Regional Marketing, Communications and Member Services Conference
APRIL 18–21 | CHATTANOOGA
Join electric co-op leaders from across the southeast for the 2023 Regional Marketing, Communications and Member Services Conference
The challenges and opportunities facing electric cooperatives are rapidly evolving, and it is critical to build networks and sharpen skills so that your co-op can thrive in this new energy marketplace.
The 2023 Regional Marketing, Communications and Member Services Conference is your chance to join co-op leaders from nine states to make new connections and hear from the industry’s most sought-after thought leaders. Join us in Chattanooga, Tenn., on April 18–21, 2023 to explore how electric co-ops go beyond power to serve our communities.
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Lodging
Make your reservations today at the beautiful Westin Chattanooga.
The Westin Chattanooga
801 Pine Street, Chattanooga, TN (423) 531-4653
Agenda
All times Eastern.
Tuesday, April 18
| 12:00 p.m. | Exhibitor Setup Conference Room |
| 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Pre–conference networking activities
Golf at the Bear Trace at Harrison Bay Off-site functions are not included in the cost of your conference registration fee. |
Wednesday, April 19
| 10:00 a.m. | Registration Opens |
| 1:00 p.m. | Welcome and opening session Andy Burke, Administrator of the USDA Rural Utilities Service and former mayor of Chattanooga |
| 1:45 p.m. | Micro Trends that will Impact your Co-op in 2023 Thought leaders from across the Southeast discuss topics that are likely to impact electric co-ops in the coming year. Lindsey Davis, Director of Marketing and Market Research, North Carolina Electric Cooperatives Andrea Brackett, Director of Cyber Security, TVA Supply Chain Issues, UUS and Gresco |
| 2:30 p.m. | Break |
| 2:45 p.m. | Breakout Sessions
Option 1) Electric vehicle Adoption: What Does It Really Mean Option 2) Marketing High-Speed Internet in a Competitive Environment Option 3) Everyday Photography |
| 3:30 p.m. | Breakout Sessions (Repeat)
Option 1) Electric vehicle Adoption: What Does It Really Mean Option 2) Marketing High-Speed Internet in a Competitive Environment Option 3) Everyday Photography |
| 4:30 p.m. | Reception with Sponsors and Exhibitors |
| 6:00 p.m. | Restaurant Roulette Sign up to join co-op colleagues for dinner at one of Chattanooga’s finest restaurants |
Thursday, April 20
| 7:30 a.m. | Breakfast at Hotel |
| 8:30 a.m. | Navigating Advocacy Scorecards Kate Tillotson, NRECA Joe Arnold, KEC Trent Scott, TECA |
| 9:15 a.m. | Break |
| 9:30 a.m. | Breakout Session
Option 1) Trends in Graphic Design Option 2) Tackle Your Tech To-Do List and Powered Productivity Option 3) |
| 10:15 a.m. | Break Snacks and Networking with exhibitors and sponsors |
| 10:30 a.m. | Breakout Session (Repeat)
Option 1) Trends in Graphic Design Option 2) Tackle Your Tech To-Do List and Powered Productivity Option 3) |
| 11:30 a.m. | Lunch at Hotel |
| 1:00 p.m. | Round Table Discussions Three topics will be chosen from among topics submitted by attendees for 20-minute discussions |
| 2:00 p.m. | Using the Cooperative Approach Adam Schwartz, The Cooperative Way |
| 2:30 p.m. | Washington Youth Tour and NRECA International Panel Discussion Moderated by Beth Knudson, NRECA |
| 3:00 p.m. | Break Snacks and Networking with exhibitors and sponsors |
| 3:15 p.m. | Breakout Session (Not Repeated)
Option 1) Understanding Your Utility Option 2) New customer branded gift cards and other updates Option 3) The Successful Balance Between Customer Acquisition and Managing Member Expectations |
| 4:30 p.m. | Reception with Exhibitors and Sponsors |
| 6:00 p.m. | Restaurant Roulette Sign up to join co-op colleagues for dinner at one of Chattanooga’s finest restaurants |
Friday, April 21
| 7:30 a.m. | Breakfast at hotel Networking with exhibitors and sponsors |
| 8:30 a.m. | Statewide Updates Individual meetings with home state groups |
| 9:00 a.m. | Effective and Efficient Customer Engagement Amid Rising Cost and Rate Increases Jim Malcom, Apogee Interactive |
| 10:00 a.m. | Discover Your Technology Psychology Beth “Z” Ziesenis |
| 11:00 a.m. | Door Prizes and Adjourn |
Sponsor
Take advantage of this unique opportunity to expose your business to electric co-op leaders from across the southeast. Multiple sponsorship opportunities are available to meet your needs and budget.
Exhibitor and Sponsor registration has closed.
Sponsorship Levels
Platinum Sponsorship | $2,500
Includes title sponsorship of Wednesday evening’s welcome reception, as well as an 8’ x 10’ booth, all provided meals for one attendee and access to conference speakers and breakout sessions.
You can add additional attendees for $150 each and electrical at your booth for $50
Gold Sponsorship | $2,000
Includes title sponsorship of Thursday’s lunch or Friday’s breakfast, as well as an 8’ x 10’ booth, all provided meals for one attendee and access to conference speakers and breakout sessions.
You can add additional attendees for $150 each and electrical at your booth for $50
Silver Sponsorship | $1,500
Includes title sponsorship of Thursday’s breakfast or Thursday’s hospitality, as well as an 8’ x 10’ booth, all provided meals for one attendee and access to conference speakers and breakout sessions.
You can add additional attendees for $150 each and electrical at your booth for $50
Exhibitor | $700
Includes 8’X10’ booth, all provided meals for one attendee and access to conference speakers and breakout sessions.
You can add additional attendees for $150 each and electrical at your booth for $50
Register
Please use the form to register. Deadline to register is Friday, March 10.
