BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 METHOD:PUBLISH CALSCALE:GREGORIAN PRODID:-//WordPress - MECv7.26.0//EN X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://recharge-america.org/ X-WR-CALNAME:Recharge America X-WR-CALDESC:Helping Communities Thrive By Implementing New Clean Energy Initiatives X-WR-TIMEZONE:UTC BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC X-LIC-LOCATION:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20260609T183448 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H X-MS-OLK-FORCEINSPECTOROPEN:TRUE BEGIN:VEVENT CLASS:PUBLIC UID:MEC-6a41574847522a3bd0eb4a9986c5e13c@recharge-america.org DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T131500 DTSTAMP:20240426T220544Z CREATED:20240426 LAST-MODIFIED:20241024 PRIORITY:5 SEQUENCE:1 TRANSP:OPAQUE SUMMARY:Recharge Minnesota Symposium 2024 DESCRIPTION:Thank you, attendees, speakers, and sponsors for making this year’s Symposium such a success!\nTheme: Economics, education, job creation:Making the EV transition work in your communityLocation: McNamara Alumni Center, University Hall\n \n View Presentation Slides\n \nRecharge Minnesota is Proudly Sponsored by:\n\n \n Olseth Family Foundation\n \n\n \n McKnight Foundation\n \n\n \n Schmidtke Family Foundation\n \n\n \n Recharge America\n \nOur Symposium is sponsored by:\n\n \n McKnight Foundation\n \n\n \n Xcel Energy\n \n\nEvent Photos\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n View All Photos\n \nPanel Discussions\nPowering Communities: Making the EV Transition Work Locally\nJoin us for a panel discussion on the pivotal role communities play in the transition to electric vehicles (EVs). Our panel brings together community leaders, urban planners, environmentalists, and industry experts to explore strategies for making the EV transition work at the community level.  Key topics include:\nTransforming Communities and Powering the Future: Assessing the NEVI Plans and Exploring Utility and State Electrification Incentives\nJoin us for a panel discussion as we examine the transformative impact of the National Electric Vehicle Initiative (NEVI) on communities across Minnesota. NEVI, a comprehensive program aimed at accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) and supporting infrastructure, has been instrumental in driving the transition towards sustainable transportation solutions. We’ll then delve into the various incentives offered by states and utilities to promote the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) and electrification initiatives. As the demand for clean transportation and energy solutions continues to grow, understanding the incentives available to consumers, businesses, and communities is crucial for accelerating the transition to a sustainable future.\nFeatured Speakers\nJustin is the Director of Technology for The PLUM Catalyst, a strategy and innovation consulting firm focused on future mobility and next generation transportation initiatives. Justin is the deputy project manager for the AV deployment GoMARTI and is actively involved with CV, AV and EV task forces across state & national consortia.\n\n\n #eael-img-accordion-deab63b .eael-image-accordion-hover:hover {\n flex: 3 1 0% !important;\n }\n #eael-img-accordion-deab63b .eael-image-accordion-hover:hover:hover .overlay-inner * {\n opacity: 1;\n visibility: visible;\n transform: none;\n transition: all .3s .3s;\n }\n \nJustin Johnson\nDirector of Technology\nThe PLUM Catalyst\nBrianna Sanders is the Economic Development Director for the City of St. James, focusing on business retention, housing, and sustainability initiatives. She holds a BA in Economics from the University of Minnesota and serves on the CERTS steering committee for the Southwest region.\n\n\n #eael-img-accordion-2f5c08c .eael-image-accordion-hover:hover {\n flex: 3 1 0% !important;\n }\n #eael-img-accordion-2f5c08c .eael-image-accordion-hover:hover:hover .overlay-inner * {\n opacity: 1;\n visibility: visible;\n transform: none;\n transition: all .3s .3s;\n }\n \nBrianna Sanders\nEconomic Development Director\nCity of St. James\nPhillip Johnson has been with the Albert Lea Economic Development Agency (ALEDA) since February 2019, bringing experience in legislative policy, outreach, and long-range planning. Previously, he worked for the Salton Sea Authority in Riverside, CA, and has a strong background in government at the federal, state, and county levels.\n\n\n #eael-img-accordion-545f911 .eael-image-accordion-hover:hover {\n flex: 3 1 0% !important;\n }\n #eael-img-accordion-545f911 .eael-image-accordion-hover:hover:hover .overlay-inner * {\n opacity: 1;\n visibility: visible;\n transform: none;\n transition: all .3s .3s;\n }\n \nPhillip Johnson\nExecutive Director\nAlbert Lea Economic Development Agency\nTim McCarthy has been Vice President of Marketing at Trystar since 2020, where he played a key role in developing the company’s renewable product lines. With a career spanning over four decades at Honeywell, he held various global leadership roles in product management and strategic marketing.\n\n\n #eael-img-accordion-0a722ed .eael-image-accordion-hover:hover {\n flex: 3 1 0% !important;\n }\n #eael-img-accordion-0a722ed .eael-image-accordion-hover:hover:hover .overlay-inner * {\n opacity: 1;\n visibility: visible;\n transform: none;\n transition: all .3s .3s;\n }\n \nTim McCarthy\nVice President of Marketing\nTrystar\nJohn, with over 15 years of industry experience and more than a decade at Design Ready Controls, serves as Chief Financial Officer overseeing finance, HR, and facilities. He holds a CPA (inactive) and is involved in the METRO Blue Line Extension Business Advisory Committee and the WIOA Board.