Phoenix, AZ. On September 30–October 1, Southwest Gas hosted the ADVANCE Leadership Program for Women in Utilities, produced by Conferences Connect and UtilityEvents.com. Two days with women leaders and emerging leaders from across the utility sector. Workshops, peer conversations, and a room built to move careers forward. Thank you to Southwest Gas for opening the […]
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Photos – The Utility Change Conference Phoenix 2026
Phoenix, AZ. On September 28–29, Southwest Gas hosted the Utility Change Conference West, produced by Conferences Connect and UtilityEvents.com. Two days of peer-to-peer sessions on change, employee engagement, and continuous improvement. Utility leaders shared what worked, what did not, and what to take back on Monday. Thank you to Southwest Gas for opening the doors, […]
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 […]
Meet the Speaker: Kandi Howell, Program Director Southeast Utilities at Pond & Company
We’re thrilled to introduce Kandi Howell, a seasoned engineer and Program Director Southeast Utilities at Pond & Company, as part of our “Meet the Speaker” series. With over 30 years of experience in the utility industry and a passion for community involvement, Kandi brings a wealth of knowledge and a vibrant energy to our conference. […]
Meet the Speaker: Marlem Pullin, Managing Director at WG Consulting
We’re thrilled to spotlight Marlem Pullin, a dynamic leader and dedicated client partner, as part of our “Meet the Speaker” series. With over 25 years of experience in driving transformational change and a passion for strategic growth, Marlem brings a wealth of knowledge to our conference. From her roots in Puerto Rico to her current […]
What are some best practices for attending a conference?
Here are some best practices when attending a conference for utility professionals: Before the conference Set clear goals. What do you hope to achieve by attending the conference? Do you want to learn about new technologies, network with other professionals, or simply stay up-to-date on the latest industry trends? Once you know your goals, you can […]
Photos – Change Management West 2019 San Diego
Meet the Speaker: Laura Welty, Organizational Change Manager at San Diego Gas & Electric
Meet Laura Welty, Organizational Change Manager at San Diego Gas & Electric. Learn how her career has evolved and how she predicts the need for change management will explode in utilities. Laura Welty is the Organizational Change Management Lead for SDG&E’s CIS Replacement. When she’s not at work, you’ll find Laura traveling, running outdoors, and […]








