2018 Annual Conference
 
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Alexander Thompson ArnoldThumbnailAlexander Thompson Arnold PLLC (ATA) is an INSIDE Public Accounting's Top 200, regional accounting firm that provides a wide array of services for multiple client bases ranging from agriculture to small business to governmental entities and everything in-between. With 21 partners and over 180 staff members, ATA has the resources of a larger firm with the relationship skills of a smaller firm, which keeps the client at the core of our decisions. Currently, ATA audits approximately 25 electric utilities and performs well over 100 municipal audits, including non-profit agencies. Contact us today to see how we can become your long-term accounting partner.http://www.atacpa.net
Allen & HoshallThumbnailAllen & Hoshall, Inc., is a multi-disciplined architectural and engineering firm providing a wide range of services to the electric utility, industrial,water systems and sanitary sewer markets. We have provided various services on projects throughout the United States and the world. Founded in 1915, the firm is headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, with offices in Nashville, Knoxville, and Chattanooga, Tennessee. We also have offices Jackson and Tupelo, Mississippi.www.allenhoshall.com
Altec IndustriesThumbnailSince 1929, Altec has been a Manufacturer of Aerial Devices, Digger Derricks and Cranes. Altec also has Rental Equipment, Financing and Mobile and Shop Service.http://www.altec.com
Altec IndustriesThumbnailSince 1929 Altec has been a Manufacturer of Aerial Devices, Digger Derricks and Cranes. Altec also has Rental Equipment, Financing and Mobile and Shop Service.http://www.altec.com
Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.ThumbnailDistributors Insurance Company (DIC), through A.J. Gallagher, has provided utility-specific property and casualty insurance coverages at competitive premiums to more TVPPA members than any other insurer since 1983.http://www.distributors-insurance.com9
AT&TOn June 30, 2017 the FirstNet Authority entered a 25 year public/private contractual agreement with AT&T to build the nation's First Responder Network - a network that will serve 99+% of the nation's population - including rural areas. The electric utility industry is among those qualified to subscribe to FirstNet and have priority access across the AT&T system. One principle mobile technology integrated within the FirstNet/AT&T system designed to expand/augment existing communications is Enhanced Push-to-Talk (ePTT) with LMR to LTE Interoperability. ePTT, on a fast-track to Mission Critical Certification (MCPTT), is a totally integrated and managed carrier solution utilizing open IP-based standards. This simple, reliable and scalable solution is being widely adopted to connect and enhance/expand an LMR network with AT&T Enhanced Push-to-Talk. LMR to LTE Interoperability provides the right solution for today's and tomorrow's push-to-talk (PTT) communication needs.http://www.att.com10
Baldwin Pole & PilingThumbnailManufacturer of pressure treated Southern Yellow pine wood poles and prestressed concrete poles. Baldwin Pole has been serving the utility industry since 1945.http://www.baldwinpole.com
CFCThumbnailhttp://www.nrucfc.coop
CoBankThumbnailCoBank is a national cooperative bank serving vital industries across rural America. The bank provides loans, leases, export financing and other financial services to agribusinesses and rural power, water and communications providers in all 50 states. Headquartered outside Denver, Colorado, CoBank serves customers from regional banking centers across the U.S. and also maintains an international representative office in Singapore.http://www.cobank.com
CRC, Inc.ThumbnailCRC offers utilities across the country seamless contact center and alarm monitoring solutions, including call management, line crew dispatch, AMI/CIS/OMS integration, CRCLink® outage communication software, and alarm monitoring. CRC also offers outage texting services, video monitoring of substations and a Payment Card Industry (PCI) compliance solution which utilizes live agents for billing calls. From outage calls to billing calls, disconnects to emergency locates and more, CRC is there for its membership 24/7/365. By partnering with CRC, members find peace of mind as well as a cost-effective solution to their call handling needs.http://www.crc.coop5
CSAThumbnailCSA, a member-owned association, provides a full range of IT services including billing, financial, work management, mapping, staking, meter data management and more to utilities through the southeast United States.http://www.csa1.com3
Davis H. ElliotThumbnailhttp://www.dhec.com
