As we continue to encounter increasing severe weather conditions, increasing physical security threats and relentless cyber intrusions, transmission and delivery executives are faced with increased pressure and focus on the resilience of the U.S. power grid.
Utilities are being confronted with pressure to not only identify and work on hardening grid assets, but also to prepare for any possible scenario that could unfold. Collaboration between asset strategy, risk mitigation, corporate security, compliance and incident management are a priority across the board; some utilities have already made strides, however there is still a critical need to ensure a robust, resilient and secure grid.
Grid owners and operators need to prioritize the right projects that will protect critical assets from severe weather, cyber attacks, theft and terrorism; prevent disruption of service for customers; restore service swiftly after an outage; and maintain/prepare for compliance with current and future regulatory standards.
Power Grid Resilience will take a deep dive into the security strategies, resiliency efforts, innovative technologies and strategic planning necessary to balance the competing priorities of today’s utility executives. Join us as we identify and tackle challenges to help you achieve a robust and resilient grid.
2015 Confirmed Speakers:
- Tom Bialek, Chief Engineer - Micro Grid, San Diego Gas & Electric Company
- Andrew Bochman, Sr. Energy & Security Strategist, National & Homeland Security, Idaho National Lab
- Michele Campanella, Director Security Services, Con Edison Inc
- Miles Keogh, Director of Grants and Research, National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners
- Eric Holdeman, Founder, Disaster Zone & Director, Center for Regional Disaster Resilience, Pacific Northwest Economic Region
- Louie Dabdoub, Corporate Security Manager, Entergy
- Scott McBride, Program Manager, Idaho National Lab
- Robert Martinez, Manager - Risk Control & Business Continuity, CenterPoint Energy
- Rob Manning, Vice President, Transmission, Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI)
- Richard Ward, Manager, National Security Policy, Edison Electric Institute
- Kelly Wilson, Protective Security Advisor, U.S. Department of Homeland Security
- Guenter Conzelmann, Center Director, Argonne National Laboratories
- Charles Butler, CEO, The Security Oracle, Inc.
- Dale Steffes, Senior Security Specialist, American Transmission Company
- Peter Larsen, Energy Analysis and Environmental Impacts, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
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Workshop Day, Tuesday, September 1, 2015
- WORKSHOP A: Grid Resilience in EMP/GMD Scenarios, starts at 9:00 am
- WORKSHOP B: & Working Luncheon – Comprehensive Security Integration for More Powerful Threat Detection and Deterrence, starts at 11:30pm
- WORKSHOP C: Constructing a Cost-Benefit Framework to Improve Reliability of US Power Systems, starts at 2:30pm
Main Conference Day One, Wednesday, September 2, 2015
- Including: Demonstration Drive & Morning Networking Break, Networking Lunchein & Exhibition Time & Afternoon Networking Break
Main Conference Day 2, Thursday, September 3, 2015
- Including: Prize Drawing & Networking Break, Networking Lunchein & Exhibition Time & Afternoon Networking Break
The agenda is available as PDF under downloads at the right side of the page.
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Venue & Accommodations
Paradise Point1404 Vacation Road
San Diego, California
92109, United States
Website:
http://www.paradisepoint.comPhone: 8582744630
AccommodationGroup Rate: We’ve negotiated a deeply discounted hotel room rate of $159 per night + 12.565% tax + $15 PASSPORT TO PARADISE FEE* (originally priced at $27) is specifically for the Power Grid Resilience Attendees.
How to Book: To book your room, please identify you are part of the IQPC, Power Grid group to ensure the special rate (based on availability). The group rate is available three days pre and post event based on group rate availability. Please make your reservation before August 7, 2015** in order to ensure you are eligible for the group rate. After August 7, 201, hotel rooms will be offered on a space-available basis at the prevailing rate.
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