From RMEL Executive Director Rick Putnicki

RMEL FOUNDATION GOLF TOURNAMENT

Tuesday, June 27th, 2023 | Arrowhead Golf Club, Littleton, Colorado

I wanted to start off June’s eNewsletter noting that like last year, the 2023 RMEL Foundation Golf Tournament sold out very quickly. Thanks to the generosity and strong interest in the tournament, the RMEL Foundation is pleased to continue this event for a GREAT cause - scholarships for future electric energy industry professionals. This year, we have raised a record amount through sponsorships of over $50K! 

Since its inception in the year 2000, the RMEL Foundation has grown considerably from the two, $500 scholarships that year. To date, through your collective generosity and support, the Foundation has awarded more than 575 scholarships totaling more than $1.3 million for the next generation of electric energy professionals!

RMEL REBRANDING INITIATIVE

Just as the electric energy industry continues to evolve and change to meet the needs of utility customers, RMEL is also in the midst of a transformation. RMEL is excited to share that we have embarked on a brand refresh initiative. After careful vetting, RMEL is working in close partnership with a strongly recommended marketing agency to elevate the association to new heights and assist us in advancing our mission through a rebrand that better reflects what we do and who we serve.

As members, RMEL tremendously values your input, and we plan to include you in the rebrand process. You may receive a request to complete a short survey. Please take the time as your insights and perspectives are of tremendous value to RMEL. Stay tuned for more information soon! 

REGISTRATION FOR THE 2023 RMEL FALL CONVENTION IS NOW OPEN!

September 11th-13th, 2023 at the brand-new Omni Hotel in Tempe, AZ

RMEL is thrilled to announce that registration for the 2023 RMEL Fall Convention is now open! This is your event! We look forward to returning in-person and hosting you and 250+ of your electric utility industry executive peers for lively and enjoyable discussions centered on a program focused on strategically addressing today's top concerns for electric utilities. Here’s what you can expect at this year’s Fall Convention:

• Elite Convention Speakers - RMEL is building a phenomenal line-up of influential and thought-provoking industry leader speakers to make this an effective and inspiring convention that you won't want to miss.
• Meet Other Industry Leaders - C-Suite Executives along with Directors, Managers, and emerging professionals, will all be there!
• Build your Professional Network - The networking opportunities have earned an exceptional reputation due to the decision-makers and thought leaders in attendance. RMEL is committed to providing a relaxed and productive forum for our members. The focus of the Fall Convention is on value, substance, and making connections.
• Dedicated Networking Opportunities - A golf outing, receptions and meals, a RMEL Foundation silent auction, and networking breaks will provide valuable opportunities to connect with your industry peers.     

Exciting program details will be announced soon, and you can expect a solid lineup that will include keynotes, the popular CEO Panel, RMEL Foundation Auction, and more. We look forward to seeing you there!

2023 FALL CONVENTION KEYNOTE SPEAKERS ANNOUNCED!

We are excited to share both the 2023 RMEL Fall Convention keynote speakers have been announced! Read more about the keynote speakers below.

Day 1 Keynote Speaker (Tuesday, September 12th): Peter Zeihan, Geopolitical Strategist & Global Affairs Expert

With a lively non-partisan approach backed by a decade in private intelligence, Zeihan shows the audience exactly why their world is changing fast—and how they can get ahead of it. Zeihan illustrates how geography redefines global power, how demographics doom the current trade order, and how America’s energy revolution has fundamentally shifted global realities from Russia to Iran to China.

Day 2 Keynote Speaker (Wednesday, September 13th): Vibhas Ratanjee, Subject Matter Expert and Global Practice Leader for Leadership Development – Gallup

Vibhas specializes in organizational development, culture change, M&A integration and executive-level engagement strategies including strengths-based leadership and succession management. Vibhas is also an executive coach and a leadership consultant to senior executives and CEOs. Vibhas is one of Gallup’s foremost practice leaders on leadership development and succession planning and has consulted with CEO’s and Boards globally. Prior to joining Gallup in 2000, Vibhas spent six years with various consulting and research companies working in the areas of employee engagement, leadership, customer experience and brand management.

BOOK YOUR 2023 FALL CONVENTION HOTEL ROOM

The deadline to book your discounted hotel room in RMEL’s block is Monday, August 21st, 2023

A special room rate of $239 is available. To reserve your room, click "Book a Room" to open the hotel's website with the RMEL Fall Convention group rates and room availability. The RMEL Fall Convention block dates are September 10th-13th.

The best way to book your room is online, but you can call 602-794-8600 and mention "RMEL." You must mention you are making your reservation as part of the RMEL room block when calling the hotel. By not doing so, you may be incorrectly told that the hotel is full or quoted a different room rate. If the contracted room block is not met, RMEL is financially liable for penalties. Government Employees: If you make your reservation at the federal government rate, please be sure to mention you are part of RMEL so you will be counted towards the room block.

2023 FALL CONVENTION SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

The 2023 Fall Convention will also feature roundtables, networking, technology showcases and more. Sponsorship opportunities throughout the event will include:

• Sponsorship of Keynote Speakers, CEO Panel and Other General Sessions
• Banner Advertising
• App Sponsorship
• Networking Event Sponsorship
• Technology Showcases
• Dedicated Company Landing Page
• And More (we are open to additional customized sponsorship ideas)

If you're interested in a sponsorship, would like to discuss a customized opportunity or have questions, please contact us at info@rmel.org or (303) 865-5544. 

RMEL'S UPCOMING EDUCATIONAL CONFERENCES & WORKSHOPS

We will continue to offer additional events in the months leading up to the 2023 Fall Convention in September. Please visit the RMEL Events and Education Calendar webpage for the most up-to-date list of offerings, and reference the below Upcoming Event List in this newsletter to learn more and register. Our Education Committees, made up of RMEL Members, strives to organize timely, important, and thoughtful educational and networking events, and we are looking forward to a full year of these opportunities curated by our members, for our members. We hope to see you soon at an upcoming event!   

RMEL AS YOUR RESOURCE

As always, please consider RMEL a resource to you and your organization. Please share those development opportunities with your peers, workgroups, and your professional network! Also, do not hesitate to reach out to us with topics or workshops you would deem beneficial to our industry. 

Thank you, we hope you are enjoying your summer, and that you are looking forward to a festive and fun Independence Day celebration in just a few weeks!