The Business & Financial Conference is the annual meeting for public power professionals in the areas of business and finance, offering 60+ sessions bringing you the latest in:
- Accounting & Finance
- Customer Accounting & Services
- Human Resources & Training
- Information Technology
- Pricing & Market Analysis
- Risk Management & Insurance
Join the interest list to receive the latest information about this conference. Questions? Please contact us at 202-467-2965 or email [email protected].
Program
The 2021 Business & Financial Conference program will be available in Spring. Review the 2020 Business & Financial Conference Program for a better idea of what kinds of topics you may see.
Registration
Registration for the 2021 Business & Financial Conference will open in Spring 2021.
Who Should Attend
Conference attendees get the latest information from experts in their fields, learn about the national issues and industry-wide activities and trends that are affecting their communities and utilities, and share experiences and strategies for dealing with key issues and challenges at more than 50 breakout sessions and roundtables. Bringing together more than 450 public power professionals, the conference is ideal for both industry veterans and those new to the electric utility industry who are interested in professional development and networking.
Conference sessions are designed for utility employees at both the professional and management levels, in the fields of accounting and finance; customer accounting and services; human resources and training; information technology; and pricing and market analysis. Attendees typically include specialists, coordinators, analysts, managers, directors and vice presidents in their area of specialty. The conference is also recommended for utility employees with interests and responsibilities in conference topics and with cross-departmental responsibilities, as well as rising stars and future leaders those who would benefit from learning more about these strategic areas and making connections with the national public power community.
Conference Mentor Program
If you’re a first-time attendee, or the only one from your organization, pair up with a seasoned conference-goer who’ll show you the ropes. Your mentor will meet you at Sunday evening’s welcome reception and stay in touch with you throughout the conference.
Want to have a conference mentor or serve as one? Select the check box on the registration form or contact us at [email protected] or 202-467-2919.
Serve as an Officer
Utility employees play a vital role in planning the conference to bring you the important topics. Incoming Vice Chairs for committees will be selected in July. Email [email protected] if you are interested in taking a leadership position in the conference by serving as an officer for one of the following tracks:
- Accounting & Finance
- Customer Accounting & Services
- Human Resources & Training
- Information Technology and
- Pricing & Market Analysis
- Risk Management & Insurance
More Information
Registration
Phone: 202-467-2941; Email: [email protected]
Hotel
Phone: 202-467-2941; Email: [email protected]
Program/Content
Phone: 202-467-2980; Email: [email protected]
Billing
Phone: 202-467-2967; Fax: 202-495-7467; Email: [email protected]
Program
The 2021 Business & Financial Conference program will be available in Spring. Review the 2020 Business & Financial Conference Program for a better idea of what kinds of topics you may see.
The Business & Financial Conference offers four days of keynotes, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities from Monday to Wednesday, September 20-22, 2021. Preconference seminars on Sunday, September 19, are a great value-add. Learn more about each of these offerings.
- Preconference seminars
- General sessions
- Breakout sessions
- Monday A.M. sessions
- Monday P.M. sessions
- Tuesday A.M. sessions
- Tuesday P.M. sessions
- Wednesday A.M. sessions
Breakout Sessions
Benefit from engaging breakout sessions led by industry experts and public power colleagues — take home actionable ideas and tactics.
Breakout sessions are offered on Monday through Wednesday, September 20-22. Several breakout sessions run concurrently in each time slot and you can go to any sessions you like. Browse sessions below or download the program PDF for a listing by date/time that you can share with colleagues and use to plan your itinerary.
Sessions cover the following tracks or topic areas:
- Customer Accounting & Services
- General Accounting, Finance & Audit
- Human Resources & Training
- Information Technology
- Pricing & Market Analysis
- Risk Management & Insurance
Agenda at a Glance
Sunday, September 19
8 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Registration
8:30 a.m. – Noon
Preconference Seminars
1:30 – 5 p.m.
Preconference Seminars
5 – 6:30 p.m.
Welcome Reception
Monday, September 20
7 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Conference Registration
7 – 8 a.m.
Networking Continental Breakfast
8 – 8:45 a.m.
Opening General Session
8:45 – 9:15 a.m.
Break with Sponsors
9:15 – 10:15 a.m.
Breakout Sessions
10:15 – 10:30 a.m.
Break with Sponsors
10:30 – 11:45 a.m.
Breakout Sessions
11:45 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Lunch on your own
1:30 – 3 p.m.
Breakout Sessions
3 – 3:15 p.m.
Break with Sponsors
3:15 – 4:30 p.m.
Breakout Sessions
4:45 – 5:15 p.m.
Breakout Session
5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Young Professionals Happy Hour
Tuesday, September 21
7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Conference Registration
7 – 8:15 a.m.
