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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
MDHCC Energy Committee Chair / Former U.S. Assistant Secretary of Energy (DOE)
MDHCC: Chairman of the Board / President & WSP: Vice President / Civil Engineer / Program Manager
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, United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce / Director of Strategic Alliance and Policy, NRG Energy
President & CEO, Hispanics in Energy
Emcee / Welcome / Keynote
Nadia Marquez Pabst - Emcee
Kelly Gee - Welcome Message
Caren Merrick - Keynote Speaker
Kevin Anderson - 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
Maryland Secretary of the Commerce
Panel 1: How to Win Government Contracts
Jose Perez - Moderator
Roger Campos - Speaker
Bettty Manetta
Richard (Dick) Otero
President at Hispanics in Energy
Chairman/CEO Minority Business Roundtable
Argent President & CEO
The 8A Authority
Panel 2: Data Centers / AI
Kristal Hartsfield - Moderator
Bruce J. Walker, JD - Speaker
Melissa Burnison - Speaker
Brian George - Speaker
Director of Intergovermental Affairs
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
Global Energy Market Development and Policy, U.S. Federal Lead at Google
Panel 3: Energy Innovation & Generation
Jerry Silva - Moderator
Connor Prochaska - Speaker
Frederick H. Hoover - Speaker
Scyller Borglum PH.D. - Speaker
Energy Advisor & Strategist
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 VP: Strategy & Regulatory Affairs, Baltimore Gas & Electric Co.
Thought Leaders
Nelson Reyneri - Presenter
Travis Kavulla - Speaker
Director, Strategic Alliances and Policy
Vice President of Regulatory Affairs at NRG
Panel 4: Mid Atlantic Energy Landscape / Forecast
Hon. James Campos - Moderator
Serena McLlwain - Speaker
Glenn Davis - Speaker
Steve Winberg - Speaker
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
Paul G. Pinksky - Speaker
Maryland Director of Energy
Panel 5: SMR/AMR Outlook
Chelsea Jenkins Olivieri - Moderator
Erich Fritz - Speaker
Jeff Miller -
Speaker
Brian McCormack - Speaker
President and Founder of Cosolve
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
Announcing More Speakers & Guests Soon
Proposed Agenda
OCT 17, 2024
1:00 - 6:30
Program
6:30 - 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: Data Centers / AI
Panel 3: Energy Innovation & Generation
Panel 4: Mid-Atlantic Energy / Forecast
Panel 5: Small Modular Reactor (SMR) / Advance Modular Reactor (AMR)