Special Guests/Special Events

GUESTS

MEET LARRY HAGMAN
What would a visit to Texas be without a chance to meet the original J.R. Ewing from the ‘80s television hit drama Dallas? As it turns out, Larry Hagman (also of I Dream of Jeannie fame) who played the infamous J.R., is a renewable energy kind of guy. Hagman has one of the largest residential solar panel systems in California that he uses to completely sustain his home. He thoroughly understands the role of biodiesel in the U.S. energy sector and will be participating in several conference events, including the Monday morning General Session.

JOHN G. STOESSINGER, PHD, IS TUESDAY’S KEYNOTE SPEAKER
On the eve of World War II, John G. Stoessinger, PhD, fled Nazi-occupied Austria to Czechoslovakia. Three years later, he fled again via Siberia to China where he lived for seven years and served with the International Refugee Organization.

John Stoessinger has taught at Harvard, Columbia and Trinity Universities, and now serves as Distinguished Professor of Global Diplomacy at the University of San Diego. He also served as Director of the Political Affairs Division of the United Nations. Dr. Stoessinger has published ten books, including the Bancroft Prizewinning The Might of Nations: World Politics in Our Time. His most popular book, Why Nations Go to War, has just been published in its tenth edition.

CARVILLE AND MATALIN TO SPEAK AT WEDNESDAY GENERAL SESSION
You’ve seen them invigorate the political scene for years, lending lively debate to the airwaves. Here’s your chance to see one of the nation’s most famous political couples, Mary Matalin and James Carville.

What makes this husband-and-wife team unique is the fact that Matalin is active in Republican politics – she formerly served as assistant to President George W. Bush and counselor to Vice President Dick Cheney. Meanwhile, Carville has been equally eloquent in Democratic politics — he was chief campaign strategist for Clinton/Gore in 1992 and is one of America’s best-known political consultants.

Hear this pair discuss their political histories and how a “power couple” such as they manage a household (and two children) divided by political affiliations. Witness their dialogue and unique communication style as they discuss the importance of political activity in getting public policy turned in your favor.

MERLE HAGGARD “BIODIESEL ROCKS!” CONCERT
Join us beginning at 7:00 p.m., Monday, February 5, at the majestic Municipal Auditorium in downtown San Antonio for a live performance by this country music legend. Haggard, one of the most interesting and inventive singer/songwriters in history, is marking his 42nd year in country music. He has millions of fans around the world, and our industry is blessed to have him as a fan of biodiesel!

Attendees will enjoy light food and beverages as they get “revved up” for the concert scheduled for 8:30 p.m. Transportation will be provided from the convention center beginning at 6:45 p.m.

LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL!
Sunset Station - Tuesday Evening
(Shuttles depart from Convention Way Street beginning at 6:45 p.m. Please see Transportation Schedule posted in the Conference Center East Registration. Please remember to bring your wristband.)

Sponsored by AllThingsBiodiesel.com

Plan to join your fellow attendees for food, fun and entertainment on the last night of the National Biodiesel Conference and Expo 2007. Sunset Station is a well-known local venue in the historic San Antonio train station. Don’t miss the dynamic performance of Emily Richards who performed for us in 2006 in San Diego. Emily is an avid biodiesel supporter and her performances exhibit the passion she has for her music…and biodiesel!

PRE-CONFERENCE
EVENTS

Saturday, February 3, 2007

12:30 pm - 6:00 pm   Golf Tournament*

1:00 pm - 6:00 pm    Pre-Conference Session 1 – BQ-9000 Training Seminar*

Sunday, February 4, 2007

10:00 am - 1:00 pm   Pre-Conference Session 2 – Train the Trainer/Biodiesel 101*

  Pre-Conference Session 3 – Biodiesel Plant Feasibility: Making the Right Decisions*

  Pre-Conference Session 4 – NBB Membership*

1:30 pm - 4:00 pm    Pre-Conference Session 5 – Feedstock, Petroleum & Risk Management Workshop (Free) NBB MEMBERS ONLY

4:00 pm - 9:00 pm    Superbowl Party/Welcome Reception*

*Ticketed Events. Some events require additional fees.