\n\n\n #eael-img-accordion-12d5de1 .eael-image-accordion-hover:hover {\n flex: 3 1 0% !important;\n }\n #eael-img-accordion-12d5de1 .eael-image-accordion-hover:hover:hover .overlay-inner * {\n opacity: 1;\n visibility: visible;\n transform: none;\n transition: all .3s .3s;\n }\n \nJohn Hacker\nChief Financial Officer\nDesign Ready Controls\nRich is the President and Majority Owner of ISC Financial Advisors, with over 35 years of experience in retirement planning. He also serves as the Mayor of Albert Lea and has been active in numerous charitable and civic organizations, with previous roles on the City Council and as a State Representative.\n\n\n #eael-img-accordion-ed986e4 .eael-image-accordion-hover:hover {\n flex: 3 1 0% !important;\n }\n #eael-img-accordion-ed986e4 .eael-image-accordion-hover:hover:hover .overlay-inner * {\n opacity: 1;\n visibility: visible;\n transform: none;\n transition: all .3s .3s;\n }\n \nRich Murray\nMayor\nCity of Albert Lea\nBinaya Acharya is a Senior Marketing Manager at Xcel Energy, focusing on raising awareness about energy efficiency and clean transportation programs. An avid EV driver, he also serves on the City of Bloomington’s Sustainability Commission, advising on sustainable resource management.\n\n\n #eael-img-accordion-32a6011 .eael-image-accordion-hover:hover {\n flex: 3 1 0% !important;\n }\n #eael-img-accordion-32a6011 .eael-image-accordion-hover:hover:hover .overlay-inner * {\n opacity: 1;\n visibility: visible;\n transform: none;\n transition: all .3s .3s;\n }\n \nBinaya Acharya\nSr Marketing Manager\nXcel Energy\nLexie leads the Volkswagen settlement grants for electric vehicles and charging at the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, focusing on decarbonizing transportation. With a background in engineering and environmental policy, she has worked on electrification projects for transit buses and city fleets, and holds a Master’s degree from the University of Minnesota’s Humphrey School of Public Affairs.\n\n\n #eael-img-accordion-e67f4f9 .eael-image-accordion-hover:hover {\n flex: 3 1 0% !important;\n }\n #eael-img-accordion-e67f4f9 .eael-image-accordion-hover:hover:hover .overlay-inner * {\n opacity: 1;\n visibility: visible;\n transform: none;\n transition: all .3s .3s;\n }\n \nLexie Lyng\nEV Program Administrator\nMinnesota Pollution Control Agency\nBeth Kallestad has 23 years of experience in the environmental field across various sectors, specializing in sustainability planning and public engagement. Currently at the Minnesota Department of Transportation, she focuses on implementing the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure program and supporting other EV initiatives.\n\n\n #eael-img-accordion-b5f69f7 .eael-image-accordion-hover:hover {\n flex: 3 1 0% !important;\n }\n #eael-img-accordion-b5f69f7 .eael-image-accordion-hover:hover:hover .overlay-inner * {\n opacity: 1;\n visibility: visible;\n transform: none;\n transition: all .3s .3s;\n }\n \nBeth Kallestad\nPrincipal Sustainability Planner\nMinnesota Department of Transportation\nJoel Hanif is a transportation planner with the Region Nine Development Commission in Mankato, Minnesota, focusing on transportation and sustainability initiatives, including electric vehicles and climate resilience. He also serves on the boards of Greater Mankato Bike Walk Advocates and the South Central Minnesota Clean Energy Council, and holds degrees in geography and environmental planning from the University of Georgia.\n\n\n #eael-img-accordion-a3569cb .eael-image-accordion-hover:hover {\n flex: 3 1 0% !important;\n }\n #eael-img-accordion-a3569cb .eael-image-accordion-hover:hover:hover .overlay-inner * {\n opacity: 1;\n visibility: visible;\n transform: none;\n transition: all .3s .3s;\n }\n \nJoel Hanif\nTransportation Planner\nRegion Nine Development Commission\nAdam Schwartz is the Electric Vehicle Charging Program Manager for Kwik Trip, Inc., leading the development of EV charging stations for the company’s 875 stores across the Midwest. With over nine years at Kwik Trip, he previously served as a Sustainability and Energy Specialist and holds a B.S. in Sustainability and Renewable Energy Systems from the University of Wisconsin–Platteville.\n\n\n #eael-img-accordion-f6d6dee .eael-image-accordion-hover:hover {\n flex: 3 1 0% !important;\n }\n #eael-img-accordion-f6d6dee .eael-image-accordion-hover:hover:hover .overlay-inner * {\n opacity: 1;\n visibility: visible;\n transform: none;\n transition: all .3s .3s;\n }\n \nAdam Schwartz\nEV Charging Program Manager\nKwik Trip\nStay Tuned for More Speaker Updates\n\n\n #eael-img-accordion-e0bb828 .eael-image-accordion-hover:hover {\n flex: 3 1 0% !important;\n }\n #eael-img-accordion-e0bb828 .eael-image-accordion-hover:hover:hover .overlay-inner * {\n opacity: 1;\n visibility: visible;\n transform: none;\n transition: all .3s .3s;\n }\n \nAdditional Speakers\n URL:https://recharge-america.org/events/recharge-minn-symposium-2024/ ORGANIZER;CN=Madeleine Blum:MAILTO:mblum@recharge-america.org CATEGORIES:Event Minnesota LOCATION:200 SE Oak St #100, Minneapolis, MN 55414 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://recharge-america.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/MNSymposium_SavetheDate__IR3_020824-Update-without-Save-the-Date-IG.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR