What a Country: Navigating Political Divisions Beyond the Election
Join Emmy Award-winning journalist and NYT best-selling author Luke Russert for a moderated Q&A that delves into strategies for navigating political divisions in America and fostering understanding beyond election cycles.

Moderated by Wolverine Power Cooperative Chief Legal Officer Joseph Baumann

Electric Cooperatives & Data Centers: Challenges and Opportunities
Explore the challenges and opportunities electric cooperatives face in supporting data centers, with insights from Rappahannock Electric Cooperative CEO John Hewa and ACES Senior Vice President & Chief Strategy Officer Andrew Hall.

Moderated by Wolverine Power Cooperative Chief Operating Officer Zach Anderson

Unity in Action: The Power of Mutual Aid
Learn how Michigan and Florida electric cooperatives collaborated through mutual aid efforts to restore power and rebuild communities in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton.

A Conversation with MECA's Newly-Selected CEO
This session offers a unique opportunity to hear directly from the new leader and engage in Q&A.

Moderated by HomeWorks Tri-County Electric Cooperative CEO Chris O'Neill

Kalin Sheick – Designing Lives & Businesses in Bloom: Focal, Filler & Flair
Join Owner & Creative Director of Sweetwater Floral Kalin Sheick for a fun and inspiring talk about pivoting in business & life. Be ready to seek out your own focal, filler & flair to create lives that feel both fulfilling and authentic.

Moderated by Cherryland Electric Cooperative Communications & Member Relations Manager Courtney Doyle

Restaurant Roulette
Join fellow Symposium attendees for dinner. We will assign you to a group and a restaurant, with dinner on us! Limited to 20 participants.