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About FountainBlue: One Conversation, One Executive, One Organization at a Time

FountainBlue’s vision is to foster leadership one conversation, one individual, one organization at a time. We stimulate empowering, collaborative, strategic leadership (what the ‘blue’ in our name represents) while focusing on shareholder needs and concrete results (what the ‘fountain’ in our name represents). To support our vision, we conduct monthly events for decision-makers in the valley, support a community for executives and entrepreneurs, provide results-oriented, strategic consulting for those in our community and are developing a fund for early-stage entrepreneurs in the high-tech, life science and clean energy industries.

FountainBlue Events: Convening Decision-Makers for Educational and Networking Events

FountainBlue creates and supports communities for women leaders and high tech, life science and clean energy entrepreneurs. Our free mailing lists for these groups feature weekly event recommendations, notes from our ongoing sessions, and communications between members. We also run and support five events a month to convene community members and others in-person: 
  •  A Clean Energy Entrepreneurs’ Forum held on the first Mondays of the month
  •  A High Tech Entrepreneurs’ Forum held on the second Mondays of the month
  •  A Life Science Entrepreneurs’ Forum held on the third Mondays of the month
  •  A When She Speaks Women in Leadership Series held on the second Thursdays of the month
  •  An Executives-in-Transition Event held on the third Thursdays of the month
Our programs feature engaging and experienced panelists and cover hot topics and their practical implications for decision-makers. Although our speakers think strategically, they are known and recognized for the actions they’ve taken, for the results they’ve created. It is our intent that FountainBlue events 1) foster deeper relationships between fellow professionals 2) stimulate critical thinking on leadership and business issues, and 3) provide practical tools and concepts which are readily applied to current business challenges.

FountainBlue Consulting: Integrating Strategy and Execution

At FountainBlue, we believe that leadership and innovation are critical elements of any successful venture. We therefore consult with and fund early-stage entrepreneurs in the high-tech, life science and clean energy industries, developing effective strategies in alignment with their personal and professional goals. More importantly, we work with our client companies to implement these strategies, balancing the need for a sharp focus on results and fluid monitoring of the needs of customers, markets and technologies.
This week's featured FountainBlue events are highlighted below. We hope to see you there!
 

Clean Energy entrepreneurs, intrapreneurs and investors are cordially invited to attend FountainBlue's Clean Energy Entrepreneurs' Forum, on the topic of Clean Energy Investors Panel: Funding Successes and Trends, scheduled for Monday, May 5 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at DLA Piper, 2000 University, East Palo Alto, CA. Although pre-registration is closed, you may register on-site registration for $40 plus $4 in fees.

 

Our May 5 Theme: Clean Energy Investors Panel: Funding Successes and Trends

For our May clean entrepreneurs’ forum, we have invited corporate investors and VCs to speak on investment successes and clean energy trends in:

 

·         Energy Generation – Solar, Wind, Clean Coal, MSW

·         Materials – Water Desalination, Concrete, Glass, Cement, Steel

·         Energy Efficiency – Building Design, Smart Lighting, Demand Response

 

Our esteemed panel will feature:

 

·         Facilitator Awais Khan, Director, Venture Capital Practice, KPMG

·         Panelist Andrew Chung, Principal, Lightspeed Venture Partners

·         Panelist Will Coleman, Partner, Mohr Davidow Ventures

·         Panelist Steve Eichenlaub, Managing Director, Intel Capital

·         Panelist Jeff Loomans, Partner, Sierra Ventures

You are cordially invited to FountainBlue's When She Speaks, Women in Leadership Series on the topic of The Mentors In Our Lives, scheduled for Thursday, May 8 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at EMC Corporation, 2831 Mission College Boulevard in Santa Clara. Pre-register for $20-$30 plus $2-$4 in fees at http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=146104 by May 5 at noon or pay $40 plus $4 in fees on-site.  


