For the 2026 Women in Energy Conference, Utilities Employees Credit Union (UECU) will sponsor a dynamic keynote delivered by Lisa Ryan. In the session, she’ll introduce the Six Gears of Grategy, equipping attendees with practical strategies to improve communication, increase recognition, and strengthen performance. Lisa’s keynote was designed specifically for Women in Energy and offers straightforward approaches to recruiting, developing, and retaining women in the industry. 

Women in Energy President Beth Tocco shared, “We are very excited to have Lisa joining us as the keynote speaker and grateful to UECU for being the program sponsor. UECU has been a strong supporter of Women in Energy for many years, both as a sponsor and a major corporate member. We appreciate their continued support of our mission to connect and empower women working in the energy industry.”

Courtney Perez, UECU Business Relationship Manager, shared, “We are honored to sponsor the keynote and be a part of an amazing conference inspiring women to excel in the energy industry. We believe in empowering employees both personally and professionally. As an advocate for financial wellness, UECU offers free credit union membership as a valuable benefit to all Women in Energy members.”

With deep roots in the energy sector, UECU has been dedicated to enhancing the financial well-being of utility and energy employees for 92 years. UECU’s offerings include trade school loans for aspiring students and upgraded technology that allows for convenient, on-the-go access to services. All solutions are designed with transparency and authenticity, ensuring that every member has the tools to manage their finances, secure their future, and feel genuinely supported throughout their careers and beyond.

For more information about UECU, contact your dedicated financial wellness partner, Paula Simmons, at 800.288.6423, ext. 4013, or psimmons@uecu.org.

Registration is open for Women in Energy’s Annual Conference to be held October 6-8, 2026, at the Wylie Center & Tupper Manor at Endicott College, Beverly (Salem), Massachusetts. The Conference has a robust schedule of educational and personal development programming. This year will also include certificates for many of the sessions. To view the full conference schedule or to register, click on the button below.

We want to thank UECU for their continual support!