E SourceThumbnailE Source is a research and consulting firm focused exclusively on utilities and their customers. We help utilities with critical problems involving DSM, Technology, Customer Experience, Web & Mobile, Call Center, Marketing & Communications, Account Management, and DER strategy.www.esource.com
Education Networks of AmericaThumbnailENA delivers high-capacity broadband, Wi-Fi/LAN, communication, cloud, and security solutions to K–12 schools, higher education institutions, and libraries nationwidehttp://www.ena.com13
EnerVision, Inc.ThumbnailEnerVision is an innovative, independent management and technical consulting firm, offering the electric utility a full range of business-related services. We work with utilities of all sizes, in all markets to add value, solve technical and business-related problems, as well as partner with our clients to successfully address both current and emerging industry issues.http://www.enervision-inc.com
Fisher Arnold, Inc.ThumbnailEstablished in 1985 in Memphis, TN, Fisher Arnold, Inc. has developed a solid reputation as one of the leading engineering, architecture and consulting firms in the United States.http://www.fisherarnold.com/
Galloway ConstructionThumbnailOur company constructs new Power Lines or the relocation of existing ones. We also do Right of Way Clearing & Vegetation Management.http://www.gallowayconstructionllc.com
HoneywellThumbnailHoneywell Smart Energy connected solutions enable gas, electricity, and water utilities to deploy advanced metering and software technologies. These capabilities transform operations, improve reliability and enhance environmental sustainability. We provide programs to engage end customers with energy efficiency improvements in homes, buildings, and industry. Honeywell Smart Energy, along with its partners and customers, is reshaping the way the world uses energy.HTTP://www.honeywellsmartenergy.com6
IRBY Electrical DistributorThumbnailhttp://www.irby.com
ItronThumbnailItron is a world-leading technology and services company dedicated to the resourceful use of energy and water. Our product portfolio includes electricity, gas, water and thermal energy measurement devices and control technology. With thousands of employees supporting nearly 8,000 customers worldwide, Itron applies knowledge and technology to better manage resources.https://www.itron.com/na/4
Midsouth Utility ConsultantsThumbnailElectric utility consulting firm that provides the following services: substation design/testing, relay/control upgrades, transmission/distribution design, SCADA design/implementation, generation impact/interconnection, meter testing, system planning/financial studies, rate design and cost of service studies.http://www.msuc.net
NewGen Strategies and SolutionsThumbnailNewGen Strategies and Solutions, LLC, is a management and economic consulting firm specializing in serving the utility industry and market. We provide financial, valuation, strategy, expert witness, stakeholder and sustainability consulting services to public power clients across the country. Our expertise includes litigation support in state and federal regulatory proceedings, utility business and financial planning; and strategic planning for electric, water, wastewater, solid waste and natural gas utilities.http://www.newgenstrategies.net
NISCThumbnailNISC is a leading provider of software solutions and services for utilities and telecoms. NISC offers advanced, integrated solutions featuring automated workflows, electronic approvals, and more in areas billing & customer service, accounting, engineering & operations, meter data management, payment channels, cyber security and eServices / Apps. Over twenty million consumers in 50 states receive utility or telecommunications services from over 820 companies utilizing NISC advanced solutions.https://www.nisc.coop14
NRTCThumbnailNRTC leads and supports its more than 1,500 members by delivering advanced technology solutions. NRTC offers smart grid, demand management, next-generation energy and broadband solutions that strengthen member businesses and promote economic development in rural America.http://www.nrtc.coop
OracleThumbnail
Pike Electric, LLCThumbnailhttp://www.pike.com
PowerSafeThumbnailPowerSafe provides standardized, OSHA awareness-level safety orientations for utility contractors. Training is recorded in the PowerSafe database, which is validated through an auditable system and helps end unnecessary duplication of training.http://www.powersafetraining.org/
RedClayThumbnailRed Clay is an Atlanta-based leading consultancy for utilities, delivering technical and business solutions on Customer Information Systems, Customer Experience, Meter Data Management Systems, Mobile Field applications, Lodestar, and Load Profiling & Settlement. With over fifteen years of industry experience, Red Clay can find the right solution for you from implementing your new systems to managing them long term.  Our team of experts deliver successful projects every time.  Learn more about us at www.redclay.com (www.redclay.com).http://www.redclay.com16
