The Gulf Coast Energy Network and its partners are proud to present the 15th annual Power Up Energy Expo. This year the event is co-located with the Defense Innovation Forum. The two events will gather leaders from the Department of Defense, federal government, industry partners, and academia. The event is designed to enhance energy security, resiliency, and sustainability initiatives to ensure mission assurance for the Department of Defense.
All-access pass to Power Up (22 OCT) + Defense Innovation Forum (23 OCT). This includes all Keynotes, technical sessions, agency briefings, exhibitor showcase, and more. Includes breakfast and lunch for both days, and the Icebreaker networking social.
All-access pass to Power Up (22 OCT) + Defense Innovation Forum (23 OCT). This includes all Keynotes, technical sessions, agency briefings, exhibitor showcase, and more. Includes breakfast and lunch for both days, and the Icebreaker networking social.
Senior-level government and military leaders, technology providers, industry partners, design/construction firms, academic labs, and the energy and sustainability community atlarge.
This event will be held at the Edgewater Beach and Golf Resort in Panama City Beach, Florida. The location is second to none with views of the Gulf of Mexico and close to lots of hotel options, dining and shopping.
Edgewater Beach and Golf Resort
11212 Front Beach Rd.
Panama City Beach, FL 32407
All times listed are central standard time. The agenda is subject to change. All attendees will be subject to background screening by the U.S. Air Force.
Exhibitor Move-In
Exhibitors: Please contact us with any questions Events@GulfCoastEnergyNetwork.
Mr. Dave Robau, Executive Director, Gulf Coast Energy Network
Mr. Mike Dwyer, PE, Deputy Chief, Air Force Civil Engineer Center, Natural Disaster Recovery Division, U.S. Air Force
Mr. Kirk Phillips, Director, Office of Energy Assurance, U.S. Air Force
Moderator: Mr. Dave Robau, Executive Director, Gulf Coast Energy Network
Col. Matthew J. McKinney, Commanding Officer, Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, U.S. Marine Corps
Mr. David Leinberger, Chief, Army Community Partnerships Program, HQDA, U.S. Army
Mr. Kelly Rosenberger, EVP of Government Business, Enginuity Power System
Mr. Nick Ruebel, Managing Director, Super Floor USA
Mr. Sean Luangrath, CEO, Inergy
Ms. Emily Carlisle, Environmental Scientist, National Energy USA
Speaker TBD Green Hydrogen Technology, LLC
Moderator: Mr. Michael Bartlett, President SCIpact, LLC
Mr. Norm Campbell, CEM, Federal Business Development - Power, Siemens
Mr. Carlos Tamayo, President & CEO, Phronimos LLC
Mr. Judah Bradley, PE, CEM, LEED AP, Energy Surety SME, Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC), U.S. Air Force
Mr. Michael Reed, CEM, SAME, IEEE, Sr Federal Business Developer Manager, Global Analytical Professionals, LLC
Agencies represented include:
Mr. Major George, Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization, Region 4, General Services Administration
Ms. Jennifer Cavanagh, Chief, Office of Small Business Program, Savannah District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Ms. Tiffany H. Seibt, Environmental Branch Chief, Programs and Project Management Division, Mobile District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Mr. Aaron Viles, Senior Director of Campaigns, Electrification Coalition
Mr. Dave Robau, Executive Director, Gulf Coast Energy Network
General Announcements + Keynote Introductions
Mr. J.T. Young, VP and General Manager, Florida Power & Light, Northwest Region
“Federal Foundations, Clean Energy Futures: The Catalyst for Success”
Mr. Cagen Williams, President & CEO, Panhandle Power Solutions
Mr. Mark A. Shackley, Security Force Program Manager, Natural Disaster Recovery Division, Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC), U.S. Air Force
Mr. Paul Serafino, Sales Executive, Northeast, Hyaxiom, Inc
Mr. Scott Luth, VP of Economic Development and Capital Programs, Space Florida
Moderator: Ms. Candice Scale, Sr. Business Development Manager, HDR
Ms. Sandrine A. Schultz, Sustainability Director, Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Navy Energy, Installations, and Environment, U.S. Navy
Mr. Charles Nikon, Additive Manufacturing PM, Air Force Civil Engineer Center/CXAE (AFCEC), U.S. Air Force
Mr. Garey Payne, Acquisition Program Manager Deputy, Programs Branch AFCEC, Natural Disaster Recovery, U.S. Air Force
Mr. Stanley Lam, PE. CEM. Project Manager, HDR
Agencies represented include:
Mr. James Vaughan, Flight Lead, 325th Contracting Squadron, Tyndall Air Force Base, U.S. Air Force
Ms. Dawn M. Brown, Deputy Director for Small Business Programs, Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) Southeast, U.S. Navy
Mr. David Willis, Deputy, Small Business Office, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New Orleans District
Mr. Dave Robau, Executive Director, Gulf Coast Energy Network & SAME Representative
The agenda topics are subject to change.
Early registration ends August 15.
