May 12-14, 2026
Iowa City | IA, Mark Your Calendar
Electric Operations Technical & Leadership Summit
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New Dates: May 12-14, 2026 | Iowa City, IA
Since 2000, MEA offers annual electric operations training for electric crews, foremen, supervisors, managers, and directors. The summit features technical sessions on leadership, safety & training, substations, dispatching, metering, codes & standards, overhead, underground and reliability—plus a keynote and opportunities to connect with vendor experts and peers. Classroom presenters are industry experts, selected for their experience and knowledge. MEA Electric Committees create the agenda for this event.
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May 5-7, 2027
May 3-5, 2028
Both at Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center
Summit Highlights
- Classroom sessions led by industry professionals
- Keynote and breakout session options
- Leadership and technical roundtable sessions
- Insight from thought leaders and innovators
- Dedicated time with vendors
- Networking opportunities with peers
Educational Areas
- Leadership
- Safety & Training
- Substations
- Dispatching
- Metering
- Codes & Standards
- Overhead, Underground, and Reliability
Attendee Types
This summit is ideal for:
- New and seasoned Field Supervisors & Managers
- Crew Leaders & Personnel
- Operations Supervisors & Managers
- Operations Technicians (all levels)
- Safety Personnel
- Emerging and Established Leaders in Utility Operations
Hotel & Location
Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center
300 E 9th St
Coralville/Iowa City, IA 52241
(319) 688-4000
Group rate booking information, travel, and parking information to be announced soon.
Agenda
Sessions and details to be announced soon.
Agenda subject to change. PDH certificates available upon request.
Feel free to check out last year’s program for reference.
Speakers
Speakers and presenters to be announced soon.
Registration
Member and non-member registration rates and dates to be announced soon.
Attendee registration fees for this event typically range from $500-$1,000 per person.
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Exhibitor Center
Coming early 2026.