While much of the country was hunkered down for winter storms, the Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC) was buzzing with energy. On January 26–27, OUC hosted the Utility Change Conference an event produced by Conferences Connect and UtilityEvents.com that didn’t just sell out; it sparked a vital conversation about where our industry is headed. Beyond the […]
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Meet The Speaker Rebecca Lynch Director of Talent Management at Con Edison
We are excited to introduce Rebecca Lynch, Director of Talent Management at Con Edison, as a featured speaker at the Utility Change Conference East 2026. Rebecca leads workforce development, talent acquisition, leadership programs, and more for one of the nation’s largest utility companies. In this “Meet the Speaker” feature, she shares her personal story, career […]
Meet the Speaker: Dr. Barbara Trautlein
We are excited to introduce Dr. Barbara Trautlein, Principal and Founder of Change Catalysts, LLC, as a featured speaker at the Utility Change Conference East 2026. Barbara is a leading expert in change leadership, author of the best-selling book Change Intelligence, and creator of the CQ® System for developing Change Intelligence®. In this “Meet the […]
Meet The Speaker Nena Shimp Change Accelerator
We are thrilled to introduce one of our upcoming featured speakers for the Utility Events stage: Nena Shimp. As the founder of ChangeAccelerators, Nena brings a unique perspective on human dynamics and the “Art of Questioning” to the utility sector. From military life to the intricate world of beekeeping, Nena’s journey is as diverse as […]
Meet the Speaker: Jason Gardner of Southwest Gas
We’re excited to introduce you to Jason Gardner, Manager of Organizational Change Management at Southwest Gas. Jason is a featured speaker at The Utility Change Conference, and Southwest Gas is hosting both The Utility Change Conference and The Power Conference to ADVANCE Women in Energy. We had the opportunity to ask Jason 10 questions to […]
Change Comes Home: Lessons in Leadership from a Family Crisis
Change Comes Home: Lessons in Leadership from a Family Crisis As leaders, we navigate the complexities of change daily. We craft communication strategies, anticipate resistance, and strive for buy-in. We understand that change, even when necessary, can be unsettling and that leading people through it requires empathy, clear communication, and a well-thought-out plan. But what […]
Meet the Speaker: Sandor Williams – Driving Innovation in the Utility Industry
We’re thrilled to introduce Sandor Williams, Sr. Manager of Smart Grid & Innovation – Exelon. as one of our esteemed speakers at the upcoming Change Management for Utilities Events. With 13 years dedicated to the utility sector, Sandor brings a wealth of experience in driving innovation and change. Get to know more about Sandor, his […]
Meet the Speaker: Bronson Blodgett, Sr. Vice President at Conduit Consulting, LLC
We’re excited to feature Bronson Blodgett, a seasoned professional with 25 years of experience in the utility industry, specifically natural gas distribution, as part of our “Meet the Speaker” series. As Senior Vice President at Conduit Consulting, LLC, Bronson brings a wealth of knowledge in finance & accounting, process improvement, change management, and systems implementation. […]