Conferences

TVPPA conferences offer industry-specific, solutions-oriented content from experts, plus valuable networking opportunities to build lasting relationships across the Tennessee Valley.

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Upcoming Conference

September 9-11

Utility Human Resource Management Conference

TVPPA’s Human Resource Management Conference is the annual destination for electric utility professionals responsible for HR functions and workforce strategy. Whether you're an HR veteran or wear multiple hats at your utility, this event offers valuable insight into the most pressing and practical aspects of human resource management.

With a focus on timely, real-world topics, the conference features seasoned presenters with deep experience in human resources, compliance, and employment law. Attendees will gain actionable tools and up-to-date guidance on enhancing workforce development, navigating evolving employment challenges, and protecting their organizations from risk.

Beyond the sessions, participants enjoy a welcoming, collaborative environment, rich with opportunities to share resources, ask tough questions, and build meaningful peer connections. If you're looking for trusted knowledge and a strong HR support network, this is the place to be.

Next Conferences

Explore TVPPA conferences—tailored events with expert insights, networking, and solutions for industry leaders across various job functions.

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Utility Safety & Security Conference

We are headed to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, September 23-25, for this year's conference. Enhance safety and security with expert insights, strategies, and the latest tools to protect infrastructure and employees.
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Utility Accounting & Finance Conference

Level up your utility finance skills with expert insights, best practices, and networking in Huntsville, Alabama, October 21–23. Explore solutions and stay ahead.
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Utility Customer Experience Conference

Join us in Florence, Alabama, November 4-6, for the Utility Customer Experience Conference. Take a deep dive into customer service and communications at this conference focused on customer satisfaction, engagement, and the latest service trends. Registration opens in September 2026.

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Continuing Education

Certain TVPPA conferences provide Continuing Education (CE) credits. Click through the conference list below to discover credit opportunities. 

 

Upon request, attendees can receive a certificate to submit to their governing body. 

Legal Conference

10-13 hours of continuing legal education (CLEs) for LPC attorneys. Some CPAs and professional engineers are also able to submit hours from this event.

Annual Conference

3-5 hours of credit for board members seeking CE to meet water utility board training requirements for the state of Tennessee. Some CPAs and professional engineers can submit a number of hours from this event too.

Engineering, Operations, & Technology Conference

9-11 professional development hours (PDH) for professional engineers.

Safety & Security Conference

3-12 hours of CE for water and wastewater certified operators (DS1, WT1, CS1, WW1, etc.).

Accounting & Finance Conference

11-15 hours of NASBA (National Association of State Boards of Accountancy) continuing professional education (CPE) credit for CPAs.

Human Resource Management Conference

9-13.5 recertification hours for PHR, SPHR, GPHR for the HR Certification Institute and Society for Human Resources Management.

Cancellation Policies

Registrants who cancel 7-14 days prior to the conference will be charged 50% of the registration cost as a cancellation fee. Registrants who cancel less than 7 days prior will be charged 75% of the registration cost. Registrants failing to cancel prior to the start of the conference will be responsible for the entire registration fee. You may avoid the cancellation fee by sending a substitute registrant. All conference cancellations must be in writing and mailed or emailed to: conferences@tvppa.com.