June 4th, 2024 - Women from every sector of the energy industry will gather in Chicago, June 25th & 26th, 2024, for EUCI’s Leadership Conference for Women in Energy, hosted by ComEd. This two-day event features keynote addresses, working sessions, and panel discussions designed to equip women of all ages and experience in the energy industry with the necessary tools and strategies to thrive and become leaders in this dynamic industry.

Participants will benefit from a diverse agenda spotlighting key topics and challenges faced by women in the energy sector. The conference will focus on:

• Building a pipeline for women leaders within organizations
• Mastering the art of speaking out and advocating for themselves 
• Choosing the right career trajectory by recognizing key energy trends
• Developing leadership techniques including negotiation skills in the workplace
• Engaging male colleagues as allies and creating a supportive workplace environment
• Overcoming career challenges to advance into industry leadership roles 

Attendees will hear from top female leaders in the industry, including: 

Doreen Harris, President & CEO, NYSERDA

Susan Buehler, Chief Communications Officer, PJM Interconnection

Kelly Carney, Chief People Officer & VP, Human Capital, SPP

Stacey Crowley, VP External Affairs, CAISO

Marie LaPorte, VP, Operations, Nicor Gas

Ann Rendahl, Commissioner, Washington State Utilities & Transportation Commission

Melissa Washington, SVP, Governmental & External Affairs, ComEd

Attendees will have networking opportunities with sponsoring companies including Trilliant, Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Walker-Miller Energy Services, ScottMadden, MYR Group, and Leidos; and participating organizations including Arizona Public Service (APS), Consolidated Edison (ConEd), Itron, Oncor, Salt River Project (SRP), and Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA).

In a landscape where women hold just under 14% of senior management roles, fostering a more diverse energy workforce is an essential task. This immersive leadership development experience empowers women with practical strategies and actionable steps to navigate and succeed in the energy sector.

Attendees from past events have praised the conference for its impactful and inspirational content. To see their feedback, as well as get more conference information and register for the event, visit Leadership Conference for Women in Energy | EUCI.