GLWN promised its membership face time with key players in the Wind Industry, and the inaugural 2011 WIND Summit, which takes place July 13 and 14 at the Cleveland Public Auditorium (Cleveland, OH), delivers on that promise. GLWN members can look forward to exclusive networking opportunities with wind industry experts including policy makers, legislators, manufacturers and advocates. The Summit theme, "Making It Here: Building Our Next Generation Supply Chain," addresses a critical need: shaping legislation, finding solutions and growing business opportunities right here in North American through the wind industry.

Not only will GLWN members receive a discounted meeting rate, but members and their guests at the Megawatt and Gigawatt levels are also invited to attend an exclusive Nautica Queen Dinner Cruise with speakers, VIPs, OEMs, and GLWN staff onboard. This members-only cruise with an all you-can-eat buffet, entertainment and cash bar takes place on Wednesday evening. What a perfect way to connect with industry leaders while viewing the future site of the Lake Erie Offshore Wind Farm. Gigawatt members are also invited to a special VIP morning event where they will share breakfast and conversation with numerous OEMs in a smaller, relaxed setting Š perfect for dealmaking!

On shore, the stage at the Cleveland Public Auditorium is set for a conference and exhibition focused on manufacturing job creation within the wind industry. A host of world-class speakers and panel members will address todayÕs hot topics:

1. Leveling the International Playing Field - Policy experts and legislatures will discuss what can be done nationally to advantage U.S. manufacturers while growing the wind industry in America.
2. Installing it Here: Joining in Wind Farm Construction - Discover how your company can enter the wind farm construction industry.
3. Doing It Here First: Offshore Wind in North America - Supply chain professionals will describe how European experience and North American technology can provide solutions to new challenges encountered offshore.
4. Achieving Global Manufacturing Competitiveness - Wind turbine OEMs seeking competitive domestic suppliers and manufacturers that have achieved this edge will share their industry insights and experiences.
5. Inventing It Here: Lowering Costs through New Design - Hear how wind turbine OEMs and manufacturers succeed in lowering the costs of turbine ownership through adoption of new technology and design.
6. Managing Foreign Specifications for U.S. Manufacturability - OEMs, suppliers and testing labs describe how issues are being overcome to promote competitive solutions from domestic suppliers.

DonÕt wait. Register for the GLWN WIND Summit now Hotel reservations at the Cleveland Crowne Plaza Hotel must be made before June 19 in order to receive the special conference rate. Please mention GLWN WIND Summit when making reservations.

Gain The GLWN Advantage: Become A Member
You wonÕt want to miss the exclusive networking opportunities that will be afforded only to GLWN members at this first-ever Summit. ItÕs not too late to launch your company into the wind industry with a GLWN membership and start reaping immediate benefits from the GLWN WIND Summit. You can participate at three member levels: Kilowatt, Megawatt and Gigawatt. Each has its own perks, and membership costs as little as $500 annually. Find out more at www.GLWN.org, click "Join."

Get Recognized: Become a GLWN Summit Sponsor
As a sponsor, your company will reach meeting attendees as well as our broader membership and influential supporters. Sponsors receive:

1. Recognition on the event Web site and Summit program book;
2. Complimentary registration based on participation level;
3. Company listing in the final program, including contact information and company description;
4. Onsite signage;
5. GLWN WIND SummitÕs pre- and post-summit attendee list.

GLWN membership is not required to be an event sponsor. Find out more and download a Sponsorship application. Or, contact Amy Laskowski at 262-835-6752.

See you at the Summit!