Our May 8 Topic: The Mentors In Our Lives

As leaders, we appreciate the mentors, leaders and role models upon whose shoulders we stood. We carefully consider the support and guidance we are consciously and unconsciously providing for those who come after us. This month's event will focus on our mentoring relationships, how we can share more of what we know with others and how we can identify the potential mentors available to us. Our panelists will share the ways that their mentors have impacted their thinking and development, and how this has, in turn, stimulated thoughts and actions in support of others. In addition, we’ll discuss how you can promote mentoring in your organization.

·         Facilitator Kim Wise, Mentor Resources

·         Panelist Denise Brosseau, Invent Your Future

·         Panelist Shelli Hendricks, Education Consultant, EMC

·         Panelist Tanja Miller, Learning & Organizational Development, Genentech

·         Panelist Greta Mowry, Keiretsu Forum

·         Panelist Maria Schaffer, Strategic Alliances, Cisco

We hope to see you at one of our upcoming events!

FountainBlue Series and Topic: Clean Energy Entrepreneurs' Forum: Clean Energy Investors Panel: Funding Successes and Trends - entrepreneurs only please

Date and time: Monday, May 5 from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Location: DLA Piper, 2000 University, East Palo Alto

Speaker (s):

•           Facilitator Awais Khan, Director, Venture Capital Practice, KPMG

•           Panelist Andrew Chung, Lightspeed Venture Partners

•           Panelist Will Coleman, Partner, Mohr Davidow Ventures

•           Panelist Steve Eichenlaub, Managing Director, Intel Capital

•           Panelist Jeff Loomans, Partner, Sierra Ventures

•           Other Panelists to be confirmed

Cost: $18-$30 pre-registered $40 plus $4 in fees on-site.

More Information: http://www.SVCleanEnergy.com

Registration: http://www.acteva.com/go/FountainBlue

 

FountainBlue Series and Topic: When She Speaks Women in Leadership Series: The Mentors In Our Lives

Date and time: May 8, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Location: EMC Corporation, 2831 Mission College Boulevard in Santa Clara

Speaker (s): 

•           Facilitator Kim Wise, Mentor Resources

•           Panelist Denise Brosseau, Invent Your Future

•           Panelist Shelli Hendricks, Education Consultant, EMC

•           Panelist Tanja Miller, Learning & Organizational Development, Genentech

•           Panelist Greta Mowry, Keiretsu Forum

•           Panelist Maria Schaffer, Strategic Alliances, Cisco

Cost: $20 -$30 pre-registered, $40 plus $4 fees on-site; $100 for corporate partners covering 10 people

More Information: http://www.whenshespeaks.com

Registration: http://www.acteva.com/go/FountainBlue

 

FountainBlue Series and Topic: High Tech Entrepreneurs' Forum: High Tech Investors Panel: Silicon Valley Technologies for Global Markets - entrepreneurs only please

Date and time: Monday, May 12, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Location: Pillsbury Winthrop Pittman & Shaw, 2475 Hanover, Palo Alto

•           Facilitator Lior Nuchi, Partner, Pillsbury Winthrop Pittman & Shaw LLP

•           Panelist Rudy Burger, Managing Partner, Woodside Capital Partners

•           Panelist Michelle Messina, President, Explora International

•           Panelist Vish Mishra, Venture Director, Clearstone Venture Partners

•           Panelist Sara Rauchwerger, BG Strategy and Chamber of Commerce International Consortium for Entrepreneurs

•           Panelist Henry Wong, Diamond TechVentures and Garage Technology Ventures

Cost: $18-$30 pre-registered, $40 plus $4 fees on-site.

More Information: http://www.SVEntrepreneurs.com

Registration: http://www.acteva.com/go/FountainBlue

 

FountainBlue Series and Topic: Life Science Entrepreneurs' Forum: Trends in Medical Device Development - entrepreneurs only please

Date and time: Monday, May 19 from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Location: DLA Piper, 2000 University, East Palo Alto

Speaker (s):

• Facilitator/moderator:

            Bruce W. Jenett, Partner, Co-Chair, Global Life Sciences Sector, DLA Piper US LLP

• Panelists:

            Rob Abrams, Operating Partner, Sanderling Ventures; former Vice President New Business Development/ New Ventures, Boston Scientific Corporation

            Richard M. Ferrari, Managing Director, De Novo Ventures

            William T. Harrington, MD, Partner, Three Arch Partners

            Geetha Rao, Serial Medical Device Entrepreneur and Executive

Cost: $18-$30 pre-registered, $40 plus $4 fees on-site.

