The Links Group Announces Sponsorship of 2009 Minnesota Cup Clean & Green Division

Links Group offering winner free investor marketing plan to identify potential investors and develop an effective positioning plan to attract investor interest

Minneapolis, MN May 7, 2009—The Links Group lends a helping hand as the newest sponsor of the Minnesota Cup Clean & Green Division. The Clean & Green Division, hosted by the University of Minnesota and Wells Fargo, is part of the Green Jobs Invested Initiative which strives to promote advancing ideas and clean technologies including conservation, energy efficiency, renewable energy, biofuels and sustainable products and chemicals. Local businesses are encouraged to submit their products and services for a chance to win outstanding awards and benefits that include: monetary awards in seed capital, legal assistance, accounting assistance, media coverage, networking opportunities, research opportunities and recognition.

The EcoMark Division of The Links Group focuses on smart marketing of ecologically advantaged technologies and products. Through the years the firm has helped wind energy service companies and developers, biofuel organizations, clean technology companies and environmental clean-up initiatives.

Kristine Sundberg, CEO of The Links Group, has a passion for green technology and renewable energy areas, founded from her master’s degree in environmental science. “The development of green technologies and renewable energy is a high priority for Minnesota and our nation,” said Sundberg. “The Minnesota Cup Clean & Green Division creates an excellent opportunity for local businesses to promote their sustainable solutions and innovative ideas. We are delighted to be a partner in furthering the green economy of this state.”

A free Investor Marketing Plan will be awarded by The Links Group to the winner of Clean & Green Division, which will be announced in fall 2009. “The Links Group recognizes the number one priority for businesses in the current economy is finding sources of funding,” said Sundberg. “The free investor marketing plan will identify potential funding sources and map out the best positioning strategies that clearly communicate the investment opportunities and ultimately secure the funding.”

About Minnesota Cup

The Minnesota Cup strives to seek out, support, celebrate and promote Minnesota’s newest and most innovative business ideas. The Minnesota Cup holds an annual, statewide contest that connects local entrepreneurs and business leaders and investors. The contest offers divisions that include: The Clean & Green, Social Entrepreneur, Bio Sciences, High Tech, General and Student. The Clean & Green Division focuses on innovative ideas involving clean and renewable technologies. For more information about the Minnesota Cup and The Clean & Green Division, visit http://www.breakthroughideas.org.

About The Links Group

The Links Group team has a long list of accomplishments in engaging key stakeholders such as customers, investors, employees, policymakers, communities, vendors and others. The Links Group offers broad capabilities and resources in a wide range professional and industry areas. The services include strategic planning, public relations, marketing, public affairs, investor relations, crisis communications, organizational communications and online/interactive communications. The EcoMark Division focuses its extensive environmental experience in the green technologies and renewable energy areas. The Links Group is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. For more information, visit www.linksresults.com.

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