Future Grid Builders

Joules Accelerator

Chart a shared vision for building the grid of the future with decision-makers from the Future Grid Network members.

Duke Energy Plaza

Future Grid Builders serves as the executive-focused culmination of the event, highlighting the utilities, corporate leaders, and innovation partners shaping the next era of grid modernization. Designed for decision-makers, this capstone event at Duke Energy Plaza brings together influential stakeholders to align priorities, reinforce commitments, and chart a shared vision for building the grid of the future.<h3>Agenda</h3><h3>7:30 | Arrival and check in with light breakfast and networking</h3><h3>8:30 | Welcome and Introductions</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rwilliamrutledge" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rwilliamrutledge" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Ryan Rutledge</a>, Executive Director - Joules Accelerator</li></ul><h3>8:40 | Keynote: How Networks Can Supercharge Adoption</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessazchan/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessazchan/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Vanessa Chan</a>, Vice Dean of Innovation &amp; Entrepreneurship - University of Pennsylvania Engineering</li></ul><h3>9:00 | Utility Pitch 1: Southern Company</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-phillips-2215a614/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-phillips-2215a614/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Andy Phillips</a>, Principal, Business Development - Southern Company</li></ul><h3>9:10 | Transforming the Grid: Pilot to Deployment</h3><ul><li>Moderated by: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ntwhite/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ntwhite/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Nathan White</a>, Director of Energy &amp; Infrastructure - Guidehouse</li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriel-regus/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriel-regus/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Gabriel Regus</a>, Senior Grid Technology Innovation Manager - Puget Sound Energy</li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-krupp-75015845/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-krupp-75015845/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Jason Krupp</a>, Senior Program Manager of Technology Partnerships - TVA</li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-gray-a8140aa4/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-gray-a8140aa4/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Rich Gray</a>, Innovation Director - S&amp;C Electric Company</li></ul><h3>9:55 | Utility Pitch 2: Xcel Energy</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-tillman-074b611b7/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-tillman-074b611b7/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Matthew Tillman</a>, Innovation Technology Consultant - Xcel Energy</li></ul><h3>10:05 | Panel: The Customer's Role in Shaping Innovation Pathways</h3><ul><li>Moderated by: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaideep-malik-50336b39/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaideep-malik-50336b39/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Jaideep Malik</a>, Managing Director, Power, Utilities, &amp; Renewables Sector - EY Parthenon</li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghan-dewey-1b82aa17/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghan-dewey-1b82aa17/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Meghan Dewey</a>, SVP, Products &amp; Services and Pricing Solutions - Duke Energy</li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/robin-lanier-067b97107/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/robin-lanier-067b97107/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Robin Lanier</a>, Managing Director, Grid Strategy and Solutions - Georgia Power</li></ul><h3>10:50 | Utility Pitch 3: Duke Energy</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-coleman-173b0127/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-coleman-173b0127/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Ashley Coleman</a>, Manager, Technology Development - Duke Energy</li></ul><h3>11:00 | The Next Decade: NSF Engine for Grid Modernization in the Carolinas</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristina-m-johnson-72387639/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristina-m-johnson-72387639/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Kristina Johnson</a>, Co-founder and Managing Partner - Catalyzer Ventures</li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachary-kuznar-88736b16/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachary-kuznar-88736b16/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Zachary Kuznar</a>, Managing Director of Grid Solution Development - Duke Energy</li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-cox-437b754/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-cox-437b754/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Rob Cox</a>, Executive Director - UNC Charlotte EPIC</li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rwilliamrutledge/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rwilliamrutledge/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Ryan Rutledge</a>, Executive Director - Joules Accelerator</li></ul><h3>11:45 | Closing Remarks</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/harry-sideris-594484104/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/harry-sideris-594484104/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Harry Sideris</a>, President and CEO - Duke Energy</li></ul><h3>12:00 | Networking</h3><h3>1:00 | Event concludes</h3> <h3>With generous support from:</h3>NC IDEA Foundation, Duke Energy, Honeywell, and UNC Charlotte's EPIC

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