More Information: http://www.SVLifeScience.com

Registration: http://www.acteva.com/go/FountainBlue

 

FountainBlue Series and Topic: Clean Energy Entrepreneurs' Forum: Green Transportation - entrepreneurs only please

Date and time: Monday, June 2 from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Location: DLA Piper, 2000 University, East Palo Alto

Speaker (s):

Facilitator Jim Robbins, San Jose Environmental Business Cluster

Panelist from PG&E to be confirmed

Other Panelists to be confirmed

Cost: $18-$30 pre-registered, $40 plus $4 fees on-site.

More Information: http://www.SVCleanEnergy.com

Registration: http://www.acteva.com/go/FountainBlue

 

FountainBlue Series and Topic: High Tech Entrepreneurs' Forum: Entrepreneur Success Stories: From Idea to Buy-Out - entrepreneurs only please

Date and time: Monday, June 9, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Location: Pillsbury Winthrop Pittman & Shaw, 2475 Hanover, Palo Alto

Speaker (s):

Facilitator from Pillsbury Winthrop Pittman & Shaw LLP

Other Panelists to be confirmed

Cost: $18-$30 pre-registered, $40 plus $4 fees on-site.

More Information: http://www.SVEntrepreneurs.com

Registration: http://www.acteva.com/go/FountainBlue

 

FountainBlue Series and Topic: When She Speaks Women in Leadership Series: Leadership in a Changing World

Date and time: Thursday, June 12, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Location: EMC Corporation, 2831 Mission College Boulevard in Santa Clara

Speaker (s):

Amy Gonzales, Women Unlimited

Panelist from EMC, to be confirmed

Other Panelists to be confirmed

Cost: $20 -$30 pre-registered, $40 plus $4 fees on-site; $100 for corporate partners covering 10 people
More Information: http://www.whenshespeaks.com

Registration: http://www.acteva.com/go/FountainBlue

 

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Below is a calendar view of our upcoming events.

APRIL

 

1

2

3

4

Funding Road Trip

 

Your Pitch

7

Clean Energy
Entrepreneurs’
Forum

 

Energy Beyond
Solar: Wind,
Biofuel,Water
and More

8

9

10

When She Speaks Women in Leadership Series

 

Leading with Power, Influence and Integrity

11

14

High Tech
Entrepreneurs’
Forum

 

Web 2.0 - from
Consumer to
Enterprise
Opportunities
and Business
Models

15

16

17

Transitions

 

Developing a Leadership Pipeline

18

21

Life Science
Entrepreneurs’
Forum

 

Trends in
Pharma

22

23

24

25

28

29

30

 

 

May

 

 

 

1

2

Funding Road Trip

 

The Meeting

5

Clean Energy
Entrepreneurs’
Forum

 

What’s Hot
and What’s Not

6

7

8

When She Speaks Women in Leadership Series

 

The Mentors in Our Lives

9

12

High Tech
Entrepreneurs’
Forum

 

High Tech
Investors Forum:
 Technologies
to Watch

13

14

15

Transitions

 

The First Ninety Days

16

19

Life Science
Entrepreneurs’
Forum

 

Trends in the
Medical Device
Industry

20

 

21

22

23

26

27

28

29

30

June

2

Clean Energy
Entrepreneurs’
Forum

 

Green
Automobiles and
Transportation

3

4

5

6

 

9

High Tech
Entrepreneurs’
Forum

 

Entrepreneur
Success Stories:
From Idea
to Buy-Out

10

11

12

When She Speaks Women in Leadership Series

 

Leadership in a Changing World

13

16

 

17

18

19

Transitions

 

Hot Positions and Markets for Senior Execs

20

23

24

25

26

27