Leadership Conference for Women in Energy

November 7-8, 2024 | Burbank, CA and Online :: Pacific Time

Hosted by Burbank Water and Power

“Such a diverse group of women who all want to share their knowledge and advice. I am so happy I came. I will implement what I learned for the rest of my career.”  Designer II, Arizona Public Service

“This was an excellent women’s event full of encouragement and relevant topics that hit home for career progression. Powerful content and insightful dialogue.” Customer Experience Operations Supervisor, Arizona Public Service

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“Great content, conversation & support. Very inspirational and motivating. I already have a list of improvements to implement for myself and my team. If you’re ready for change and positive improvement, this is the place!” Director, Marketing, Hubbell Power System

“I am just a few years into my career and starting to think about finding a leadership role. This conference has given me so many nuggets of wisdom that I will use for a lifetime as I grow into a leader.” Regulatory Analyst, Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission

“You don’t often find a conference where every topic is applicable to you, but this conference hit the mark! Very beneficial to every woman working in the energy industry today!” Transmission Business Operations Specialist, Western Area Power Administration

“This was a very thoughtful representation of what emerging and current leaders need to stay inspired to continue reflecting on “our why” as we seek to add value to our organizations.” Community Engagement Strategist, Portland General Electric

“These women are incredible and are changing the world. Their energy is better than any shot of espresso.” POWER Engineers

“The Leadership Conference for Women in Energy 2021 was fantastic. The topics were relevant, the speakers and moderators were passionate, knowledgeable and the time flew by. I will attend another EUCI conference next chance that I get.” Operations & Planning Auditor, WECC

“High energy and relevant conversations.” Operations Business Process Specialist, Liberty Algonquin Business Services (USA)

“This event was phenomenal. So many wonderful speakers with diverse backgrounds that had great insight on being a woman in the energy sector.” Engineer, Southern Power

“Interesting insights from diverse individual across the nation.” EFIN Manager, Southern Nuclear

“The program provided a great opportunity to hear about leadership skills and career advice. It also allowed us to connect with other powerful women within the energy industry. Overall, it was great!” Lead Engineer, National Grid

“An Eye Opening Experience … extremely profound & enlightening! A wealth of information from successful, established, and humble speakers.” Senior Planning Analyst, ConEdison

“This was time well spent – I feel like I gained quite a bit of knowledge in just a short amount of time! The speakers were relatable and enjoyable.” HVSD Applications Engineer I, Mitsubishi Electric Power Products Inc.

“This was such an amazing conference! The speakers were so inspiring and insightful.” Customer Service Supervisor, Burbank Water and Power

“This conference was informative and inspiring!” CORHR Training & Development Specialist, Mitsubishi Electric Power Products Inc.

“I loved the variety of topics covered and that they were current and relevant!” Manager, Substation Construction & Maintenance, Sacramento Municipal Utility District

“Great opportunity to learn from the experiences of very impressive career women.” Project Manager, ConEdison

“This event was filled with inspirations and skills to help women navigate the modern day workplace.” Engineer, ConEdison

“I’m walking away from this with more confidence that I can succeed as a leader.” Director, Meetings & Facilities, WECC

“This is a great event for development of your leadership skills and potential. This is an investment worth making in yourself and your staff will thank you.” Supply Services Manager, Los Angeles Department of Water and Power

“The EUCI WIE Leadership Conference was such a great conference! The speakers were open and honest with their career experience and offered advice to help future leaders grow and develop.” Program Manager, Liberty Utilities

“Great, interactive conference. Offered a wide range of expertise and advise from all perspective. The conference was extremely informative and inspirational. Enjoyed every minute.” Principal Auditor, ISO New England

“I’m going to leave this conference with confidence knowing that the struggles and experiences I go through daily are being experienced by so many other women in the industry, and they are killing it.” Utility Forester, Duquesne Light

“This conference will provide you with some of the most valuable leadership strategies to apply in your career and in your personal life.” Manager, Con Edison

“You don’t have to be in a leadership role to benefit from this conference. The skills and advice are beneficial for all women in their workplace interactions, and even those just starting out can begin to build and implement their best practices.” System Operator, California ISO

As of 2024, women hold approximately 16.3% of C-suite positions in the energy sector in the United States and Canada. This data underscores the need for diverse and inclusive leadership in the energy workforce.

