National Conference

The 2024 National Conference program will be available in early 2024. 

Looking for a complete, printable version of the 2023 conference program? Download it here! 

The National Conference offers many opportunities professional development and networking opportunities to help you connect with public power leaders and partners across the country.

• Pre-conference seminars on Sunday are a great value-add.
• General sessions bring everyone together on broader issues.
• Breakout sessions dive deeper into key issues facing public power utilities. 
• Networking events and the Industry Innovations Expo provide connection opportunities. 

Agenda at a Glance

Registration will open in early 2024. 

2024 Conference Registration Fees

Group discounts are available! See details below. 

Preconference Seminars 

Not yet an American Public Power Association member?  Join today and start saving immediately on your conference registration. Contact [email protected] to learn more. 

Group Registration Discounts

Save money on each registration for the National Conference when your organization registers 5 or more people. The larger your group, the more you save!

Your group discount will be automatically applied when you register a group of 5 or more people. Registrations must be submitted on the same order (at the same time) to qualify for the group discount; discounts cannot be retroactively applied to previous orders.

Cancellation Policy

National Conference registrants who cancel in writing on or before June 3, 2024, are entitled to a refund of their registration fee, minus a $100 cancellation fee. Registrants who cancel after June 3 will not receive a refund, but attendee substitutions will be allowed for the 2024 National Conference and preconference seminars only. Registrants and no-shows who do not cancel on or before June 13are responsible for the full registration fee and are not entitled to a refund.

Cancellation requests should be made through your My.PublicPower portal, or addressed to: [email protected].

Code of Conduct

Attendees of American Public Power Association meetings agree to abide by the APPA Code of Conduct. If attendees engage in unacceptable behavior as outlined in the Code of Conduct, the Association may take any action it deems appropriate, including, but not limited to, expulsion from the current and future meetings with no warning or refund.

Questions?

Contact [email protected]

Conference Location & Hotel

The 2024 National Conference will be held at the Manchester Grand Hyatt San DIego in San Diego, California on June 7-10, 2024. 

The hotel room block will open in early 2024. 

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
1 Market Place
San Diego, CA 92101

Experience the vibrant culture and natural beauty of the Manchester Grand Hyatt waterfront hotel in downtown San Diego. Enjoy easy access to San Diego’s best beaches, restaurants, shops, entertainment venues, and more. Choose from seven onsite dining options including the 40th floor Top of the Hyatt with must-see Pacific Ocean and downtown city views, Sally’s Fish House & Bar or The Landing. 

When you’re ready to explore downtown, there’s a variety of exciting San Diego attractions just minutes away from the hotel. Check out California beaches, championship golf courses and popular destinations, like the San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, Seaport Village and Gaslamp Quarter. After a long day, unwind by the private poolside cabana on the rooftop or soak in a hot tub while taking in the sights of the city. 
 

Reservations

• Main Telephone: 1 (619) 232-1234
• Group Rate: $299 (Single/Double) per night (plus applicable taxes and fees: 10.5% TOT + 2% TMD + $.65 CA Tourism Fee)
• Reservation Cut-off Date: May 16, 2024
• Reservation Telephone: TBA
• Online Reservation Link: TBA

Logistics

• Check in: 4 pm Check out: 11 am
• Parking: Self-Parking: $40/night / Valet Parking: $60/night
• Internet access: Complimentary standard wireless internet

Hotel Reservations & Cancellation Policy: 

The cut-off date to receive the APPA group rate (plus tax) is May 16, 2024. If rooms remain in the APPA block after the cut-off date, the group rate will be honored. If not, you may be charged a higher rate. The room block may sell out before May 16, so early reservations are encouraged. Make your reservations directly with the hotel at the contact information above.  

Cancelled reservations that are not resold may become a financial liability for APPA, so please make your reservations thoughtfully. If you require additional assistance with housing, please contact Meeting Services at [email protected].

Questions and Assistance

For questions or assistance making your hotel arrangements, contact [email protected].

• Sponsorship and expo packages for this event
• Sponsorship and expo packages for all events
• Sponsorship and expo policies
• Vendor services kit

Frequently Asked Questions

Where and when will future National Conferences be held?

• 2024 APPA National Conference
  June 7-12, 2024
  San Diego, California
   
• 2025 APPA National Conference
  June 6-11, 2025
  New Orleans, Louisiana
   
• 2026 APPA National Conference
  June 26-July 1, 2026
  Boston, Massachusetts

Can I earn educational credits for attending this conference?

Yes, you can earn the following kinds of educational credits for participating in sessions during the conference:

• 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) Credits from the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA)

To receive a certificate for your participation, participants must complete the conference evaluation after the event.

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.

What is the APPA Code of Conduct for meeting attendees?

Attendees of American Public Power Association meetings agree to abide by the APPA Code of Conduct. If attendees engage in unacceptable behavior as outlined in the Code of Conduct, the Association may take any action it deems appropriate, including but not limited to, expulsion from the current and future meetings, with no warning or refund.

More questions?

Contact [email protected].

For more information about the conference, email: 

Registration: [email protected]

Program/Content: [email protected]

Hotel: [email protected]

Billing: [email protected]