Schedule


Note: MCB = Mission City Ballroom within the Santa Clara Convention Center.

9:30 am - 4:30 pm Tesla Factory

Tesla Factory Tours

See where and how the Model S is made.  Tours are based on availability. Time slot confirmed via email.
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Foyer - MCB

Registration

4:00 pm - 9:00 pm Expo Area - MCB

Exhibits Open

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Expo Area - MCB

Reception

7:00 am - 9:00 am Foyer - MCB

Registration

 
7:00 am - 9:00 am Expo Area - MCB

Light Breakfast, Coffee, and Tea

8:00 am - 5:30 pm Expo Area - MCB

Exhibits Open

9:00 am - 9:15 am Conference Hall - MCB

Welcome

9:15 am - 10:00 am Conference Hall - MCB

Keynote

10:00 am - 10:15 am Expo Area - MCB

Coffee Break

10:15 am - 10:55 am Conference Hall - MCB

Energy and Environment Panel

Our society is taking the first steps towards truly sustainable energy systems. This panel will discuss the development and impact of solar power, energy storage, and sustainable housing design. Richard Wilkinson is an Inside Energy Consultant at SolarCity. Eric Sortomme is a senior power systems engineer with Alstom Grid and the Vice Chair of the […]
11:00 am - 12:00 pm Conference Hall - MCB

Tesla Engineering Panel

Josh Ensign is Vice President of Production. Marc Wimmershoff works on Autopilot. Ted Merendino works on Tesla Energy.
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Dining Area - MCB

Lunch Break and Topic Tables

Small group discussions over lunch. Each 10 person table has a designated topic of discussion led by a facilitator. Lunch buffet provided. Seating at your topic of choice is on a first come first served basis. List of Topics: Developing, Applications and the Model S/X API. Apple Watch and Tesla app Interesting roadtrips Charging in […]
1:30 pm - 2:10 pm Conference Hall A - MCB

Road Trips Panel

Tesla road warriors will discuss the latest developments in long-distance travel, including the rollout of destination charging, the new trip planner feature, and some of the challenges and triumphs of long-distance EV travel. Mark Gemmell is an engineer working in an electric transport software startup. Jack Bowers is publisher of Fidelity Monitor & Insight and […]
1:30 pm - 2:10 pm Conference Hall B - MCB

Charging Challenges Panel

One of the barriers to EV adoption is charging access in multi-unit buildings such as condominiums. Political, technical, and legal challenges abound. This panel will look at the challenges and opportunities for EV adoption in multi-unit buildings. Jason Applebaum is founder and CEO of EverCharge. Douglas Bullard is an engineer with experience setting up charging […]
2:15 pm - 2:55 pm Conference Hall A - MCB

International Tesla Perspectives

Panel members discuss the differences and similarities of the Tesla experience in different countries around the world.
2:15 pm - 2:55 pm Conference Hall B - MCB

Tech Panel

The tech panel will dig into some technical issues concerning the Model S and charging infrastructure. Topics include charging standards, open source efforts such as OpenEVSE, and the Model S CAN bus and how you can explore it. Rob Neary is Group Manager, Infrastructure Services at Avanade. Christopher Howell is the founder and lead engineer […]
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm Conference Hall A - MCB

Tesla Motors – At the Intersection of Innovation & Integration

Tesla Motors is a new automotive, energy, and technology company, which is remarkable for both innovation and integration. Greg will describe how their model for design/engineering, sales/service, and manufacturing can be an inspiration for others. Greg Papay is a partner at Lake|Flato Architects and a fellow of the American Institute of Architects.
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm Conference Hall B - MCB

Who Will Win The Coming Autonomous Vehicle Revolution?

What impact will autonomous vehicles have on automotive manufacturers and service companies, and on society in general? What will the vehicles of the future look like, who will own them, and who will use them? Eric Bergerson is owner/founder of Bergerson Design.
3:30 pm - 3:50 pm Expo Area - MCB

Coffee Break

3:50 pm - 4:35 pm Conference Hall - MCB

Model S and Roadster Battery Survey Results

Tom has been collecting data from Tesla Roadster, Model S, and other EV users to learn more about the lifetime of EV batteries. Looking at pack capacity as affected by usage, environmental factors, and calendar age, Tom will show just how well our battery packs are handling the wear and tear of everyday usage. Tom […]
4:40 pm - 5:25 pm Conference Hall - MCB

Elon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX and The Quest for a Fantastic Future

Ashlee Vance recently published an authorized biography of Elon Musk, exploring the life and the impact of his ventures into sustainable energy, transportation, and space travel. Ashlee Vance is a prominent technology writer. He currently works for Bloomberg Businessweek. Chelsea Sexton is an EV industry advisor and consultant, co-founder of Plug In America, and is […]
5:25 pm - 5:40 pm Conference Hall - MCB

Closing Remarks

7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Tesla Headquarters

Party at Tesla HQ

Post conference party hosted at the Tesla Headquarters in Palo Alto. 
8:00 am - 10:00 am Terra Courtyard, Hyatt

Breakfast

Poolside breakfast at the conference hotel’s Terra Courtyard.  
10:30 am - 12:30 pm Tesla Factory

Tesla Factory Tours

See where and how the Model S is made.  Tours are based on availability. Time slot confirmed via email.
9:30 am - 11:00 am Tesla Factory

Tesla Factory Tours

See where and how the Model S is made.  Tours are based on availability. Time slot confirmed via email.
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Tesla Factory

Tesla Factory Tours

See where and how the Model S is made.  Tours are based on availability. Time slot confirmed via email.

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