The goal of this event is to help women advance their careers in this traditionally male-dominated industry. We offer an immersive leadership development experience designed to equip women with strategies for the unique challenges of the energy sector.

Key Takeaways:

• Gain practical strategies and actionable steps to advance your career
• Connect with and learn from influential women leaders through working sessions, keynote addresses, and panel discussions

You’ll participate in knowledge sharing and build relationships to enhance your professional network. Register now to learn from the top women in energy.

Register now for the Leadership Conference for Women in Energy and take the first step towards transforming your career!

Learning Outcomes

• Identify barriers faced by women leaders and discuss strategies to overcome them
• Describe strategies to build a pipeline for women leaders in your organization
• Enhance leadership qualities through interactive exercises and real-world examples
• Develop effective communication and negotiation skills tailored to women leaders
• Utilize mentoring for personalized career guidance and professional growth
• Build strategies to engage male allies and overcome biases in the workplace
• Implement practical strategies for achieving work-life integration and enhancing well-being
• Analyze the future landscape, innovations, and emerging trends in the energy sector
• Discover strategies to develop resiliency and adaptability
• Learn from successful women leaders’ career paths and strategies for advancement
• Understand the benefits of diversity in fostering innovation and competitiveness

Thursday, November 7, 2024 : Pacific Time

9:00 – 9:15 a.m. :: Welcome Message

Mandip Samra, CEO/General Manager, Burbank Water & Power

9:15 – 10:15 a.m. :: Panel Discussion: Trailblazing a Sustainable Future

Top executives will share insights on the challenges and opportunities for women leaders in the sector, setting the tone for empowerment and inspiration.

• Insights from top executives on overcoming barriers
• Success stories of women leaders
• Strategies for building a talent pipeline for women leaders

Darlene Phillips, Executive Director, Operations Engineering Support, PJM Interconnection

Jillian Rich, Manager of Enterprise Strategy & Risk, SMUD

Gillian Wright, SVP & Chief Customer Officer, SoCalGas

10:15 – 10:45 a.m. :: Networking Break

10:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. :: Working Session: Negotiation Skills

Mastering negotiation skills is crucial for driving successful outcomes and fostering strong professional relationships. This interactive session is designed to empower women leaders with the essential tools and strategies needed to navigate complex negotiations with confidence and precision.

• Develop techniques for preparing and structuring negotiations to achieve mutually beneficial results.
• Explore strategies for handling difficult conversations, managing conflicts, and overcoming common negotiation barriers.
• Learn to identify and leverage personal negotiation styles to enhance influence and impact.

Lauren Nevitt, Sr Director, Policy, Sunrun

12:00 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. :: Group Luncheon

1:15 – 2:45 p.m. :: Activity: Flash Mentoring Session

Engage in an intensive session of rapid, high-impact guidance provided by seasoned mentors. Participants will rotate through brief, one-on-one meetings designed to address career challenges and goals swiftly and effectively. Our carefully selected mentors bring diverse backgrounds and perspectives, offering personalized and invaluable advice tailored to each mentee’s needs. This dynamic format ensures a rich exchange of insights and practical strategies to propel professional growth in the energy industry.

2:45 – 3:15 p.m. :: Networking Break

3:15 – 4:30 p.m. :: Empowering Resilience: Burnout Avoidance Techniques for the Overwhelmed

In today’s fast-paced, complex and demanding world of work, burnout is increasingly prevalent, especially among female professionals. This one-hour workshop aims to equip participants with practical strategies to recognize, prevent and manage burnout as one step toward achieving balance and well-being.

Objectives

1. Identify Burnout
   Understand the signs and symptoms of burnout and differentiate it from stress.
2. Somatic Awareness
   Gain knowledge regarding somatic awareness and its role in stress reduction.
3. Practical Techniques
   Practice somatic strategies, including breathing exercises, mindful movement and body scanning.
4. Sustainable Change
   Integrate actionable steps into daily routine for long-term benefits.

Dawn Andrews, Principal, Access Leadership Coaching

4:30 – 5:00 p.m. :: How to Cultivate Male Allies

You are in the role of defining what allyship means to YOU. So therefore it’s key to understand the basics of what allyship is. This session will equip women with practical tools and techniques to build and leverage alliances with male allies. Key topics include:

• Historical context
• Definitions (bias, allies, identity, intersectionality, helping)
• Cultivating male allies

Alex Prestia, Assistant General Manager/Utility Administrative Services, Burbank Water & Power

Friday, November 8, 2024 : Pacific Time 

9:00 – 10:15 a.m. :: Co-Presentation: Innovating at the Edge – The Future of Energy

More than ever, the energy industry needs to adapt to meet changing needs and demands. In this session, we’ll look at current key areas of change and what the short-term and long-term future of energy will look like.

