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2nd Annual AABE Midwest Regional Summit

By American Association of Blacks in Energy

Get ready for a high-energy gathering of Midwest professionals at the 2nd Annual AABE Summit - it's going to be a blast!

Location

DTE Energy Headquarters

1 Energy Plaza Detroit, MI 48226

Agenda

Day 1 - November 11, 2025

7:15 AM

Breakfast, Networking & Leadership Coaching Sign-Up

8:45 AM

Welcome Remarks

8:55 AM

Message from Our Host

9:00 AM

Remarks from Government Officials

9:15 AM

Keynote Address: Paving the Midwest’s Clean Energy Pathway

- Where does the Midwest stand in today’s energy landscape? - What rapid transitions and opportunities are emerging? - What strategic investments are essential to shape the region’s clean energy futu...

9:40 AM

Panel 1: Advanced Leadership Pathways for Clean Energy

Explore direct routes to executive leadership in the Midwest’s clean energy transition. Hear from seasoned leaders on how to overcome barriers, accelerate your career, and drive innovation for a sust...

10:30 AM

Break

10:40 AM

Panel 2: Innovating for Future Energy Demand

Discover how technologies like digital twins and machine learning are transforming energy operations. Learn how innovation is enabling smarter, more sustainable energy solutions across the Midwest.

11:30 AM

Fireside Chat: Energy Policy & Implementation in the Midwest

Join two leading policy experts for a candid discussion on recent regulatory changes, practical implementation, and how policy is shaping the region’s clean energy future

12:10 AM

Lunch

1:30 PM

Keynote Address: Leaders Driving the Grid

- Who are the bold leaders guiding this transformation? - How do diverse voices shape the future of energy? - What strategies must leaders adopt to navigate the evolving grid?

1:50 PM

Workshop 1: Cultivating Community Engagement & Strategic Collaboration

Learn how to build impactful partnerships that drive regional innovation and workforce readiness. Gain actionable strategies for collaboration and community engagement essential to the clean energy t...

2:40 AM

Break

2:50 PM

Workshop 2: Lead Where You’ve Landed – Value-Added Leadership

Part two of our leadership series focuses on growing leadership within your current role. Learn how to leverage ERGs, AABE chapters, and cross-industry partnerships to amplify your impact and lead fr...

3:40 PM

Closing Remarks

6:00 PM

Evening Dinner Reception

Day 2 - November 12, 2025

7:00 AM

Breakfast, Networking & Leadership Coaching Sign-Up

8:00 AM

Workshop 3: Sustaining Your AABE Chapter – The Power of Retention & ERG Synerg

This session offers practical strategies to grow and retain AABE chapter membership, with two focused discussions on strengthening collective impact.

10:00 AM

Break

10:15 AM

Opening Remarks

10:20 AM

Message from Our Sponsor

10:25 AM

Leadership Mentoring & Development Sessions

- Round 1: 10:30 – 11:00 AM - Round 2: 11:05 – 11:35 AM

11:45 AM

Lunch & Keynote Address: AABE’s Blueprint for Development

- How has AABE supported mentorship and leadership development? - What actions can enhance AABE’s impact? - How can AABE continue cultivating leaders for the clean energy future?

12:05 AM

Leadership Mentoring & Development Sessions (Continued)

- Round 3: 12:10 – 12:40 PM - Round 4: 12:45 – 1:15 PM

1:30 AM

Closing Remarks

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Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

Highlights

  • In person

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

Business • Environment & Sustainability

2nd Annual AABE Midwest Regional Summit: Manufacturing and Driving the Future to Clean Energy in the Midwest.

Hosted by the American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE) - Midwest Region, this one-and-a-half-day summit is dedicated to empowering professionals to lead the charge in sustainable innovation across the Midwest. The event will explore leadership development, transformative technologies, and collaborative strategies to accelerate the region’s clean energy transition.

The summit is designed to achieve three critical goals:

  • Advance Leadership PathwaysEquip professionals with tools to navigate career growth in energy leadership—from board service to entrepreneurial ventures.
  • Spotlight Cutting-Edge InnovationShowcase transformative technologies reshaping the energy industry.
  • Cultivate Strategic CollaborationFoster partnerships to accelerate regional innovation and workforce readiness.

Together, we’ll identify actionable solutions to strengthen leadership readiness and drive progress in future grid manufacturing, energy efficiency, and sustainability.

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American Association of Blacks in Energy

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