Women in Public Power Networking Breakfast
7:30 – 8:30 a.m.
Networking Continental Breakfast
8:30 – 10 a.m.
Breakout Sessions
10 – 10:15 a.m.
Break with Sponsors
10:15 – 11:45 a.m.
Breakout Sessions
11:45 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Lunch on your own
1:30 – 3 p.m.
Breakout Sessions
3 – 3:15 p.m.
Break with Sponsors
3:15 – 4:30 p.m.
Breakout Sessions
6 – 7:30 p.m.
Reception
Join your colleagues for an evening reception. You are welcome to bring a guest.
Wednesday, September 22
7:45 – 8:30 a.m.
Networking Continental Breakfast
8:30 – 10 a.m.
Breakout Sessions
10 – 10:15 a.m.
Break
10:15 – 11:30 a.m.
Closing General Session
11:30 a.m.
Adjourn
Registration
Registration for the 2021 Business & Financial Conference will open in Spring 2021.
2021 Conference Registration Fees
Member Registration Fees
American Public Power Association members receive the member rate. Fees increase by $50 after August 20th.
- $775 - Business & Financial Conference
- $350 - Half-day preconference seminars (each)
Non-Member Registration Fees
- $1,500 - Business & Financial Conference
- $700 - Half-day preconference seminars (each)
Not an American Public Power Association member? Join today and save $775 on your conference registration. Call Member Services at 202-467-2936 email [email protected] to learn more.
Registration Cancellation, Refund, and Substitution Policy
Registrants who cancel in writing on or before Friday, September 13, 2021 are entitled to a refund of their registration fee, minus a $50 cancellation fee. Registrants who cancel after September 13, 2021 will not receive a refund, but attendee substitutions will be allowed for the 2021 Association Business & Financial Conference and preconference seminars only. Registrants and no-shows who do not cancel on or before September 13 are responsible for the full registration fee and are not entitled to a refund of their registration fee.
Requests must be made in writing and mailed or emailed to:
Meeting Services
American Public Power Association
2451 Crystal Drive
Arlington, VA 22202-4804
Email: [email protected]
Conference Mentor Program
If you’re a first-time attendee, or the only one from your organization, pair up with a seasoned conference-goer who’ll show you the ropes. Your mentor will meet you at the Sunday Welcome Reception and stay in touch with you throughout the conference.
Want to have a conference mentor or serve as one? Select the check box on the online or PDF registration form or contact us at [email protected], or call 202-467-2965.
Questions?
Email [email protected].
Hotel
The 2021 Business & Financial Conference will take place at the Hilton Denver City Center.
Hilton Denver City Center
1701 California Street
Denver, CO 80202
The American Public Power Association’s room block at the Hilton Denver City Center will open in Spring 2021, when conference registration opens.
Scam Alert
Make your reservations only through the American Public Power Association website. Do not make hotel reservations through any third party that may contact you by phone or email. Use only the online reservation link or the phone numbers and codes provided in brochures from the American Public Power Association.
Assistance
For assistance making your hotel arrangements, please contact Meeting Services at 202-467-2941 or [email protected].
Questions
Contact us at [email protected].
Frequently Asked Questions
Where and when is the next Business & Financial Conference?
September 19-22, 2021
Hilton Denver City Center
Denver, Colorado
What educational credits are available?
Academy events include the following opportunities for educational credits:
- Continuing Education Units (CEUs) from the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET)
- Professional Development Hours (PDHs) as established by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES)
- Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Ccedits from the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA)
Is there international registration?
Online meeting registration is for U.S. and Canadian residents only. International registrants must provide a signed registration form — signed by the authorized cardholder — if paying with a credit card. Fax the completed registration form to 202-495-7484 or email it to [email protected].
Alternatively, you could send a check from a U.S. bank payable to American Public Power Association. Please mail completed form with full payment to our bank lock box:
American Public Power Association
P.O. Box 418617
Boston, MA 02241-8617
Are meals included?
The following food functions/meals are included in the registration fee:
- Sunday - Welcome Reception
- Monday - Continental Breakfast
- Tuesday - Continental Breakfast; Reception
- Wednesday – Continental Breakfast
What is the conference dress code?
The attire for the conference is business casual. Meeting room temperatures vary, so prepare to dress for cool conditions.
How can I present at the conference?
We welcome your topic and speaker ideas for future conferences and events. To submit your idea for consideration, complete this form. Conference topics are generally determined 6-8 months before the event is held. Ideas will be kept on file for a full year, so if the agenda for the conference has already been determined, your ideas will be considered for the next year’s event, or in case any space opens up in the current year’s program. You will be contacted only if your idea is selected for an upcoming conference.
