TEPA Ohio Conference

May 21-22, 2024 | Le Meridien Columbus

Bringing together the nation’s top thought-leaders, policymakers and professionals in retail energy.

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POWER WOMEN OF TEPA | 5.21

Be a part of an exciting opportunity to help women from Star House, which operates Central Ohio’s only drop-in center for youth, ages 14-24, who are experiencing homelessness.

Power Women of TEPA will lead and provide expert interviewing advice, along with the chance for a 1:1 personalize resume writing session. A breakfast, refreshments, and networking session are also included. This meeting will be hosted in the Robinson Room at the Le Meridien Columbus Hotel.

9:00AM – 10:30AM
Robinson Room, Le Meridien Columbus Hotel
880 W Henderson Rd. | Columbus, Ohio 43214
(Get Directions)
Phone: 205-354-6809

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PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT | 5.21

Grab a partner and join us for our Pickleball Tournament sponsored by Dynegy! This event is open to all levels of play and will be doubles play. No partner? No worries. Once we have our final list of registered players, we’ll make every effort to team you up with other singles who have registered. Details coming soon!

1:30PM
Pickle & Chill
880 W Henderson Rd. | Columbus, Ohio 43214
(Get Directions)
Phone: 205-354-6809

TEPA Members: $50 with conference registration
Non-TEPA Members: $100 with conference registration

WELCOME RECEPTION | 5.21

Join us on May 21st from 6PM to 9M at the Mandrake Rooftop for our Welcome Reception sponsored by SmartestEnergy US. Be a part of an elevated evening 10 stories up in the heart of the short north to network with energy professionals from across the country.

The Mandrake Rooftop
810 N High St, Floor 10 (Get Directions)

– Enter through the first floor Hotel lobby on E Hubbard Ave
– Locate the self-service elevators found in the first floor lobby.
– Press “Mandrake Rooftop” on the elevator screen

All registered conference attendees are invited to attend.

CONFERENCE | 5.22

11:00 AM – Check-in & Late Registration

11:30 AM – Lunch

12:30 PM – Opening Remarks & Sponsor Messag
– Steve Campbell: President, TEPA

12:45 PM – Keynote Address
– Senator Bill Reineke

1:00 PM – Bill to Grid: The Role of Policy in Ohio’s Energy Market Dynamics

Explore the latest legislative and policy developments that are shaping Ohio’s energy sector. Our discussion will cover recent changes in energy regulation, the impact of state and federal legislation on renewable energy initiatives, and the ways these policies are influencing market stability and energy prices. Hear about future legislative trends and examine their potential effects on both consumers and industry stakeholders.

– Moderator | Kevin Schmidt: Partner & V.P., Government Relations, Strategic Public Partners
– Jeffrey Levine: Director, Government & Regulatory Affairs, ENGIE
– Shawn Nelson: Founder & Principal, Nelson Government Strategies

1:45 PM – Market Update: The Current Landscape of the Ohio Market

NRG’s Rob Wood will dive into the challenges of several current market changes in the Ohio region that are driving risk. He’ll discuss the impact of large load growth in Ohio and PJM, and how that can raise issues with transmission capacity and reserve generation. He’ll also cover the impact of sustainability initiatives and the short-term impact of large market bids. For every challenge, however, there is a solution, and Rob will present NRG’s innovative support programs.

– Rob Wood: Technical Sales Representative, NRG

2:15 PM – Networking Break

2:45 PM – Efficient Energies: Helping Customers Achieve Sustainability Targets

Explore the challenges and opportunities in energy efficiency project implementation, uncover effective strategies for supporting customers in meeting their sustainability goals, look into the transformative role of new technologies, and assess how regulatory frameworks influence project execution. Engage with experts as they discuss how these factors come together to advance sustainability within the energy sector.

– Moderator | Steve Campbell: President, TEPA
– Jim Connolly: V.P. Sales, Enersponse
– Eric Steele: Business Development Leader, Constellation

3:30 PM – Advising Through Adversity

Energy brokers and consultants are currently navigating a host of complex challenges: escalating energy costs, dynamic market consolidations, the influx of private equity, and sustainability mandates. This panel will explore strategies that professionals are employing to manage customer expectations and operational challenges in this market. Gain insights from industry leaders on how they’re not just surviving but thriving by adapting business models and optimizing client solutions in a volatile energy landscape.

– Moderator | Andy Cormie: CEO, SmartestEnergy US
– Susanne Buckley: Partner, Scioto Energy
– Chris Gersch: President & CEO, Navigate Power
– Justin Kearney: Vice President, Titan Energy
– David Roylance: Principal, Prism Energy Solutions

4:15 PM – Sponsor Message
– Andy Cormie: CEO, SmartestEnergy US

4:25 PM – Closing Remarks
– Greg Bechert: Managing Partner, Scioto Energy

4:30 PM – Networking Reception
– Sponsored by Freepoint Energy Solutions