Green Business Network presents the first Green Business Networking Series event at the Columbia Club on June 11th, 2009. Green Business Network is an Indianapolis based organization that promotes green businesses through education and connection. Part of the proceeds will benefit the Indiana Chapter of the US Green Building Council and the Hoosier Environmental Council. The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is a non-profit organization composed of leaders from across the building industry working to advance buildings that are environmentally responsible, profitable and healthy places to live and work. Hoosier Environmental Council (HEC), founded in 1983, is Indiana’s largest statewide environmental non-profit organization. Hoosier Environmental Council has been a leader in bringing visibility to such serious environmental challenges as mercury pollution and power plant waste. Obama’s administration’s focus on stimulating the US economy and reducing business’ carbon footprint has created new opportunities for businesses to obtain financing for innovative green projects and create new jobs in the state. This event will focus on governmental incentives that are available on the federal, state, and local levels for energy efficiency projects; energy conservation; and automobile‐related incentives. Panel speakers include Paul Krievins of Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority, Rick Wajda of Indiana Builders Association, Ryan Asberry of Indiana Economic Development Corporation, and Kären Haley with Indianapolis Office of Sustainability. Moreover, the event has dedicated a two-hour period after the panel discussion, for participants to engage in “Green Networking". The program seeks diversity in its attendance, which will include corporate leaders, business professionals, business owners, local policymakers, educators, and local media persons. We invite you to be a part of the Green Business Networking Series event. Registration includes: heavy hors d''oeuvres and cash bar. Space is limited. Event Program: 5.00 PM - 5.30 PM - Registration 5.30 PM - 6.30 PM - Panel discussion 6.30 PM - 7.00 PM - Q & A 7.00 PM - 9.00 PM - Networking session Checks may be sent to: Emerald Healthy Environments, LLC PO Box 554 Fishers, IN 46038 Visit: Indiana green business site for more information