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SUMMARY:AESP MARCh Mini-Con + Holiday Party – Connecting Communities\, Strengthening the Grid
DESCRIPTION:MemberEarly Bird through Nov 22$45Register\n\nNon-memberEarly Bird through Nov 22$80Register\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin AESP MARCh at PECO\, in Philadelphia\, as we bring together industry experts to reflect on lessons learned in 2026 and explore the opportunities and challenges ahead in 2027. Through candid conversations on grid modernization\, affordability\, workforce development\, accessibility\, and emerging technologies\, attendees will gain insights into how the industry is preparing the next generation of talent while ensuring a more resilient\, equitable\, and customer-focused energy future. \nAGENDA: check back for speaker announcements! \n11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Registration & Networking Lunch1 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. | AESP Mid-Atlantic and Host Welcome and Year-in-Review1:15 p.m. – 2 p.m.| Fireside Chat: 2026 Unplugged—Candid Insights from Across the Energy Industry \nWhat defined the energy industry in 2026—and what lessons should guide the year ahead? In this candid conversation\, leaders representing utility\, regulatory\, implementation\, market\, and technology perspectives will reflect on the year’s breakthroughs and setbacks\, share practical lessons from the field\, and explore how affordability\, customer expectations\, flexible demand\, and emerging technologies are reshaping the future of energy efficiency. \n2 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. | Intro to Panel2:15 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. | Outlook Panel: Building Tomorrow's Grid: Workforce\, Affordability\, and Accessibility in 2027 \nAs the mid-Atlantic prepares for rising demand\, grid modernization\, and an accelerating clean energy transition\, workforce readiness and customer affordability must advance together. This forward-looking regional panel will bring utility\, regulatory\, workforce\, and community perspectives together to compare priorities across the four states and explore how the industry can expand career pathways\, remove barriers to participation\, protect customers from rising costs\, and ensure that grid investments deliver reliable and accessible benefits across the communities they serve. \n3:15 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. | Coffee Break   \n3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. | PechaKucha Presentations \n5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | Holiday Party @ Fitler Club \nPlease arrive 15 minutes early as security takes extra time. Please bring a valid government-issued ID. \nHOLIDAY PARTY AT THE FITLER CLUB!!Stick around for the celebration! Immediately following the event\, we'll kick off our annual holiday party at The Fitler Club (3 minute walk). It's the perfect chance to connect\, unwind\, and toast to a year of progress! We'll provide beer/wine/soft drinks + heavy appetizers. \nTICKETS (include lunch\, sessions + reception) \nEarly Bird (through November 22)AESP Members: $45Non-Members: $80 \nRegular Pricing (November 23 - December 9)AESP Members: $55Non-Members: $90 \nAre you a student or work for a government entity? Contact Shannon Christie to get an exclusive discount code. Codes are limited\, first come first served. \nWe're looking for sponsors! If your company is interested in sponsoring this event\, please contact Amelia Berman \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank You to Our Sponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSilver
URL:https://aesp.org/event/aesp-march-mini-con-holiday-party-connecting-communities-strengthening-the-grid/
LOCATION:PECO\, 2301 Market Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Events
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