Meet The Authors

Sponsored by

Curtis Bradley, BS, CUSP

Author of Selected to Lead, Welcome to Linework and I Am Lineman

Curtis Bradley is a leadership consultant, author, and former lineworker dedicated to helping crews build stronger communication, unity, and situational awareness. Drawing on years of field experience and workforce development work, Curtis focuses on practical strategies that elevate team performance and strengthen safety culture in today’s evolving electric utility environment.

Book Descriptions:

  • Welcome to Linework — A foundational guide for new lineworkers, offering real-world insight into the expectations, mindset, and work ethic required to succeed and stay safe in the trade.

  • I Am Lineman — A motivational collection of stories and principles that honor the lineworker identity and reinforce the values of grit, teamwork, and personal accountability.

  • Selected to Lead — Curtis’s newest release, focused on leadership development for crew leaders, foremen, and trainers. It provides actionable tools for communication, decision-making, building team cohesion, and leading with clarity and purpose.

What to Expect:
Curtis Bradley brings a modern storytelling voice to the line trade with insights into culture, training, and leadership. His books are widely read by apprentices, experienced linemen, and instructors looking to build stronger training environments.

Signing Sessions:

  • Tuesday: 11:15–11:45 AM

  • Wednesday: 8:45–10:00 AM

Danny Raines, CUSP

Author of Legends of an Ole’ Lineman

Danny Raines is a veteran lineman, safety professional, and educator with more than four decades of experience in the electric utility industry. He has trained and mentored thousands of lineworkers across the country and is widely respected for his straight-forward approach to safety, leadership, and field instruction. Danny’s work reflects a lifelong commitment to protecting lineworkers and strengthening the culture of the trade.

Book Description:

  • Legends of an Ole’ Lineman — A heartfelt and reflective collection of stories from Danny’s career, capturing the lessons, challenges, and defining moments of life on the line. Blending humor, leadership wisdom, and field-tested experience, the book honors the legacy of linemen and the values that continue to shape the profession.

What to Expect:
Danny Raines is a respected safety trainer whose book shares decades of leadership lessons, field mentorship experiences, and stories from a lifetime in the trade. His insights connect deeply with trainers, safety leaders, and lineworkers across generations.

A Special Note from Danny:
Danny is donating 50% of all book sale proceeds above publishing costs to the International Lineman Hall of Fame and Lineman Ranch, supporting the preservation of linework history and the next generation of lineworkers.

Signing Sessions:

  • Tuesday: 1:15–2:00 PM

  • Wednesday: 11:15–12:00 PM

Why Pre-Order?

  • Guaranteed Copies

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  • Fast Pickup

    Skip the lines and grab your reserved books at the Author Signing area.

  • Conference Exclusive

    Signed editions and meet-and-greets available only onsite.

Book Signing Pre-Order Form

Reserve your signed books for pickup. Pre-orders close March 10, 2026 or when stock sells out.

You can pay online now or onsite at pickup.

 FAQs

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