Golf Tournament – TBD
* Need to include SAME member number for registration
** Need Government email address
Please email Gerald.Morris@mbakerintl.com with any Golf Tournament questions.
Government and standard room block rates are available. Click the links below to visit the Bluegreen’s Bayside Resort & Spa registration page.
Bluegreen’s Bayside Resort & Spa
4114 Jan Cooley Drive
Panama City Beach, FL 32408
Power Up Energy Expo is the largest industry training event for design, construction, and sustainable energy professionals along the Gulf Coast.
Contact: Emily DeVore at emily@gulfcoastenergynetwork.org
To become a sponsor, please email Dave Robau at dave@gulfcoastenergynetwork.org.
• 4 Full Conference Registrations
• First Choice Premium Booth Space
• Full page color ad in a premium location in the conference program
• Large Logo & Recognition on Conference Signs, and Event and Post Websites
• Reserved Table at the Conference Meals
• 4 Golf Registrations
• Tee Box Sign
• 3 Full Conference Registrations
• Premium Booth Space
• Full page Ad in the conference program
• Large Logo & Recognition on Conference Signs, and Event and Post Websites
• Reserved Table at the Conference Meals
• Exclusive Sponsor of One of the Following: Breakfast/Breaks or Technical Session Rooms
• 2 Golf Registrations
• Tee Box Sign
• 2 Full Conference Registrations
• Exhibition Booth Space
• ½-page Ad in the conference program
• Medium Logo on Conference Signs, and Event and Post Websites
• 1 Golf Registration
• Tee Box Sign
• 1 Full Conference Registration
• 1/4-page Ad in the conference program
• Small logo on Conference Signs, and Event and Post Websites
• 1 Golf Registration
• Tee Box Sign
• 1 Full Conference Registration or 1 Golf Registration
• 1/4-page Ad in the conference program
• Small logo on Conference Signs, and Event and Post Websites
• 1 Full Conference Registration
• Business Card Ad in the conference program
• Small logo on Conference Signs, and Event and Post Websites
• 2 Full Conference Registrations
• Medium Logo on Conference Signs, & Conference Website
• Sign at Icebreaker
• 2 Full Conference Registrations
• Medium Logo on Conference Signs, & Conference Website
• Sign at Breakfast that Morning
• 1 Full Conference Registrations
• Medium Logo on Conference Signs, & Conference Website
• Sign at Social Event
• 1 Full Conference Registration,
• Small Logo on Conference Signs, and Conference Website
• Sign at Coffee Station
• 1 Full Conference Registration
• Opportunity to Provide YOUR company logo on YOUR bag
• One Golf Team
• Tee Box Sign
• Logo on Websites
• One Golf Team
• Tee Box Sign
• Logo on Websites
• One Golf Team
• Tee Box Sign
• Logo on Websites
• Tee Box Sign
• Logo on Websites
• Tee Box Sign
• Logo on Websites
• Tee Box Sign
Fairfield Inn & Suites Panama City Beach
7718 Front Beach Road
Panama City Beach, Florida 32407
(850) 234-7422
Start Date: Monday, October 9, 2023
End Date: Friday, October 13, 2023
Last Day to Book: August 15, 2023
Note: A shuttle service will be provided between venue and Fairfield Inn & Suites.
SpringHill Suites Panama City Beach Beachfront
12513 Front Beach Road
Panama City Beach, Florida 32407
(850) 230-6004
Start Date: Monday, October 9, 2023
End Date: Friday, October 13, 2023
Last Day to Book: Sunday, September 10, 2023
Note: A shuttle service will be provided between venue and Springhill Suites.
Home2Suites
7710 Front Beach Road
Panama City Beach, FL 32407
(850) 740-0660
Start Date: Monday, October 9, 2023
End Date: Friday, October 13, 2023
Last Day to Book: August 15, 2023
Note: A shuttle service will be provided between venue and Home2Suites.
Hampton Inn & Suites
15505 Front Beach Road
Panama City Beach, FL 32413
(850) 235-4650
Start Date: Monday, October 9, 2023
End Date: Friday, October 13, 2023
Last Day to Book: September 15, 2023
Note: No shuttle service will be provided between venue and Hampton Inn & Suites. Attendees will be need to use personal vehicles or ride share service. If you choose to use personal vehicle, there is an onsite parking fee of $45 at the venue. So, please add the parking fee option to your registration for the event.
Self Pay & Self Parking is $10.00 for 6 hours or $12.00 for 9 hours on a first come, first serve basis up to 140 cars. Cars can scan the designated QR code when they arrive at the Edgewater venue .
Valet is also available on a limited, first come first serve basis.
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Power Up is the largest business event for energy and sustainability professionals along the Gulf Coast. This event will consist of presentations from state, city, county officials, federal and military contracting officials, architectural, engineering, and construction firms, energy services companies and many more. Join us and connect with new clients and other industry professionals, and meet with exhibitors in the Technology Demonstration Area to learn about new business opportunities for large and small businesses.
