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Energy Freedom Summit
IDEAS THAT ENERGIZE OUR COMMUNITIES
The Virginia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce & Maryland Hispanic Chamber of Commerce welcome you to the Energy Freedom Summit in the DC/Maryland/Virginia region. Join us to learn about the latest developments in energy and network with energy industry experts.
In Partnership with:
OCT. 17, 2024
1:00PM - 8:00PM
MGM National Harbor, MD
About the Summit
At the Energy Freedom Summit, you'll have the chance to hear from influential speakers who are at the forefront of the energy industry. From renewable energy sources to sustainable practices, this event will explore various topics that are shaping the future of energy in our region.
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Don't miss this opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, share ideas, and discover innovative solutions. Whether you're an industry professional, a leader in the community, or simply curious about the energy sector, this summit is for you!
2024 Energy Freedom Summit
Keynote Speaker
TBA
Federal Energy Update - Omar Franco
2024 Energy Freedom Summit Host
Hon. James Campos
Marco V. Ávila, P.E.
Michel Zajur
Energy Committee Chair Executive Director, Virginia TRRC
President & CEO, Maryland Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Vice President, WSP
Virginia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce: President/CEO
James Campos currently serves as Deputy Secretary of Commerce and Trade in Virginia under the Youngkin administration, with a portfolio focused on energy development, innovation and advancement.
Marco V. Ávila, P.E. currently serves as the Chairman of Board and President of the Maryland Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Marco is also a Vice President and Certified Program Manager at WSP, providing engineering and program management services for major infrastructure projects in the public and private sector.
Michel Zajur currently serves as the President and CEO of the Virginia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. As the founder of VAHCC, Michel has built a powerful and influential network spanning across the Commonwealth of Virginia and beyond, enhancing business and economic development opportunities for those in search of the American dream.
2024 Energy Freedom Summit Co-Hosts
Nelson Reyneri
Jose Perez
Chairman of the Board United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Director, Strategic Alliances and Policy
President, Hispanics in Energy
Emcee / Welcome / Keynote
Nadia Marquez PABST - Emcee
Secretary Kelly Gee - Welcome Message
Secretary Caren Merrick - Keynote Speaker
The Honorable Lisa Gordon Hagerty - Keynote Speaker
Vice President, Government & Regulatory Affairs at Aypa Power, a Blackstone Portfolio Company
Secretary of the Commonwealth of Virginia
Secretary of the Commerce and Trade for the Commonwealth of Virginia
Former Under Secretary of Energy for Nuclear Security and Administrator of the National Security Administration
Panel 1: How to Win Government Contracts
Jose Perez - Moderator
Roger Campos
Bettty Manetta
Richard (Dick) Otero
President, Hispanics in Energy
Chairman/CEO Minority Business Roundtable
Argent President & CEO
CEO, The 8A Authority
Charles Smith
Small Business Federal Contracting Consultant Former Director, US Department of Energy, OSDBU
Panel 2: Mid Atlantic Energy Landscape and Forecast
Hon. James Campos - Moderator
Serena McIlwain
Director Glenn Davis
The Hon. Steve Winberg
Energy Committee Chair
Secretary of Maryland Department of Environment
Director of the Virginia Department of Energy
Former Assistant Secretary for Fossil Energy, United States Department of Energy
Panel 3: Data Centers and Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Kristal Hartsfield - Moderator
The Hon. Bruce J. Walker, JD
The Hon. Melissa Burnison
Brian George
Chief Executive Officer National Alliance for Equity in Energy & Infrastructure (NAEEI)
Advisor to Pacific Northwest National Lab for Energy & Environment and National Security: Former Assistant Secretary, U.S. Department of Energy - Office of Electricity
Vice President, Federal Affairs at Berkshire Hathaway Energy
Former Assistant Secetary of Intergovernmental Affairs, US Department of Energy
Development and Policy, U.S. Federal Lead at Google
Panel 4: SMR/AMR Outlook
Chelsea Jenkins - Moderator
Erich Fritz
Jeff Miller
Brian McCormack
President and Founder of Cosolve; Former Deputy Secretary of Commerce & Trade Commonwealth of Virginia
Manager - Power Generation & Business Development, Dominion Energy
Senior Director of Business Development, Terrapower
Founder - United Coalition for Advanced Nuclear Power and Partner, Equinox Global Solutions
Lisa Gordon - Hagerty - Speaker
Former Under Secretary of Energy for Nuclear Security and Administrator of the National Nuclear Security Administration
Panel 5: Energy Innovation & Generation
Jerry Silva - Moderator
Connor Prochaska
Frederick H. Hoover
Scyller Borglum PH.D.
TRRC, Director of Energy Commonwealth of Virginia Former Department of Energy Senior Advisor
Chief of Strategic Partnerships, BOHR Quantum Technology, Former Chief Commercialization Officer for the Department of Energy and Director of the Office of Technology Transitions
Chair of the Maryland Public Service Commission
Vice President, Underground Storage Energy National Business Line at WSP
Alex Nuñez - Speaker
Senior Vice President & Regulatory Affairs, Baltimore Gas & Electric Company
Fireside Chat with Energy Thought Leaders
Nelson Reyneri - Moderator
Mike Rombach
Director of Strategic Alliances and Policy NRG Energy
Vice President and General Manager NRG Consumer, East
Announcing More Speakers & Guests Soon
Proposed Agenda
OCT 17, 2024
1:00 - 6:45
Program
6:45 - 8:00
Networking & Cocktail Reception
A comprehensive and detailed agenda will be available soon.
Panel Topics
Panel 1: How to Win Government Contracts
Panel 2: Mid-Atlantic Energy Landscape and Forecast
Panel 3: Data Centers and Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Panel 4: Small Modular Reactor (SMR) / Advance Modular Reactor (AMR) Outlook
Panel 5: Energy Innovation and Generation