2026 Summit Program

The 2026 Workforce Development Summit blends leadership dialogue, practical strategies, and emerging trends across four dynamic days, all organized around four core tracks:

POWER SURGE: Energizing Students, Educators, and Classrooms
SKILL READY: Building the Workforce Through Earn and Learn Training Pathways
STRENGTHENING THE BASE: Core Competencies of Your Workforce Development Strategy
WIRED TO WORK: AI, Automation, and Technology in Building the Energy Workforce

Tuesday kicks off with interactive workshops, a Hill Day, and a congressional reception, setting the stage for a week of collaboration and industry engagement. Wednesday serves as the flagship day, featuring can’t-miss general sessions, the CHRO Forum, breakout sessions across all four tracks, and the 20th Anniversary Reception. Thursday continues with breakouts and the highly anticipated Impact Awards Luncheon, highlighting innovative approaches and real-world workforce solutions. Friday wraps up with site visits and workshops that bring workforce development into real-world focus.