Join the Renewable Energy Alliance of Houston for REAL IMPACT ’26, our annual conference bringing together energy industry leaders, policymakers, business professionals, and community stakeholders to discuss the future of clean energy, infrastructure, innovation, and economic growth.
The day will feature a keynote presentation, expert panel discussions, fireside chats, and valuable networking opportunities with leaders from across the energy sector. A networking reception from 5:00–6:30 PM will provide attendees an opportunity to continue the conversation and build new connections.
REGISTER today to save your spot as space is limited!
Featured Speakers:
Jason Ryan
Executive Vice President, Regulatory Services and Government Affairs
CenterPoint Energy
Jason Ryan, our keynote speaker, will share insights on the future of energy infrastructure, grid modernization, and the critical role utilities play in powering continued economic growth. As Texas experiences unprecedented growth in energy demand, CenterPoint Energy is leading major transmission and infrastructure investments to strengthen grid reliability and support the state’s expanding energy needs. Jason will share insights on the future of energy infrastructure, grid modernization, and the critical role utilities play in powering continued economic growth.
Panel & Fireside Chat Speakers
Viral Amin | Co-Chief Risk Officer | HASI
Brian Chen | Vice President of Sales – Energy & Infrastructure and Houston Commercial | Stewart Title
Scott Cockerham | Senior Managing Director | FTI Consulting
Claude Colp | Chief Commercial Officer | Game Change Energy
Jimmy Glotfelty | Former Commissioner | Texas Public Utilities Commission
Brian Hayes | CEO | Key Capture Energy
David Holt | President | Consumer Energy Alliance
Elizabeth Kaiga | Chief Commercial Officer for Energy Systems | DNV
Dawn Owens | SVP, Development and Commercial Markets | Fervo Energy
Erika Taugher | Senior Director, Commercial Origination | Pattern Energy
Hill Vaden | Executive Director, Financial and Capital Markets | S&P Global Energy
Suresh Vasan | Partner, Credit and Capital Solutions | Galvanize Climate
Gerry Willinger | Managing Director | Marathon Capital, LLC
Nancy Zakhour | Board Member, Perma-Pipe | Advisor to Energy, Infrastructure & Clean Technology Companies
