2027 MEPAV Annual Conference

Hilton Garden Inn Virginia Beach

May 26-28, 2027

2026 Annual Conference Presentations

The Energy Policy and Political Landscapes in Washington and Their Implications for Public Power
Desmarie Waterhouse, Senior Vice President of Advocacy and Communications & General Counsel – American Public Power Association

2026 General Assembly Wrap-Up
Michelle Gowdy, Executive Director – Virginia Municipal League

PJM – Rising Costs & Mitigation Strategies
Justin Hey, Sr. Project Manager – GDS Associates

Virginia Lineworker Program
Anna Jane Whiticar, Program Manager – Laurel Ridge Community College Workforce Solutions

Leveraging AI To Optimize Grid Operations
Stephan Nitsche, Sr. Manager, Energy Optimization & Integrated Resource Design – NextEra Analytics

Agenda:

Agenda available here >