Join us for an insightful panel discussion featuring former state utility commissioners who have transitioned to executive roles within regulated utilities. The distinguished panelists will offer unique perspectives from both sides of the regulatory fence – as regulators and now the regulated. They will discuss how they approach garnering regulatory support for new initiatives and how to work together with local regulators to move faster to address pressing challenges, such as increased demand and grid complexity, while prioritizing resilience, safety and affordability.

Join us for our Monday General Session for keynotes from Itron’s president and CEO, Tom Deitrich, as well as our host utility, who both will share their visions for the utilities and smart cities of the future—and how we can explore what’s possible through data, analytics and edge intelligence. 

Then Itron’s vice president of global marketing, ESG and public affairs, Marina Donovan, will lead a fireside chat on transformative AI solutions for energy utilities, moderating a discussion with two utility executives who will discuss insights from this year’s Itron Resourcefulness Report. This year's report explores the transformative role of data analytics, machine learning (ML)/artificial intelligence (AI) and grid edge intelligence, as today’s energy providers continue their journey toward a cleaner energy economy. The group will discuss AI use cases that resonate with their organizations, current practices, obstacles and advice for industry peers, underscoring the critical role of data in advancing utility objectives and shaping the future of energy management.

A visionary speaker and author of Gigatrends: Six Forces That Are Changing the Future for Billions, Tom Koulopoulos will explore the major shifts transforming our industry – and what it takes to lead through them. Expect insights you can act on, with inspiration to take back to your teams and communities.

Tuesday’s general session will also include the presentation of the Itron Innovator Award by Ben Huggins, SVP of Customer & Market Experience at Itron, where we’ll spotlight groundbreaking achievements from across the industry – and reveal the recipient of this year’s award. 

Join us for an inspiring luncheon Tuesday, Oct. 28 from 12-1 p.m. with Maria Bocanegra, president of Peoples Gas and North Shore Gas, who will share her journey to executive leadership and the pivotal moments that shaped her path. Maria will cover timely topics about leading during a time of change in our industry, innovation, mentorship and much more. 

Whether you’re male or female, an established leader or an emerging professional this luncheon will inspire, equip and connect you with ideas that drive progress to foster female leadership in our industry.