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2026 NextGen Pre-Conference Workshop
Managing the Next Generation: How to Motivate, Mentor & Recruit Early Career Talent
Monday, April 27, 2025 | 2:30-5:30 p.m. | Omaha, NE
Hosted prior to the 2026 Alltricity Network Spring Conference As the electric utility workforce evolves, managers are increasingly responsible for engaging and retaining early-career professionals with diverse motivations and expectations. This pre-conference workshop, hosted by the Alltricity Network NextGen Committee, is designed for utility managers and leaders seeking strategies and insights to better understand what drives the next generation and how to lead them effectively. Attendees will explore key motivators influencing emerging talent and receive guidance to build meaningful mentorship relationships that support professional growth and knowledge transfer. The session will also address best practices for recruiting early-career professionals, including what traits to seek, how to align expectations, and how to prepare managers to lead a multi-generational workforce. Participants will gain practical tools and approaches they can apply immediately to strengthen engagement, improve retention, and build a resilient talent pipeline for the future. Who Should Attend
This workshop is built for electric utility supervisors, managers, and leaders who guide, hire, or mentor early-career employees across both field and office environments. It’s especially relevant for leaders in operations, engineering, maintenance, and technical services, as well as workforce development, training, and HR professionals. Anyone responsible for knowledge transfer, crew or team leadership, succession planning, or building a strong pipeline of industry talent will gain practical tools to better engage, develop, and retain the next generation of utility professionals. Continuing Education Certificates Upon completion of the workshop, attendees will receive a continuing education certificate worth 3.0 Professional Development Hours (PDHs) in their online Alltricity Network profile. PDHs may be applied toward recertification credit. Registration is only $100 when bundling with a full 2026 Spring Conference registration! Already signed up for the Spring Conference? Just choose "Add Pre-Conference Workshop to your existing registration" from the Attendee Selections tab on the registration page and proceed to checkout. ONLINE Registration is now closed ON-SITE Registration opens at 3:00 p.m. CDT on Monday, April 27   Venue
1001 Cass Street, Omaha, NE 68102 | (402) 998-3400 The deadline to book in Alltricity Network's discounted hotel block has passed. If you still need a room, please contact the hotel directly to inquire about room availability. Map this Event Government Employees: If booking at the federal government rate, mention Alltricity Network to ensure your reservation counts toward the room block.
Workshop Schedule & Agenda
*Schedule & agenda subject to change. Click or tap on an item to expand and view more details. Click again to collapse it. All times in Central Daylight Time (CDT) Monday, APRIL 27, 2025» 2:15-2:30 p.m. Arrival
» 2:30-2:45 p.m. Welcome & Introductions
» 2:45-3:45 p.m. PANEL: Exploring Next Generation Motivations: Direct from the Electric Utility Industry's Newest Leaders
» 3:45-4:00 p.m. Networking Break
» 4:00-4:45 p.m. Future Builders: Designing Mentorship that Develops Leaders
» 4:45-5:30 p.m. Landing the Next Generation of Talent
Check out the Pre-Conference Workshop Flyer for all session speakers and descriptions. Pricing
Registration fees include: Educational content, breaks, electronic handouts (if applicable), attendee roster, and upon completion, a continuing education certificate for 3.0 professional development hours (PDHs). *Note: Registration for the NextGen Pre-Conference Workshop is purchased through the same registration portal as the 2026 Alltricity Network Spring Conference. Already signed up for the Spring Conference? Just choose "Add Pre-Conference Workshop to your existing registration" from the Attendee Selections tab on the registration page and proceed to checkout.
Cancellation & Refund Policy: 100% of fees are refundable if cancellation is received 29 days or more before the event date. If cancellation is received between 28 and 14 days before the event date, 50% of the registration fee will be refunded. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received 13 days or less before the event date, including no-shows. To have someone take your place, please notify Alltricity Network at info@alltricitynetwork.org anytime before the event. Thank You, Alltricity Network NextGen Committee!
The Alltricity Network NextGen Committee plans all Alltricity Network NextGen events. If you’d like to send the committee suggestions for future event topics, content, or other information, please email Ciara Cole at ccole@alltricitynetwork.org.
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