Speakers
2025 Speakers
Our Confirmed 2025 Keynote Speakers
The Ukraine Energy War: Lessons in Energy Security Panel
Panelist
dr. Anna Mikulska, PhD
Research Staff Member,
IDA Science and Technology Policy Institute
Dr. Alex Papalexopoulos, Ph.D.
President, CEO,
& Chairman of the Board, ECCO International, Inc.
Gabriel Collins
Baker Botts Fellow in Energy and Environmental Regulatory Affairs, Rice University’s Baker Institute
Moderator
Grant Espy
Mechanical Engineering Undergraduate, Georgia Institute of Technology
Cybersecurity for Energy Systems Panel
Panelist
Seymour E.Goodman
Regents Professor and Professor of International Affairs and Computing, Georgia Tech
Jake Braun
Executive Director, University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy – Cyber Policy Initiative
Juan Villarreal
Managing Director, Villarreal Energy & Georgia Section Chair for the American Nuclear Society
Moderator
Sebastian Inestroza Turcios
ChBE Undergraduate, Georgia Institute of Technology
Scaled Sustainable Development Panel
Panelist
Jonathan Elkind
Senior Research Scholar, Columbia University’s Center on Global Energy Policy
Miguel Granier
Managing Director, Cox Cleantech Accelerator
Distinguished External Fellow at Georgia Tech Strategic Energy Institute
Hon. Jobeth Lillian Coleby-Davis
Minister of Energy and Transport, Government of The Bahamas
Moderator
Sam Woolsey
Mechanical Engineering Undergraduate, Georgia Institute of Technology
The Potential of Renewable Hydrogen Panel
Panelist
Dr. Comas Haynes
Director: Southeastern Industrial Training and Assessment Centers (ITACs) “Center of Excellence, and Hydrogen Initiative Lead, GT Strategic Energy Institute
Hayley Ryan
Field Engineering Manager, ExxonMobil
Luis Alcoser
GM Future Energy, Chevron Technology Ventures
Moderator
Eli Acree
Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering Undergraduate, Georgia Institute of Technology
Global Applications of Solar Microgrids Panel
Panelist
Letian Dou
Charles Davidson Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering and Chemistry, Purdue University
Ben Ollis
R&D Associate, Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Raymond Hill
Associate Professor Emeritus in the Practice of Finance, Emory University Goizueta Business School
Moderator
John Blakenhorn
BIO PhD Candidate, Georgia Institute of Technology
Nuclear Energy around the World Panel
Panelist
Seth Grae
President and CEO of Lightbridge Corporation and Chairman for the American Nuclear Society’s International Council
Nicole Holmes
Chief Commercial Officer, GE Hitachi
CJ Fong
VP of Regulatory Affairs, Blue Energy
Fmr. Chief of Staff, Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Moderator
Anna Schafer
Nuclear & Radiological Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology
Our History
Explore Our Archive of Past Speakers!
Discover the legacy of top-notch speakers we’ve welcomed to our conference. Dive into our history to see the remarkable individuals who have graced our stage. Each year, we carefully select influential and inspiring speakers from various fields to provide our attendees with invaluable insights and knowledge. Our past speakers include industry leaders, renowned experts, and visionary thinkers who have made significant contributions to their respective areas. By browsing our archive, you’ll get a glimpse into the rich tapestry of expertise and inspiration that defines our conference. Join us in celebrating the achievements and wisdom of these extraordinary individuals.
