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.

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.