• Insights on the future landscape of the energy sector
• The role of innovation in developing sustainable energy solutions
• Emerging trends and technologies shaping the industry

Dr. Renuka Chatterjee, VP Operations, Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO)

Christine King, Director, Gateway for Acceleration in Nuclear (GAIN)

10:15 – 11:00 a.m. :: Networking Break

11:00 a.m.  – 12:00 p.m. :: Panel Discussion: Empowering the Next Generation of Women Leaders

This final session will provide attendees with practical insights, advice, and strategies for navigating and developing their careers. By exploring various aspects of career development, the panelists will empower individuals to take proactive steps toward achieving their professional goals.

• Practical advice and strategies for career development
• Empowering stories from leaders who have successfully navigated their careers
• Actionable steps for achieving career goals

Melissa Ardis, Senior Advisor, Power Marketing Administrations, U.S. Department of Energy

Jennifer Jett, VP, Operations Support, SDG&E

Patricia Nilsen, President & CEO, NYSEG and RG&E

Mandip Samra, General Manager, Burbank Water & Power

12:30 – 1:30 p.m. :: Tour: Burbank Water & Power EcoCampus

Melissa Ardis, Senior Advisor, Power Marketing Administrations, U.S. Department of Energy

Dawn Andrews, Principal, Access Leadership Coaching

Dr. Renuka Chatterjee, VP Operations, Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO)

Jennifer Jett, VP, Operations Support, SDG&E

Christine King, Director, Gateway for Acceleration in Nuclear (GAIN)

Lauren Nevitt, Sr Director, Policy, Sunrun

Patricia Nilsen, President & CEO, NYSEG and RG&E

Darlene Phillips, Executive Director, Operations Engineering Support, PJM Interconnection

Alex Prestia, Assistant General Manager/Utility Administrative Services, Burbank Water & Power

Jillian Rich, Manager of Enterprise Strategy & Risk, SMUD

Mandip Samra, CEO & General Manager, Burbank Water & Power

Gillian Wright, SVP & Chief Customer Officer, SoCalGas

Burbank Water and Power

164 West Magnolia Boulevard

Burbank, CA 91502

 

Please Note: Confirmed speakers do not need to register and are encouraged to participate in all sessions of the event. If you are a speaker and have any questions please contact our offices at 1.303.770.8800

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Leadership Conference for Women in Energy

November 7-8, 2024 | Burbank, CA

Your registration may be transferred to a member of your organization up to 24 hours in advance of the event. Cancellations must be received on or before October 04, 2024 in order to be refunded and will be subject to a US $195.00 processing fee per registrant. No refunds will be made after this date. Cancellations received after this date will create a credit of the tuition (less processing fee) good toward any other EUCI event. This credit will be good for six months from the cancellation date. In the event of non-attendance, all registration fees will be forfeited. In case of conference cancellation, EUCIs liability is limited to refund of the event registration fee only. For more information regarding administrative policies, such as complaints and refunds, please contact our offices at 303-770-8800

Credits

EUCI is accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and offers IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard. IACET is recognized internationally as a standard development organization and accrediting body that promotes quality of continuing education and training.

EUCI is authorized by IACET to offer 0.9 CEUs for this conference

Requirements for Successful Completion of Program

Participants must be in attendance for the entirety of the conference to be eligible for continuing education credit.

Instructional Methods

Case studies & PowerPoint presentations

Upon successful completion of this event, program participants interested in receiving CPE credits will receive a certificate of completion.

Conference CPE Credits: 11.0 conference
There is no prerequisite for this Conference.
Program field of study: Specialized Knowledge
Program Level: Basic
Delivery Method: Group Live
Advanced Preparation: None

EUCI is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its web site: www.nasbaregistry.org

Who Should Attend

Women and men within the energy industry in search of a solution-oriented discussion on how to implement change in the industry, and female professionals within the energy industry trying to develop the necessary skills and confidence to find success in a male-dominated field.

For sponsorship opportunities, please contact:

Mark Waldrop
Marketing and Sponsorship Manager
EUCI
720-988-1260
[email protected]