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Elevate & Escalate Project
 

C. Stephen Carr BSEE, MSEE, PhD University California Berkeley, University of Utah 
Engineering AND renowned leading industry exp rt witness
 
Dr. Carr is the founder and president of IPT.He holds a BSEE, MSEE and Ph.D. from the University of California at Berkeley and the University of Utah at Salt Lake City.At the time of his Ph.D. studies in the late sixties, Carr was one of 20 researchers developing the ARPA Net, which was the foundation for the Internet.

In 1974, Dr. Carr founded IPT Corporation to develop intellectual property for hire.For thirty years, Carr and staff, have created large application software codes and electronic prototypes for other companies to own, manufacturer and distribute.

LITIGATION SUPPORTDr. Carr has extensive experience in the support of intellectual property litigation and technology related matters.He has served as an expert witness in over sixty civil matters and four criminal cases.

Dr. Carr and his staff specialize in cases where a strong knowledge of electronics, engineering and software is valued.Carr is especially strong when explaining technical concepts to judges and juries.He has testified at hearings and trials on five occasions. Area of Expertise: Dr. Carr is a Certified Power Door Inspector, AAADM qualified to testify in the following cases:Power-Operated DoorsAutomatic Pedestrian DoorsPower-Operated GatesElevator Doors

Dr. Carr has been deposed over 250 times and has testified in 60 trials.He specializes in cases where a strong knowledge of electronics and engineering is valued.Dr. Carr is especially strong when explaining technical concepts to judges and juries. Dr. Carr is a Certified Elevator / Escalator Inspector.Dr. Carr has been involved in thirty recent "vertical transporation" cases.

Litigation Support: Dr. Carr has extensive experience in the support of technology related matters.He specializes in cases where a strong knowledge of electronics and engineering is valued and is noted for explaining technical concepts to judges and juries.
Dr. Carr is currently pursuing another Masters Degree in Lift/Elevator Technology and Engineering in England schedule to be completed by 2012  .
 

Larry J. Marshall, MSME Stanford University

Born in Trenton, MO, in 1947, Larry Marshall has spent a lifetime of creating innovative new product ideas.

Mr. Marshall holds a BA in Biology as well as a BS and MS in Mechanical Engineering all from Stanford University.

Starting in 1969 at Raychem in Redwood City California, he quickly rose to be one of their superstars FOR innovation. At the time, Raychem had a workforce of 900 engineers and scientists. Larry was the person called upon to solve tough problems and generate new ideas.

With this success behind him, he set out on his own as a consultant to Silicon Valley with Raychem being one of his biggest customers. He single handedly grew this business over time and without outside investment into a high-tech machine-shop with 125 employees and sales of $11 million dollars a year.

As a Principal Investigator for the elevator and escalator work of EcoDream, he is researching product safety ideas for escalators and other Vertical Transportation equipment.   He currently serves as a volunteer and secretary treasurer for the corporation. 
These two experts are working under the leadership of the Board of Directors, staff and other consultants for Ecodream strategically leading the agency into other areas of the current building codes and alternative vertical transportation solutions and an overview of the industry and how new green building and alternative technologies can improve safety for children and seniors while current market protective devices and new devices are developed for better solutions.  
Engineering, Architectural and Environmental Consulting Services
      
DAN THOMPSON
Founder, President & CEO
SPG Solar
 
Dan Thompson started SPG Solar, Inc. in early 2001, to provide renewable energy alternatives to customers whose electric rates were escalating. Currently, SPG Solar, Inc. (SPG), designs and builds the highest performing solar energy systems in the industry. They range in size from 1 kilowatt to over 1 megawatt, and power businesses, government and agricultural facilities, and homes. 
 
Dan’s strong background in the electrical contracting and construction industry, coupled with his interest in renewable energy, have made him an industry leader in the development and design of comprehensive solar PV systems. An equally strong interest in innovative solar products led him to found Thompson Technology Industries, Inc. (TTI) in 2005. Under his leadership, TTI offers a full range of state-of-the-art solar PV products that enable professional installers to optimize installation practices and labor time.
Dan is recognized internationally for his vision and active participation in the PV industry. He represents SPG and SPGI in the global solar PV market, and was the only U.S. representative to speak at the 2004 International Congress on Renewable Energy (ICORE), in Bangalore, India. He contributes his experience and insights to developing state policy and legislation, and has helped educate thousands of people at solar industry events and conferences, including the Solar Power 2005 CEO Panel and community planning meetings.

SPG Solar Services

SPG Solar is an established leader in the design and installation of residential photovoltaic power systems. We are a turnkey solar integrator delivering a wide range of services from initial homeowner consultation through final construction completion and beyond. Our integrity, dedication to client satisfaction, and experienced teams set us apart. Over 1,000 homeowners in California have trusted SPG Solar to build a customized solar system fit to meet their energy needs, and their referrals continue to be our greatest source of new business. SPG Solar customers know that we deliver what we promise, delivering projects on time and on budget.

