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10:00 AM | Check-In & Late Registration

10:30 AM | Opening Remarks
– Andrew Barth: President, TEPA & Partner, CSD Energy Advisors
– Stephen Girard: Vice President East Sales, NRG Energy

10:45 AM | Keynote Presentation: NY Market Outlook — Growth, Reliability & the Customer Connection
New York’s energy landscape is evolving rapidly in response to rising demand and the growing need for grid reliability. In this keynote session, Shaun Johnson will provide a deep dive into how the state’s wholesale market is adapting to support system resilience, customer engagement, and competitive market access. As volatility and complexity continue to rise, his perspective will offer timely insights for anyone navigating New York’s dynamic energy environment.

– Shaun Johnson: Vice President of Market Structures, NYISO

11:30 AM | Lunch sponsored by SmartestEnergy

12:45 PM | From Subsidized to Strategic: The Business Case for Sustainability
Incentives like the Investment Tax Credit (ITC) have supported clean energy growth—but with new legislation threatening to scale them back, the economics of solar and storage are shifting. Customers still want sustainable solutions, but delivering them now requires a smarter approach. This session explores how brokers and suppliers are adapting—structuring better deals, aligning with ESG goals, and guiding clients through a changing policy and pricing landscape.

– Moderator | Javier Barrios: Managing Partner, Good Energy
– Greg Fox: Principal, Sustainability Management Group, Constellation
– Chris Gersch: Founder & CEO, Verde Solutions

1:30 PM | Retail Energy Under Pressure: Navigating Northeast Policy Shifts
From New York’s broker registration rule to New Jersey’s proposed electric market restructuring and Massachusetts’ efforts to end residential choice—the Northeast is becoming a proving ground for regulatory shifts with far-reaching implications. In this session, industry leaders will unpack the policies reshaping retail energy and explore how these changes could affect business models, customer access, and the future of competitive energy markets.

– Moderator | Shannon McGriff, Executive Director, TEPA
– John Holtz: Senior Director – Market Development & Regulatory Affairs, NRG Energy
– Jeffrey Levine: Vice President, Government & Regulatory Affairs, Engie

2:15 PM | Networking Break

2:30 PM | NYISO & NEPOOL Market Update: Fundamentals, Pricing & Procurement Insights
Energy costs in the Northeast are being shaped by a complex mix of market fundamentals including shifting demand, transmission limitations, and evolving capacity pricing. This session will dive into the latest trends across NYISO and NEPOOL, and break down what this means for your customers: when to contract, how to manage price volatility, and how to structure deals that align with their risk tolerance and budget goals in today’s dynamic environment.

–John Vieira: Manager of Strategic Market Intelligence, Mantis Innovation

3:15 PM | Guiding the Customer: Broker Insights on Strategy, Growth & Advocacy
From tariffs to energy policy shifts—the national news is influencing customer decision-making more than ever. This session will explore how brokers are advising clients through complex market conditions, differentiating their services, and contributing to policy discussions that affect their business. Topics include pricing strategy, customer acquisition, and the broker’s role in today’s policy environment.

– Moderator | Stephen King: Sr. Vice President – Sales & Marketing, Intelometry
– Kurt Chapman: Chief Operating Officer, Freedom Energy Logistics
– Taylor Duncan: U.S. Business Leader, 5
– Rick Frazier: V.P. of Business Development, RPAC
– Justin Kearney: Vice President, Titan Energy

4:00 PM | Closing Remarks
– Andrew Singer: V.P., C&I Power Regional Sales, Constellation

4:15 PM | Networking Happy Hour Sponsored by Constellation