Calendar of Events/Courses

Calendar of Events

- - - - TUESDAY ~ APRIL 22, 2008 - - - -

8:30 A.M. General Session Begins; Opening Comments (T. Killebrew)

u “Using Energy Efficiency as a Utility System Resource”

Harnessing the power of energy efficiency is the new battle cry for most utilities today. The following three speakers will give you a national, regional and local perspective on their approach. This session will be valuable to anyone who needs to put a “new spin” on their customer-side efficiency programs, and take their energy efficiency efforts to the next level.

1.	-- The National Perspective:	Dr. R. Neal Elliott, P. E. Industry Program Director American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy Washington, D. C.
2.	-- The Regional Perspective:	Mr. James Keiffer, Sr. Vice President of Marketing Tennessee Valley Authority Nashville, Tennessee
3.	-- The Local Perspective:	Mr. Ray Beavers , CEO/General Manager United Cooperative Services Cleburne, Texas

11:00 AM. -- Refreshment Break

u “The Role of Energy Efficiency in the Challenges Ahead”
Mr. Steve Kiesner, Director of Customer Markets
Edison Electric Institute
Washington, D. C.

Investor-owned utilities across the country will invest millions of dollars in the coming years to deliver energy efficiency and demand management services for their customers. Learn how EEI plans to coordinate portions of this effort with their members, and the importance of this approach in meeting the challenges ahead.

12:00 P.M. -Luncheon for all Attendees
Enjoy a delicious meal while you visit with attendees from other states. Both this Monday's
luncheon and Tuesday's Award's Luncheon are included in your registration.

1:15 PM. - Afternoon Session; Opening Comments (H. Ruth)

u “Our Experiences with Demand Response for Key Accounts”
Ms. Sara Walker, P. E., Energy Services Supervisor
Nashville Electric Service
Nashville, Tennessee

Using a trial program offered by their supplier TVA, Nashville Electric Service worked with several key account customers to deliver peak reductions with financial incentives. Learn from their experiences and the other unique aspects of this utility, that serves Nashville and the surrounding area. This sets the stage for comments from customers (following speakers) who participated in this demand response program.

u “Hearing What Customers Have To Say”

Listening to customers is always valuable. In this session, we will gain feedback from two local businesses, to hear their reaction to involvement in the peak demand curtailment program mentioned above.

Customer #1 –	Mr. Kevin Pointer, Chief Engineer Purity Dairies Inc.
Customer #2 –	Mr. Benny Phillips, Facilities Manager Associated Wholesale Grocers

3:00 PM. -- Refreshment Break

u “Using Energy Efficiency Funds from the New Farm Bill
Mr. Kelly Needles, Executive Vice President
The Energy Group, Inc.
Des Moines, Iowa

How can you tap your customers into the grants and low-interest loans for energy efficiency soon to be available through the new Farm Bill? At this session, you’ll learn how to use these funds, which are not limited to just farm customers, but also for commercial businesses and key accounts in rural areas.

u “What Worked in Our Outdoor Lighting Program Makeover ”
Mr. Aaron Bradshaw, VP of Member Services & Marketing
Choctawhatchee Electric Co-op (CHELCO)
De Funiak Springs, Florida

To serve an expanding customer base, this rural utility reorganized and stream-lined its outdoor lighting program. Much of what they accomplished could be used by power suppliers in nearly any region of the country, to add value for consumers and revenue to the bottom line.

4:45 PM. - Adjourn for the Day

6:00 P.M. - Hospitality Reception
Here’s your chance to visit informally with other attendees and exchange ideas. We’ll provide the food (hors d’oeuvres), and a few prizes; you come prepared to renew old friendships and make new contacts with others.

- - - - WEDNESDAY ~ APRIL 23, 2008 - - - -

8:30 A.M. General Session Begins; Opening Comments (M. Miller)

u “How We Use Infrared Cameras as a PR Tool”

Mr. Mike McCoy, Sr. Engineer/Key Accounts
Tri-State Generation & Transmission Co-op
Denver, Colorado

Learn how this power supplier has used IR cameras to strengthen several key account relationships. Using “real world” stories, you’ll hear interesting examples of how energy puzzles were solved. Learn also how to use these tools to solve other types of problems for customers, and build good will in the process.

u “Launching Our Biomass-Fired Power Plant”
Mr. Russ Simpson, VP of Economic Development & Members Services
Jo-Carroll Energy
Elizabeth, Illinois

To supply power to their newly-acquired customers in northern Illinois, this rural utility is building generation that is fired by wood waste and crop residue. Construction on their 80-MW plant is scheduled to begin in 2009.

Refreshment Break

u Educating Customers About Electric Motors ”
Mr. Chris Craft, Manager - General Industry
Mr. Dennis Bush, Manager - Market Development
A.O. Smith Electric Products Company
Tipp City, Ohio

u“Prepare To Laugh!” Ms. Emily Volman & Mr. Scott Field Improv Nashville
Notice we didn’t say “prepare to learn.” After a morning of hard thinking, you need time to relax and have some fun! Our 2-person team from Improv Nashville will show you how! (Warning: If you end up learning something anyway, don’t blame us)

12:00 Noon - Awards and Recognition Luncheon
Join together to recognize outstanding people and programs in our industry. Your luncheon ticket is included with a full meeting registration, and you can purchase additional ticket for family and guests.

On-Site Key Account Tour
A Behind-The-Scenes Tour of
A. O. Smith Water Heater Manufacturing Plant

More than just a tour, this is a must-see learning opportunity for any power supplier. Water heaters are a

fundamental load in the utility business, so you should understand what it takes to make them. This guided tour will show you first-hand the manufacturing process for both electric and gas water heaters. The plant manufactures units that are marketed under several brands. Starting with uncut rolls of steel, learn how this plant creates over 7,000 water heaters a day! This tour is included in your registration fee.

* Click here for Nashville Attractions and Links

* Click here for Hotel Information

* Click here for Conference Registration

(register early for $150 drawing)