Attracting, developing, and retaining talent remains one of the most significant challenges facing public power utilities. This session will explore strategies for succession planning, workforce development, leadership training, and knowledge transfer. Panelists will discuss how they are building strong organizational cultures, preparing future leaders, and ensuring their utilities have the skills and expertise needed to meet future demands.

Carrie Meek Gallagher, CEO, Long Island Power Authority, New York

This executive-level discussion will explore strategies for evaluating and integrating significant new loads, planning generation and infrastructure investments, structuring contracts and rate protections, managing risk, and ensuring that growth supports the long-term interests of the community. Panelists will share lessons learned, discuss emerging challenges, and offer practical approaches for aligning economic development goals with the public power mission.