COMPLIMENTARY FOR SIGNED IN ALLTRICITY NETWORK MEMBERS!  

PANEL: MUTUAL AID BEST PRACTICES

Jeffery Bradford, Director - Electric System Field Operations North, 
Austin Energy
Craig Brooks, Director - Revenue Measurement & Control, Austin Energy
Charles Chapman, Director - Emergency Management, Austin Energy
Craig Moeller, Assistant Director of Risk Management, Association of Missouri Electric Cooperatives
Matt Wiita, Emergency Planning & Business Continuity Specialist, JEA
Moderator, Pat Hanrahan, General Manager of Retail Services, Nebraska Public Power District

This panel will provide electric utility leaders with crucial insights into the best practices for mutual aid during emergencies. Learn how to build and maintain effective mutual aid agreements, ensuring rapid and coordinated responses when disasters strike. Experts will discuss key strategies for resource allocation, communication, and coordination among utilities, emphasizing the importance of pre-established relationships and clear protocols. The panel will also cover lessons learned from recent large-scale events, including how to navigate logistical challenges and manage costs effectively. This session not only equips you with the knowledge to enhance your utility’s resilience, but dedicated networking time at the 2024 Fall Convention also offers a prime opportunity to expand your network and build essential mutual aid contacts for future emergencies.