SPG Solar builds residential, commercial and municipal solar projects that range from 2 kilowatts to 1+ Megawatts. We employ the most passionate, dedicated, technically skilled people in the business. We were the first to build a large scale floating solar PV system (Floatovoltaic™) as well as a large system on the face of a dam. We bring this level of ingenuity and industry leadership to every solar system we build.

Our professional Energy Consultants, Designers, and Construction teams have the knowledge, experience and technical expertise to build the highest quality solar system. Our comprehensive package of solar services includes:

Site Evaluation and Energy Usage Analysis

As a first step to designing a solar installation for your home, SPG Solar Energy Consultants perform a complete feasibility study which includes an on-site analysis of your roof or property and a detailed analysis of your energy usage patterns.

Rebate and Interconnection Administration

SPG Solar's knowledgeable Rebate and Interconnection Team manages the administrative details associated with solar rebates and interconnection. From completing and submitting the forms to answering all questions and providing information that the incentive programs require, our team handles it all.

Design and Installation

Our expert Design, Project Management, and Construction Teams have the technical expertise to build the highest quality system for your energy needs. We take the time to determine the ideal site at your home, mounting options, and construction strategy to ensure your system is aesthetically pleasing, high performing, and built to last.

Post Installation Customer Service

SPG Solar’s Customer Service and Warranty Team guides each homeowner through the transition from construction to full system operation and is available years after the installation is complete for maintenance and service.

Comprehensive Warranties

SPG Solar offers full service warranties for up to 10 years in addition to the manufacturer’s equipment warranties that cover equipment for 20+ years. We ensure that our solar system will perform as projected over its lifetime.

 
Dan is a licensed and bonded California General B, Electrical C-10, and Solar C-46 contractor.For more information, see www.thompsontec.com and www.spgsolar.com
 
                         
Charles Frost, CPA
40 years experience working in the Bay Area with non profit agencies
 and real estate matters for the largest firms in the Bay Area. 

Attorney of Record 
Pamela Kaufmamm 
Hanson Bridgett Rudy Vlahos et al
 

Pamela S. Kaufmann dedicates her entire practice to the representation of senior housing and care providers and tax-exempt organizations. She advises assisted living facilities, continuing care retirement communities, skilled nursing facilities, housing providers, hospices and other providers on development issues (corporate structuring, licensing, real estate, tax exemptions), operations (contracting, regulatory compliance, elder abuse, consent and capacity issues, OBRA, fraud and abuse, and nonprofit and tax-exempt compliance), risk management and insurance issues, affiliations, mergers and acquisitions. Her intimate knowledge of clients' operations and contracts, coupled with her extensive tax-exempt expertise, makes her a natural choice for borrower's counsel whenever clients incur tax-exempt debt.

Pamela remains on the cutting edge of legal reforms and developments in the senior housing and care industry. She serves on the Legal Committee of the American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging (AAHSA) as both a core member and the State delegate from the California Association of Homes and Services for the Aging (CAHSA). She also serves on the CAHSA Legal Committee, and was appointed to both AAHSA's and CAHSA's liability task forces, which were formed to combat the effects of the liability crisis that afflicts senior housing and care providers. She was on the committee that rewrote California's continuing care laws and on a State task force that addressed elder care issues, and she routinely advises CAHSA regarding a host of legal issues.

Pamela regularly speaks before industry organizations such as AAHSA, CAHSA, the California Assisted Living Association (CALA), and the California Association for Health Facilities (CAHF) on issues including elder abuse, the liability crisis, disability discrimination, fair housing, corporate compliance, tax-exempt matters, and corporate governance issues, including the effect of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act on nonprofit organizations. She has contributed articles on these and other subjects to The Journal on Taxation, Taxation of Exempts, Tax Exempt Organization Tax Review, Spectrum Magazine, California Health Law News, and the legal newsletters published by CAHSA, AAHSA and CALA. She is committed to the use of plain English and advocates practical, cost-effective solutions to clients' problems.

Pamela is frequently sought after for her expertise on nonprofit and tax-exempt issues. She is a co-author of the California Continuing Education of the Bar treatise, Advising California Nonprofit Corporations (Second Edition), and a past Chair of the Tax-Exempt Organizations Committee of the Taxation Section of the State Bar. Pamela has testified before the IRS on intermediate sanctions issues and regularly advocates on behalf of the charitable sector.

In addition to being licensed to practice law in California, Pamela is a member of the District of Columbia bar.

Professional Affiliations

American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging (Legal Committee); Bar Association of San Francisco; California State Bar (Tax-Exempt Organizations Committee, Tax Section, Past Chair); California Association of Homes and Services for the Aging (Legal Committee); California Association of Nonprofits

Honors
Martindale-Hubbell AV Rating,
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