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February 11 - February 14

Utilities Technology Forum 2024

Reno, NV

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Welcome to the Utilities Technology Forum

Don’t miss 2024’s Utilities Technology Forum in Reno, NV! This year’s education program focuses on up-to-the-minute content focused on our members’ and stakeholders’ critical needs and other applicable industry themes that will benefit you and your organization.

Who Should Attend? This regional event is designed for individuals who are required to stay abreast of changes and advancements in the utility and information technology industries. Sessions are relevant for managers of IT and telecom and wireless professionals from utility and energy companies, as well as representatives from technology and service providers.

Rates

Registration Rates:
UTC Members – $450
Non-Member Utility Rate – $695
Non-Member  Technology Partner Rate – $795

Speakers:
All speakers will be registered complimentary by UTC staff.

Sponsors & Exhibitors:
Sponsors & Exhibitors may receive complimentary or discounted rates depending on their level of participation. Before registering through the website please email us by clicking here to confirm any applicable comps or discounts.

Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations received by January 14, 2023, will receive a refund less a 25% cancellation fee.  Cancellations must be received in writing at meetings@utc.org.

* Dates are subject to change.

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Sponsorship gives your company exposure and provides a clear platform to leave a lasting impression. UTC is committed to providing you with the support you need for success. Contact kristi.middlebrooks@utc.org to discuss your sponsorship options.

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About Regions

Region 8

Region 8 serves the states of:

  • Colorado
  • New Mexico
  • Utah
  • Wyoming

Region 8 is your place to connect with Information Technology, Operations Technology and Telecommunications professionals (Engineers, Technicians and anyone else involved with IT/OT/Telecommunications). Below are some things Region 8 can offer to you as a partner:

Who: 

What: We network with similar professionals to improve our knowledge, learn about the latest equipment and designs, discuss events and many times, have a good time; and sometimes to just discuss the big bang and the residual noise it creates in our systems.

When: At a minimum we meet annually at the regional conference, at a technical training conference and at the national UTC conference. Oh, and we communicate often via email, text and the plain ol’ telephone, not to mention the latest apps.

Where: 

Have any questions or are interested in hearing more about how UTC can play a role in your company?   Contact our Region 8 officers!

Contact our Region 8 officers:

Region 9

  • Region 9 now includes the Canadian Provinces of British Columbia & Alberta!And continues to serve the states of:
    • Alaska
    • Idaho
    • Montana
    • Oregon
    • Washington

    Have any questions or are interested in hearing more about how UTC can play a role in your company?   Contact our Region 9 officers:

Region 10

Region 10 Southwest serves the states of:

  • Arizona
  • California
  • Hawaii
  • Nevada
  • Guam

Region 10 is your place to connect with Information Technology, Operations Technology and Telecommunications professionals (Engineers, Technicians and anyone else involved with IT/OT/Telecommunications). Below are some things Region 10 can offer to you as a partner:

  • Network with IT, OT and Telecom professionals from utilities from Arizona, California, Guam, Hawaii, Nevada; and even more at the national and international level
  • Participate in educational opportunities (Understanding FCC and FAA rules/changes, latest technology, lessons learned, etc.)
  • Become involved with local activities
  • Attend technical events and training at the regional and national level
  • Improve your leadership skills and volunteer for one of the Committees or even become an officer of the region

Who: We are UTC members with strong connections to southwestern United States utilities. Our members are from electric, gas, water and many other utility companies and co-ops, including Arizona Public Service, NV Energy, PG&E, SCE, SDG&E, Salt River Project, SMUD and many others.

What: We network with similar professionals to improve our knowledge, learn about the latest equipment and designs, discuss events and many times, have a good time; and sometimes to just discuss the big bang and the residual noise it creates in our systems.

When: At a minimum we meet annually at the regional conference, at a technical training conference and at the national UTC conference. Oh, and we communicate often via email, text and the plain ol’ telephone, not to mention the latest apps.

Where: We are located in the vacation capital of America, the south western states. We typically have a regional meeting in Reno every February for 2-1/2 days and, a 1-1/2 day technical meeting every October in one of the states in Region 10.

Have any questions or are interested in hearing more about how UTC can play a role in your company?   Contact our Region 10 officers!

Contact our Region 10 officers:

SPEAKERS

Rusty Williams
Rusty Williams
President and CEO, Utilities Technology Council

Jimmy R. (Rusty) Williams is President and CEO of the Utilities Technology Council (UTC.) UTC is a DC-based global trade association that represents electric, gas, and water utilities on their mission-critical information and communications technologies.

Williams, a Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Alabama, has more than three decades of extensive utilities industry experience. He worked at LightRiver Technologies for seven years, where he served as Vice President, Sales. Before LightRiver, Williams worked for nearly four years as Director of Business Development at AFL Telecommunications. He also worked for more than 25 years at Southern Company, where he held various telecommunications and IT management positions.
Williams, a Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Alabama, has more than three decades of extensive utilities industry experience. He worked at LightRiver Technologies for seven years, where he served as Vice President, Sales. Before LightRiver, Williams worked for nearly four years as Director of Business Development at AFL Telecommunications. He also worked for more than 25 years at Southern Company, where he held various telecommunications and IT management positions.
As President and CEO, Williams will lead UTC’s staff as the association continues to be a trusted advocate and thought leader on regulatory issues and emerging technology, as well as a valued training source in the utility telecommunications and networking space.
Williams earned his BS in Electrical Engineering from the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
When not working for UTC, Rusty enjoys his family which includes his wife Ivette, 2 daughters and 5 grandchildren.  He also enjoys playing golf and hunting.  Rusty also serves his church as a leader and teacher.
Simon Hill
Simon Hill
Head of Legal and Compliance, Certes Networks

As Legal Counsel for Certes Networks, Simon assists with regulatory and compliance issues, contract drafting and negotiations, disputes, intellectual property and general legal matters.  Simon has extensive international experience in the technology sector and his combination of both legal and technical skills enables him to translate complex legal regulations and mandates into clear and definitive technical requirements for IT and Engineering teams.

Simon is a regular speaker on data protecting and cyber security regulations including GDPR, HIPAA, NIST Frameworks and PCI DSS. Simon resides in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Brett Kilbourne
Brett Kilbourne
Senior Vice President of Policy and General Counsel, UTC
Cristine Korowajczuk
Cristine Korowajczuk
CCO, CelPlan Technologies
Cristine Korowajczuk serves as the Chief Commercial Officer at CelPlan Technologies. She possesses a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering and brings over two decades of expertise in RF planning, software development, and customer training and support. Her involvement with CelPlan’s tools extends from their inception, encompassing specifications, testing, and documentation of applications.
Cristine’s extensive customer interaction has provided her with valuable insights into client needs, facilitating her transition to a more commercially-oriented role within the organization. Her technical acumen particularly supports her engagement with industries beyond the telecommunications sector.

Specializing in the utility market, Cristine offers expert guidance on telecommunication network implementation, including technology and spectrum selection, as well as network design and optimization.

Travis Phifer
Travis Phifer
Senior Network System Engineer, Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc.
Shaun Skidmore
Shaun Skidmore
Communications Principal Engineer, Idaho Power Company

Shaun Skidmore has worked for Idaho Power Company in Boise, Idaho, USA since 1995 as an engineer in the Communications Engineering group. He received a BSEE from a joint engineering program of Boise State University and the University of Idaho. His areas of emphasis are network and transport engineering and cyber security. He is a registered Professional Engineer in the State of Idaho, USA.

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