The 61st MRES Annual Meeting is May 6–7. This is an opportunity to collaborate and connect with fellow members, meet MRES staff and celebrate the work that keeps public power strong.
This year’s theme, “Connected by Purpose,” reflects the shared mission that unites MRES and its members in delivering reliable, community-focused public power. The Annual Meeting provides an opportunity to reflect on the past year, discuss key issues facing the industry, and strengthen the partnerships that support the communities we serve.
AGENDA
Wednesday, May 6
9:00 – 11:00 AM | Preconference: MRES Essentials (101)
For those with a beginner understanding of MRES, such as new elected officials, staff or leadership.
10:30 – 11:30 AM | Western Minnesota Municipal Power Agency Annual Meeting
(Minnesota members only)
11:15 AM – 1 PM | Networking & Lunch
• GENERAL LUNCH
• Ambassador Luncheon: Hosted by Amy Collins and Kersten Johnson, MRES
• LEAD On Luncheon: Special Guest: Kent Myers & hosted by Andrew Johnson, MRES
1:00 – 1:45 PM | Welcome and Opening Session
President & CEO Report
Matt Schull, MRES
MRES Short Video Feature
1:45 – 2:30 PM | The Power of Joint Action and Shared Purpose
Moderator: Vernell Roberts
Chris Lawrence, Mid-West Electric Consumers Association
Gayle Nansel, Western Area Public Power Association
2:30 – 2:45 PM | Break and Department Tables*
2:45 – 3:15 PM | Turning Purpose into Policy
Samantha “Sam” McDonald, Kanner & Associates
3:20 – 4:00 PM | Connecting with the Public Power Customer of the Future
Michael Vigeant, GreatBlue Research
MRES Short Video Feature
4:00 – 4:15 PM | Award Presentation
4:15 – 4:45 PM | Visit Department Tables*
4:30 PM | South Dakota Municipal Power Agency Annual Meeting and Board Meeting
4:45 – 8:30 PM | Reception & Casino Night - Fun, food and prizes!
Thursday, May 7
6:45 -8:00 AM | Buffet Breakfast
8:00 – 8:05 AM | Welcome Back
Alex Abplanalp, MRES
MRES Short Video Feature
8:05 – 8:45 AM | Chair’s Report
MRES Annual Meeting
Vernell Roberts, MRES Board Chair
8:45 – 9:15 AM | Understanding the S-1 Agreement
Matt Schull, MRES
Dan Harmelink, MRES
MRES Short Video Feature
9:15– 9:45 AM | Break and Department Tables*
9:45 – 10:30 AM | Shared Purpose, Connected Challenge: Securing Power Supply for the Next Generation
Kurt Miller, Northwest Public Power Association
10:30 – 11:20 AM | Keynote: The Power of a Purposeful Leader
Kent Myers, Managing Principal of Vision Companies
11:20 – 11:30 AM | Closing Remarks
11:30 AM | Adjourn and Lunch
MRES and WMMPA Board of Directors Meetings
*VISIT OUR MRES DEPARTMENT TABLES
Stop by our
department tables to meet the people behind MRES programs and services
and discover how each team is working to support our members and their
communities.
LODGING
Lodging is not included in the meeting registration. MRES has arranged discounted lodging for the meeting at the Sheraton Sioux Falls hotel, right next to the Sioux Falls Convention Center:
Sheraton Sioux Falls Hotel & Convention Center
1211 North West Avenue
Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Phone: 605-331-0100
Rates are $152 for a either a king or double room. Taxes and fees are additional.
The hotel reservation deadline is Friday, April 10.