Mike Howard led the Electric Power Research Institute Inc. for nearly half of its existence. Now, he's bringing that passion to a globally-focused organization.

The founder and former CEO of AOL returns almost five years to the day after the "Rise of the Rest" tour stopped in the Gig City.

AliroNet will provide the user interface for customers that will enable end-users to define, validate, schedule, run, and control services on the network. All user data and telemetry will be securely gathered and stored to safeguard intellectual property.

Grants of up to $15,000 will be made available to organizations and companies to support and empower Tennessee entrepreneurs.

The company’s core business globally is recovering precious renewable energy from waste materials. In North America, the main focus is renewable natural gas.

Jay Rogers, Co-Founder of Local Motors, is leading a new 3D furniture manufacturer in Florida, while a company tied to Greater Sum Ventures has an Operating Partner serving as its Interim CEO.

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The University of Tennessee, Knoxville's research endeavors span every school, college, and field. Work done there is helping East Tennessee become a hub for innovation.