Conference Program
NIPPC’s “Alderbrook” conference brings together power industry players for two days of compelling dialogue and informative addresses. Known for its quality interaction in a beautiful, intimate setting, colleagues have the chance to meet with the shapers of national and regional energy policy including:
- Lauren Azar, Senior Advisor, U.S. Department of Energy
- Stephen Bloom, Commissioner, Oregon Public Utility Commission
- Gerry Cauley, President & CEO, North American Electric Reliability Corporation
- David Danner, Chairman, Washington Utilities & Transportation Commission
- Cassie Doyle, Counsul General of Canada, San Francisco/Silicon Valley (invited)
- John Norris, Commissioner, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
- Julien Dumoulin-Smith, Executive Director, UBS Securities LLC
(partial list)
Banquet Speaker: Greg Patterson, Esq.
Greg Patterson serves as Executive Director of the Arizona Competitive Power Alliance (AzCPA), the Grand Canyon State’s leading advocate for independent power. An accomplished political player, media commentator and influential blogger, Patterson has a well-earned reputation as an accomplished change agent.
Beginning what Governor Jan Brewer has called an “extensive and well-rounded background in public service,” Mr. Patterson served two terms as a Member of the Arizona House of Representatives and three years as the Chief of Staff of the Arizona State Senate. Patterson directed Arizona’s Residential Utility Consumer Office before entering the private sector.
Mr. Patterson graduated with distinction from the University of Arizona Eller College of Management and earned his law degree from Arizona State University. Last year, Governor Brewer Patterson appointed him the University of Arizona Board of Regents, describing Patterson as “one of Arizona’s leaders in public policy and conservative philosophy for the last two decades.”
Registration Information
Registration for the meeting and hotel rooms will be done through our online system this year.
The rate for “Industry Colleagues” – consultants, attorneys, vendors and manufacturers – includes a Silver Sponsorship fee. You can choose to be a Silver supporter or call us to select a higher level for greater exposure. NIPPC is committed to maintaining the unique atmosphere of our event, ensuring that all attendees have quality networking time, while maintaining a balanced mix of industry professionals. For more information, please contact Fibi Duke at fduke@nippc.org or call the NIPPC office on 206-624-1546.
| Meeting Fees | Through July 1 | July & August |
After August 25 |
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| NIPPC Members | $850 | $1,050 | $1,250 | ||
| IPP/Utility | $1,095 | $1,295 | $1,495 | ||
| Industry Colleagues/ Silver Sponsors | $2,750 | $2,750 | $3,000 | ||
| Government | $700 | $900 | $900 | ||
| Banquet Guests | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cruise | $35 | $35 | $35 |
Networking Opportunities
The NIPPC Annual Meeting provides plenty of opportunities for networking & socializing. Whether you are an industry veteran or a newcomer to this exciting field, interaction with other independent power and utility professionals and regulators is key to advancing your business interests. To make the most of your time at Alderbrook, our schedule includes activities from Sunday until Tuesday afternoon, in addition to the conference sessions. You can also arrange breakout meeting with colleagues, new and old, at our beautiful venue on Hood Canal.
Questions? Contact us at 206-624-1546 or at info@nippcmeetings.org
Hotel Reservations
The meeting is being held entirely at the Alderbrook Resort & Spa in Union, Washington. It is a gorgeous spot and has been the home of our meeting for the last 9 years.
This year registration at Alderbrook will be handled by NIPPC staff using information provided on the Accommodations Page. If you have problems or special requests, please contact Cathy Kahn via email at: cathy@nippcmeetings.org after signing up for the Conference. All rooms are the same cost, and room types will be assigned by the date you sign up for the Conference.
We require Conference registration in order to hold a room. See the Accommodations page for further details. Specific questions for Alderbrook, including extended stays, will be handled by our on-site Coordinator, Michelle Knox (360-898-5522). Note that Alderbrook typically fills up by August.
Alternate lodging is also available at the Little Creek Casino and Robin Hood Village nearby Alderbrook. Please visit the Accommodations page for more information. Meeting attendees should contact the Robin Hood or Little Creek Casino directly to make a reservation if required.
