POWERFUL PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS
Monday, March 26, 2018The Committee Chairs of Advanced Energy Conference 2018 have singled out engaging and highly relevant topics for this year’s pre-conference workshops, and have assembled a remarkable panel of experts to lead them. This half-day series of stand-alone events promises fresh insights and networking opportunities only available on this pre-conference day.
CLICK HERE to read more about the workshops and download the full AEC 2018 Agenda.
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WORKSHOP 1
(2:00pm - 4:30pm)
Leading the Charge: Evolving Roles of Women in Energy
This workshop focuses on how emerging technologies and evolving women’s roles are reshaping and redefining the future of the energy industry.
Introduced by:
Lisa Broughton
Suffolk County Energy Director, Suffolk County Economic Development and Planning 
Promo code: WomenInEnergy2018
There is no charge for this workshop, but reservations are required.
CLICK HERE to read more about the Workshop moderators and panelists. |
PANEL 1 (2:00pm - 3:15pm)
Recruiting, Advancing and Retaining Women in the Energy Industry
Leadership perspectives from different sectors on best practices and implications of recruiting, advancing and retaining women in the energy industry.
Moderator - Sammy Chu
Chief Executive Officer, Edgewise Energy
Ellen Redmond
International Representative, IBEW
Kristine Pizzo
Senior Vice President of Human Resources and Enterprise Shared Services, NYPA
Ed Murphy
Executive Director, Workforce Development Institute
Paul Meyer
Senior Vice President, WSP USA |
PANEL 2 (3:15pm - 4:30)
Addressing Implicit Bias Through Culture and Climate
Executive Perspectives: Fostering climates of inclusivity and gender equality for a world-class workforce
Moderator - Pat Malone
Executive Director, Stony Brook University Center for Corporate Education
Alicia Barton
President & CEO, New York State Energy Research and Development Authority
Kenneth D. Daly
President & Chief Operating Officer of New York Business, National Grid
Dr. Doon Gibbs
Director, Brookhaven National Laboratory
Danielle Merfeld
Vice President & General Manager, GE Global Research
Kimberly A. Harriman
Senior Vice President of Public & Regulatory Affairs, New York Power Authority |
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WORKSHOP 2
(2:00pm - 3:30pm)
Shape the State Energy Plan: How Should the State Energy Plan Advance Emerging Energy Technologies?
Hosted by:
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Join New York State representatives to discuss how emerging clean energy technologies and trends should be considered in developing New York’s next State Energy Plan. Potential topics: current program approaches, prevailing challenges to commercialization, additional analysis needed to identify barriers and opportunities, and the role and coordination of market actors.
Promo code: NYSERDAPlan2018
There is no charge for this workshop, but reservations are required.
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THE HOTEL ROOM DISCOUNT OFFER HAS BEEN EXTENDED THROUGH MARCH 12!
Reserve your room at the Marriott Marquis Times Square and enjoy the convenience of going back to your room between events. Deeply discounted room rates are available but only if you make reservations before midnight, March 12, 2018. CLICK HERE to reserve your room today! |
AEC 2018 will be the most comprehensive and influential energy event of the year, offering networking opportunities with industry leaders, key researchers and policy makers. |
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