This registration is for the Foundation 2 Blade educational program taking place on Wednesday, May 25-27 from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. EST.

This program will take place in person:

IBEW Local 26

4371 Parliament Place

Suite # A

Lanham, MD 20706

This Foundation 2 Blade training is sponsored by Maryland Energy Administration and is only open to businesses in Maryland.

After you register, you will receive an email that contains additional information about the program.

Pricing:

For in-person deliveries:

• Business Network members: $100
• Non-members: $150

What is Foundation 2 Blade:

Foundation 2 Blade is the industry’s most comprehensive training program for businesses who are ready to take advantage of the opportunities in the offshore wind industry. Over the course of four sessions, you will gain the tools, resources, and industry connections that prepare your business to successfully enter the offshore wind supply chain.

Attend Foundation 2 Blade and you will:

• Understand the phases and operations of offshore wind project development
• Determine where your company best fits in the supply chain
• Identify how you might diversify your products and services
• Understand the contracting process
• Learn a broad range of offshore wind terminology
• Identify additional training or certification requirements
• Identify unique, competitive advantages for your business
• Develop or modify a business/market-entry plan
• Gain the knowledge and confidence to pitch your business with offshore wind professionals

Who should attend?

• Any business or individual ready to take advantage of business opportunities in offshore wind and want to join the supply chain.

If you cannot make the May training, email Sam Salustro (Sam@offshorewindus.org), Director for Coalitions & Strategic Partnerships, to learn about upcoming trainings for Maryland businesses.

COVID-19 Health & Safety Guidelines

What to Expect at Business Network Events

At this time the Business Network is planning to have this event in person and reserve the right to move to a virtual event 7 days prior without advanced notice

The Business Network for Offshore Wind is firmly committed to the health and safety of our attendees, exhibitors, and sponsors – your health and well-being is our number one priority.

The Network has put the following COVID-19 health and safety standards in place that strictly adheres to guidelines mandated by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to ensure a safe and successful industry events. Please take the time to review our guidelines.

Health & Safety Standards for Business Network Events

What all attendees, exhibitors, and sponsors need to know about our events:

Business Network events will adhere to CDC, state, and city mandates as well as follows any additional recommendations by these institutions or the Network. Therefore new requirements may be in place upon arrival at the event.

All attendees, exhibitors, and sponsors must show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test 48 hours prior to the event (electronic proof is acceptable). Accepted proof of vaccination includes the following options:

• A physical vaccination card.

• A picture of your vaccination card.

• A digital vaccination card.

• Face masks are mandatory at all times unless drinking or eating.

• Face masks will be available for attendees.

• Name badges must be worn at all times.

• Sanitizers will be provided for attendees.

• All staff present at events from the Business Network for Offshore Wind are vaccinated.