personal habits and business fundamentals that keep leaders steady in turbulent times. Learn what it really takes to push through and position yourself for what comes next.
Presenters: Cornelia Ogendo and Colin Witherspoon
Thriving means looking beyond survival to seize what’s possible. This session highlights strategies to grow your business and enrich your life—from housing opportunities to cross-border ventures in the Caribbean and Africa. Discover the alternatives that turn challenge into momentum.
Presenter: James Mosley (US Department of Energy)
Close the day with energy and perspective. This inspirational session weaves together the insights, strategies, and stories shared throughout the program. Walk away with a clear sense of what matters most—and the drive to put it into action.
Presenters: Raina Turner-Greenlea and Adrienne Rice
Start the morning with inspiration and momentum. The Women’s POWER Breakfast brings together leaders from WRISE and WAHN for a candid fireside chat on partnerships and opportunities in energy and real estate. A separate registration makes this session open to women ready to connect, learn, and lead—whether or not they’re attending the full convention.
Moderator: Constance Thompson
Speakers: Doseke
Join us for an exclusive session where municipalities, corporate, and community leaders outline exciting public-private partnership (PPP) and pilot project opportunities. Discover how you can collaborate on innovative initiatives, gaining valuable insights and connections to drive your business forward.
Brought to you by: Dream.org, The Hive Fund, and Green Power Ventures
Fast, focused, and full of connections. Speed Networking is your chance to meet a wide range of peers and potential partners in quick, meaningful conversations. Come ready to exchange ideas, spark collaborations, and set the stage for deeper dialogue post convention.
Survive 2025 to Thrive brings the convention to a powerful close. This keynote ties together the insights and strategies shared, underscoring why endurance today is essential for growth tomorrow. Leave with renewed clarity, urgency, and the conviction to push forward.
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Reginald Parker