Ruffin and AssociatesThumbnailManufacturer Representative serving the Tennessee Valley area in Tennessee and Mississippi since 1974. We represent 26 lines including ACS, American Electric Lighting, Blackburn, Elastimold, Homac, Kerite cable, Metalpol steel poles, and Shakespeare Composite poles and crossarmshttp://www.ruffinandassociates.com
SEDCThumbnailSEDC has been delivering innovative enterprise utility software solutions to TVA utilities for over 40 years. Our tools go beyond CIS/FIS to provide Interactive Voice Response, Outage Management, Meter Data Management, Prepaid Metering, Mobile Workforce, Document Imaging, Work Management, and Cybersecurity, among others. Our advanced visual analytics tool ReportIQ provides powerful insights for complex financial and operational scenarios, enabling more informed decisions and more effective operations.https://www.sedata.com12
SensusThumbnailNothing’s out of reach. Every day Sensus helps utilities, cities, industrial complexes and campuses connect data, places and people in powerful new ways to do more with their infrastructure. Improve efficiency. Save money. Increase safety. Conserve resources. Promote economic development. And make a world of difference for a world of people.www.sensus.com1
Service Electric CompanyThumbnailhttp://www.serviceelectricco.com
Service Electric CompanyThumbnailhttp://www.serviceelectricco.com
SiemensThumbnailhttp://www.siemens.com
TantalusThumbnailTantalus provides TUNet® – the Tantalus Utility Network – which is an award winning end-to-end communications platform utilizing IP-based networks including Fiber, WiMAX and cellular as well as 220 & 900 MHz wireless RF. TUNet is purpose built for the Smart Grid and unites utility applications through distributed, Linux-based edge computing capability at every endpoint. The result is enhanced value across all utility departments through integrated solutions such as AMI, outage management, power quality monitoring, load management, smart thermostats, smart plugs and distribution grid optimization that are both cost-effective and practical to deploy throughout urban and rural service areas.http://tantalus.com11
TVAThumbnailThe Tennessee Valley Authority is a corporate agency of the United States that provides electricity for business customers and local power distributors serving 9 million people in parts of seven southeastern states. TVA receives no taxpayer funding, deriving virtually all of its revenues from sales of electricity. In addition to operating and investing its revenues in its electric system, TVA provides flood control, navigation and land management for the Tennessee River system and assists local power companies and state and local governments with economic development and job creation.http://www.tva.gov7
TVPPAThumbnailE&T Services maintains a comprehensive selection of utility-specific professional management and technical training programs for utility employees. TVPPA conducts training at regional locations and on-site. The mission of the Education & Training Committee, a standing committee of the TVPPA Board of Directors, is to provide guidance and oversight to TVPPA in the development and delivery of nationally recognized education and training opportunities to meet current and future electric utility workforce needs.http://www.tvppa.com15
USI Consulting GroupThumbnailUSI has been representing some of the top manufacturers in the utility market since 1957, including Valmont, Schneider Electric, ElectroMark, Lindsey and many more.http://www.usi.com
Utility Sales AgencyThumbnailUtility Sales Agency is a distributor and manufacturers representative of products for utility companies in Tennessee and Kentucky. Our mission is to render exceptional customer service while keeping abreast of the latest advances in technology so we can provide practical advice and promote efficiency in the use of the products we offer.http://www.utilitysales.com/
Works24ThumbnailCommunicating Purpose and Information To People Industry leader in digital marketing and communication with services Designed to Educate, Communicate and Appreciate your Current customers. The winner of over 500 awards is here not to just Sell you a product or software package, but a partnership and Solution to your marketing and communication needs. With nationally Recognized services that include, On Hold Music and Messaging, Full Motion Lobby and Web Site Video and Overhead Music, all from one easy web driven platform. Point of purchase marketing and Communication at its best and a great way to talk about safety and community awareness.http://www.works24.com2