Green Mountain Energy is a United States company that sells green electricity products via renewable energy credits.

Green Mountain Energy was founded in Vermont in 1997 by Sam Wyly as an offshoot of Green Mountain Power to take advantage of the deregulation of the Texas electricity market.^[1] In September 2000, the company moved its headquarters to Austin, Texas. In January 2002, Green Mountain began serving the Texas market and was the first to offer alternative energy in the state.^[3] In August 2009 Green Mountain Energy expanded to New York City, serving those in the Con Edison service territory.^[4]

In November 2010 Green Mountain Energy was acquired by NRG Energy for $350 million.^[1] At that time Green Mountain Energy operated as a standalone subsidiary of NRG, but now operates as one of NRG’s brands.^[5]

In May 2009 the company launched a “Renewable Rewards” Buy-Back program, which credits customers with renewable generation facilities in their homes for excess energy their facility sends back to the electric grid.^[6]

In April 2011 the company launched a solar leasing program for residential solar panels,^[7] and announced “Pollution Free EV”, a wind electricity product for electric vehicle owners.^[8]

In January 2011 Green Mountain Energy signed a two-year agreement to provide 100% renewable energy to the Empire State Building, the largest commercial green power purchase in New York City at that time.^[9] In February 2012, the company partnered with the National Football League (NFL) to power Super Bowl XLVI with 15 million kWh of renewable energy.^[10] In June 2012, Green Mountain Energy expanded to Pennsylvania, serving those in the PECO and PPL service territories.

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SEE HOW NFL ALL-PRO SAQUON BARKLEY IS TEAMING WITH A FAMOUS DESIGNER-FEMINIST TO SUPPORT
WOMEN BUSINESS OWNERS

UNIQUE ‘SHE’S NEXT’ EVENT CHAMPIONS WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS DURING
SUPER BOWL WEEK

While the NFL is Focused on Football in Atlanta, Feminists Like Designer Rebecca Minkoff will be Discussing Empowering Women Business Owners

Festivities surrounding the Super Bowl will focus the nation’s attention on Atlanta next week, but another event in the ATL that will get plenty interest is the She’s Next Empowered by Visa Initiative to help women entrepreneurs. The NFL’s has made a concerted effort to encourage female fans and improve the league’s image in recent years. That’s why the new SHE’S NEXT, Empowered by Visa is announcing a new global initiative in Atlanta to help women entrepreneurs. It’s hoped that having this important event in Atlanta it will draw more attention to challenges facing women entrepreneurs.

Even with this success, a new survey by Visa shows nearly three-quarters of women (73%) report it was difficult to obtain the funding they needed to start their own business. In fact, six in ten (61%) self-fund their business. That’s why the new SHE’S NEXT, Empowered by Visa program is announcing a new global initiative to help women entrepreneurs. Please call if you would like to send a crew to cover any of the events.

Script for SHE’S NEXT EMPOWERED BY VISA SUPER BOWL WEEK:

PRE-GAME FESTIVITIES SURROUNDING THE SUPER BOWL ARE GETTING PLENTY OF ATTENTION THIS WEEK IN ATLANTA–INCLUDING A GLOBAL INITIATIVE TO HELP WOMEN CALLED: SHE’S NEXT, EMPOWERED BY VISA.

ONE N-F-L STAR EVEN JOINED-IN TO SHOW SUPPORT FOR THE EFFORTS TO HELP WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS.

CLAUDIA LOMBANA HAS THE STORY.

LOCATION: Atlanta, Ga.

Rebecca Minkoff
Designer, Founder of Female Founder Collective

Suzan Kereere
Visa, Head of Global Merchant Sales & Acquiring

Saquon Barkley
New York Giants Running Back

Monique Larue Wilson
Atlanta Small Business Owner

Courtesy: VISA

Claudia Lombana Reporting

For more information, visit: www.Visa.com/shesnext

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At 6-foot-1, 250-pounds, Ovie Mughelli was a bruising fullback for more than a decade in the NFL. The former All-Pro player was known for punishing linebackers, but also for his engaging personality and ability to have fun with his teammates both on and off the field. Mughelli is a former network TV Sports analyst, so he still finds plenty of time to watch the Big Game while partying with friends. On January 25th, just in time for the Super Bowl (Feb. 3) in Atlanta, Ovie is available to share his can’t-miss Big Game party tips. Find out how this former NFL star and his friends plan to party.

OVIE’S BIG GAME PARTY CHECK LIST INCLUDES: SCORING WITH DIPS—New must-have chips and popcorn for hungry fanatics SUPER SIDES—Loving the hummus creations for a healthier game time snack BEVERAGE BONANZA—Ovie’s prime time special drink recipes GRILLING GREATNESS—Simples secrets for big game grilling perfection OVIE’S BACKGROUND – During his career, Ovie played for the Baltimore Ravens and Atlanta Falcons. He was an All-ACC fullback for Wake Forest in college. He was formerly on ACC Gridiron Live on FOX Sports.

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Stuart (July 19, 1965 – January 4, 2015) was an American sportscaster and anchor on ESPN, most notably on the network’s SportsCenter. Scott regularly covered the NBA and the NFL for ESPN. He was well-known for his hip-hop style and use of catchphrases.

In 2007, Scott learned that he had appendix cancer. After going into remission, he was again diagnosed with cancer in 2011 and 2013. Scott was honored at the ESPY Awards in 2014 with the Jimmy V Award for his ongoing fight against cancer.

for more info, go to http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stuart_Scott

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 Good News covered this event and it was special.

We have many interviews from this event that we will be posting. 

Here is Mike Adams, John Starks, Chris Doleman, Joe Klecko, Jennifer Williams, Alisa Maria and Chef Plum sharing their wit.

