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

April 15-17

Utility Purchasing & Materials Management Conference

The Utility Purchasing & Materials Management Conference is TVPPA’s annual gathering for electric utility professionals who keep the supply chain moving. From procurement and inventory to warehousing and materials distribution, this event brings together the people who ensure electric systems across the Tennessee Valley — and beyond — have what they need, when they need it.

If you're involved in any part of utility supply chain management, this conference is designed for you. Come connect with peers, explore practical solutions, and stay ahead of industry changes.

Next Conferences

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

80th Annual Conference

Connect with 300+ utility leaders and 150+ innovators at our premier event of the year in Louisville, Kentucky, May 18-20.

Engineering Operations & Technology Conference

Join us in Chattanooga, Tennessee, August 19-21, to experience 3 days of networking with peers and 100+ vendors at this event featuring workshops, lightning round conversations, and vendor-led solution centers. Registration opens in May 2026.

Utility Human Resource Management Conference

Meet us in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, September 9-11, to gain expert Human Resource and employment law insights while networking in a welcoming, collaborative setting. Registration opens in June 2026.

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. Registration opens in July 2026.

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. Registration opens in July 2026.

Utility Customer Experience

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.