As the electric utility industry evolves, so must the ways we train, educate, and empower its workforce. The 2026 Trainers Conference and Tradeshow embraces this transformation with a bold focus on elevating training standards, engaging a new generation of learners, and evolving instructional methods to meet the challenges of tomorrow.

This year’s theme is Elevate. Engage. Evolve. Adapting today’s training for tomorrow’s workforce. This invites us to rethink how we design and deliver training, while leveraging innovative technologies and practical strategies to build a future-ready, adaptable workforce.

New sessions include these and many more:
• Learning to Lead and Leading to Learn
• Energy Wheel Reinvented
• Training for Teamwork
• Train with Passion and Purpose
• It’s a Lineman’s World
• Equipontential Grounding Fundamentals
• Discover Mode or Defend Mode?
…. and much more!

In addition to powerful breakout sessions, seminars and hands-on workshops, attendees will have the opportunity to connect with a wide range of on-site exhibitors showcasing the latest tools, technology, and solutions driving the future of utility training.

Join us for the 6th annual Trainers Conference and Tradeshow in sunny Orlando, Florida, as we explore how to create meaningful learning experiences that shape confident, competent, and safety-focused utility professionals.

  • "I've attended previously. Best conference specifically for trainers."

    Adam Mitchell, Trouble Operations Trainer, EPCOR

  • "I greatly enjoyed the conference, I got to fellowship with some of the most respected names in the industry. It was a dream come true!"

    Jeremy (Lane) Price, Trainer, B&B Electrical and Utility Contractors

  • "Thankful for the opportunity to attend and meet so many great industry leaders."

    Mike Starner, Executive Director, Outside Line Safety, NECA

  • "We really appreciate the opportunity and took a lot away from the conference that we will utilize to develop our training plans and curriculum going forward."

    Jeff Razka, Manager EHS, S&C Electric

  • "I enjoyed the entire event! Great venue, great information and great networking!"

    Will Duniven, VP of Operations, Big Country Electric Cooperative, Inc.

  • "I enjoyed the smaller setting, and being able to connect with a handful of people that are in a similar role to mine."

    Ryan Pantti, Distribution Technical Supervisor, UPPCO

  • "Fantastic Event. Loved everything about it!"

    Paddy Murphy, General Manager, Hi Vis Traffic Control

  • "Great group of people, excited to see what next year holds."

    Jeff Vaughn, Corporate Safety Advisor, Utility Lines Construction Services, LLC (ULCS), Asplundh Infrastructure Group

  • "Always a great show and one that I look forward to each year."

    Brady Anderson, Overhead T&D Supervisor, Lubbock Power and Light

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Speakers

We’ve got an exciting lineup of speakers in store for our conference attendees, including many speakers new to our conference!

Speakers
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Schedule

Ready to plan what sessions you’d like to attend? Review the agenda to see the topics our esteemed speakers will be discussing.

Schedule
Venue for 2026 Trainers Conference and Tradeshow 2026 in Orlando, March 23-26, 2026

Hotel

Find out more about the venue where this year’s Trainers Conference will be held, and see what else there is to do in the area.

Hotel
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Interested in exhibiting at the conference? Check out our registration options for exhibitors.

Registration and Costs

Early-Bird Rate
$895*

Standard Rate
$995*

ATTENDEES REGISTER HERE

*If you can't attend in person, virtual participation is available.

Early Bird Rate Ends

December 15, 2025

 Contact us

Ryan Schenk
VP of Marketing

Cell: (985) 290-3554
ryan@tdpowerskills.com

Drury Plaza Hotel Orlando Disney Springs

2000 Hotel Plaza Blvd.
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830

Phone: (407) 560-6111