ELITE NATION EMBARKS ON 2014 “TASTE OF THE BEST WINE EXTRAVAGANZA,”

JANUARY 30TH, 2014

Pro Player Insider (NFL) Announced As Event Official Media And Press Red Carpet Partner

Collaborative Efforts Include Sponsorship and Branding Partnerships with Dom Perignon Champagne, The Wine Academy, Numanthia, Paul Miller Porsche, Reidel The Wine Glass Company & Hope For Children Foundation

WEEHAWKEN, NJ, January 30, 2014 – Event planning and entertainment company Elite Nation announces their approaching first and continuously annual “Taste of the Best Wine Extravaganza” set to kick off in 2014. Elite Nation Entertainment LLC is a premier Boutique event management company  that combines all the skills needed to coordinate the complex details of events from planning to budgeting. Our vocation surpasses the definition of  group or class enjoying superior intellectual, social or economic status. “Taste of the Best Wine Extravaganza” will be presented as a  luxury and charitable exclusive wine tasting and entertainment celebration. “Taste of the Best Wine Extravaganza” is slated to be the “first of its kind” in the New Jersey area beginning of the 2014 year as Elite Nation has garnered official VIP Room sponsorship with Dom Perignon Champagne, The Wine Academy and Numanthia. Tucked quaintly away in the crests of Weehawken, New Jersey, Taste of The Best Wine Extravaganza will take place at the exclusively private “Chart House” which offers breath taking views of the Manhattan skyline. Taste of the Best Wine Extravaganza has been geared towards the most sophisticated of individuals who aim to increase the capacity of their wine pallets and increase their brand affiliation knowledge through networking with like-minded guests. Taste of the Best Wine Extravaganza has acquired a unique relationship with The Hope for Children Foundation where a percentage of proceeds will be directly donated in effort to further making “positive differences” in the lives of children. Hope For Children Foundation is a group of young professionals, entrepreneurs and parents in Monmouth County working together to raise funds with the end result of making a significant positive difference in the lives of children. It originated in 2002 with the simple goal of “getting together with family, friends and colleagues to make a difference in our community.” On an annual basis Hope For Children Foundation identifies charitable organizations and individuals that will benefit from monies that come from our fundraising efforts. To date HFCF has donated over a million dollars to local charities and families in need of assistance in Monmouth County. “Taste of the Best Wine Extravaganza’s” red carpet entrance will feature press placement and video documented interviews from prominent sports news source, NFL Pro Insider. In a collaborative effort, the red carpet sports talent list includes Hall of Fame NFL player Chris Doleman (Vikings), Joe Klecko(Jets), Brian Jones (Saints), Joe Horn (Saints), Lee Rouson (Giants), Terry Kirby (49ers), Roy Barker (49ers) and Antonio Garay (Jets). Additional talent will include American Jazz Bassist Bob Cranshaw. Cranshaw’s career spans over the heyday of Blue Note Records to his recent involvement with the Musicians Union. Cranshaw is known for his long association with Sonny Rollins and has been featured in Rollin’s working band for almost five decades, beginning with the 1962 album “The Bridge”. “Taste of the Best Wine Extravaganza” sponsored and provided VIP wine list will contain the following brands of wines & spirits: Belvedere Vodka, Fulcrum, Cheval des Andes, Bodega Catena Zapata, Glenmorangie Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Bodegas Faustino, Hennessy Cognac, Fairchild Napa Valley, Chalk Hill, Terrazas de los Andes, Chateau de Beaucastel, Joseph Phelps Vineyards, Newton Vineyard, Cloud Bay New Zealand, Robert Foley Vineyards, Chateau Rauzan-Segla, Boyanci, Ardbeg Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Tenuta Sette Ponti, Calon Segue, Vincent Giardin and Tenuta San Guido. *All glassware will be provided by Reidel leading glass company. Reidel is the originator of the concept of having glasses with characteristics designed to enhance types of wines* In true luxury high scale event collaboration, “Taste of the Best Wine Extravaganza’s” red carpet will be sponsored by leading German luxury automobile company, Porsche (Paul Miller). Located in Morris County NJ and serving the greater New York City area, which includes Rockland County New York, Connecticut and all of Northern and Central New Jersey, Paul Miller Porsche is your source for Porsche Cars, Sedans and SUV’s. Under the ownership of Paul Miller Auto Group, LLC since 1976 Paul Miller Porsche is one of the largest Porsche dealers in New Jersey and one of the top-ten largest Porsche dealerships in the nation. “Taste of the Best Wine Extravaganza” ticket purchase options include Gold General Admission and Platinum VIP Admission. Gold General Admission Includes: -Specialty food stations & Hors’ d’oeurves -Jazz Performance by Bob Cranshaw -Infused Cigars by Guy & Lady Barrel -Multiple Wine Stations -Gifting Bag (including bottle of Numanthia Wine) -Opportunity to bid on sports memorabilia provided by Steiner Sports -Opportunity to bid on a trip to Dominican Republic -Admission at 7PM Platinum VIP Admission Includes: -Specialty food stations & Hors’ d’oeurves -Jazz Performance by Bob Cranshaw -Infused Cigars by Guy & Lady Barrel -Multiple Wine Stations -Gifting Bag (including bottle of Dom Perignon) -Opportunity to bid on sports memorabilia provided by Steiner Sports -Opportunity to bid on a trip to Dominican Republic -Admission at 6PM -Exclusive VIP early admission wine tasting (all wines valued over 100$) -Access to VIP lounge sponsored by Dom Perignon -Meet & Greet with NFL attendees and celebrity guests -Wine seminar provided by Reidel Glassware For Ticket Purchase Options please visit: www.enenj.com

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