Business Strategies for Solar Installation
Workshop 12
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Friday, May 21
1:30pm to 5:30pm

Registration Price: $125 on or before April 1, $135 after April 1, $145 on-site
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Presented by: Matt Ziskin, SunWize Technologies
Description: Many people and businesses are looking to enter the solar installation market. However, it is easier said than done. First, they need to understand the industry and what is involved in successfully running a solar installation business. Then, they need to determine the most appropriate business strategy for them to succeed. This workshop provides a comprehensive introduction to the various aspects of a solar installation business, providing a basic grounding for prospective entrants as well as some best practices for established installers. It also examines different business models for small to medium businesses to successfully enter or compete in the market.
Materials to be provided to attendees include handout of workshop presentation
Who should attend? People or businesses looking to get into the solar industry or explore new business models


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Additional Workshop Details:

PURPOSE OF THE WORKSHOP
This is an introductory workshop intended for individuals and business interested in entering or expanding into solar installation. It overviews the various aspects of the business, highlights best practices, and examines different business models found in the industry.

CONTENT OF THE WORKSHOP
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Topics covered include:

  • Overview of the solar industry
  • Elements of a solar installation business
  • Inventory of skills and capabilities needed
  • Best practices
  • Assessing the solar business potential of a region
  • Different successful solar business models

PRESENTERS’ CURRENT POSITIONS AND EXPERTISE
Matt Ziskin is the Director of Marketing and Strategic Project Business Development at SunWize Technologies. Previously, He worked for SunWize parent company Mitsui USA, focusing on managing the solar panel supply chain. Matt obtained his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from MIT and his MBA from the MIT Sloan School of Management.