OVERVIEW
Now in its tenth year, after successive ground-breaking Summits at Argonne National Laboratory, the University of Massachusetts Lowell, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Texas A&M University, the University of California San Diego, the University of Tennessee, a Virtual Summit, and Sun Valley Idaho, the Advanced Reactors Summit X will once again meet in-person to bring leading industry experts, top executives, policymakers, and thought leaders within the nuclear industry together.
The AR Summit X will continue its focus on showcasing technology developers and advancing solutions on the cost and deployment timeframe of advanced reactors, as well as practical ideas and concepts that have the potential of significantly improving advanced reactor design, deployment, and operations.
Advanced Reactors Summit X Sponsors & Exhibitors
Nuclear Titan & Summit Lead Sponsor
Trailblazer Awards Reception Sponsor
Welcome Reception Sponsor
Trailblazer Sponsors
Showcase Sponsors & Exhibitors
Summit Supporters
Limited Space Available - Sponsorship opportunities are going quickly!
For more information on sponsorship and exhibiting please contact Caleb Ward at caleb.ward@usnic.org or (202) 270-1690 or click on the button below for the Sponsorship & Showcase prospectus.
SPEAKERS
 Reta Jo LewisPresident & Chair - EXIM Bank of the United States |  Rumina VelshiPresident - Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission |  David WrightCommissioner - U.S. NRC |
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 Ken HartwickPresident & CEO - Ontario Power Generation |  Richard VoorbergPresident - Siemens Energy North America |  Jeff LyashPresident & CEO - Tennessee Valley Authority |
 Dan StoutChief Nuclear Officer - Ultra Safe Nuclear |  Rex GevedenPresident & CEO - BWX Technologies |  Caroline CochranChief Operating Officer - Oklo |
 Karen Davis FiliPresident & CEO - Urenco USA |  James SchaeferSenior Managing Director - Guggenheim Partners |  Mikal BoeFounder & CEO - CorePower UK, Ltd. |
 Dan PonemanPresident & CEO - Centrus Energy |  Aleshia DuncanDeputy Assistant Secretary, International Nuclear Energy Policy & Cooperation U.S. Department of Energy |  P. Todd NoeDirector of Nuclear Technologies Engineering - Microsoft Corporation |
 Leon TopalianChairman & CEO - Nucor Corp. |  Rita BaranwalSenior Vice President - Westinghouse |  Tina BackVice President, Nuclear Technologies & Materials - General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems |
 Vahid MajidiLaboratory Director - Savannah River National Laboratory |  James DanlyCommissioner and Former Chairman - Federal Energy Regulatory Commission |  Alice CaponitiDeputy Assistant Secretary for Reactor Fleet & Advanced Reactor Deployment - U.S. Department of Energy |
 Maynard HoltFounder & CEO - Veriten, LLC |  Tara NeiderSVP & Project Director, Natriumâ„¢ Demonstration Reactor - TerraPower |  Bristol HartlageSr. Director of Business Development - Numerical Advisory Solutions |
 Rachel SlaybaughPartner - DCVC |  Kreshka YoungNorth American Business Director (Energy and Climate) - Dow |  Bret KugelmassPresident & CEO - Last Energy |
 David SumoskiChief Operating Officer - Nucor Corp. |  Marcy SandersonVice President, Industrial Applications - X-energy |  Steve CuevasExecutive Vice President, Legal Affairs - Ultra Safe Nuclear |
 Rick SpringmanSVP, International Projects - Holtec International |  Simon IrishPresident & CEO - Terrestrial Energy |  Jeff WhittPresident - Framatome Government Solutions |
 Pam Gorman ProchaskaDirector, Nuclear Regulatory Policy - Xcel Energy |  Kurt SchererManaging Partner - C5 Capital |  Glenn NeisesNuclear Director - Burns & McDonnell |
 Corey McDanielNorthwest Regional Manager - Kiewit Nuclear Solutions |  Mike ScottManaging Partner - Pelican Energy Partners |  Michael BeckManaging Director - Plutus Capital (SK Inc.) |
 Ana BirchallSpecial Envoy for Strategic and International Affairs - Nuclearelectrica - Romania |  Peter HastingsVice President Regulatory Affairs and Quality - Kairos Power |  Michael MazzolaExecutive Director - EPIC - UNC Charlotte |
 Lindsey WalterDirector of International Policy - Third Way |  Clayton ScottExecutive Vice President, Business Development - NuScale Power |  James E. RuggPresident - Atkins Nuclear Secured |
 David VannierChief Government Affairs Officer - newcleo |  Amar JollyGlobal Director, Nuclear - Hatch |  Steve ChengelisDirector Research & Development, Future Nuclear - EPRI |
 Matt DrydenV.P. Business Development - Bloom Energy |  Rusty TowellDirector of NEXT Lab - Abilene Christian University |  Ron FaibishSenior Director of Strategic Development - General Atomics |
 Andrew MaxwellSenior Nuclear Expert - Clean Air Task Force |  Pawel LuzakEconomic Officer - Embassy of the Republic of Poland |  Brian CoombeManager, Nuclear Business Development - Bechtel, Inc. |
 Jeff MerrifieldChairman, USNIC Advanced Nuclear Working Group; Partner, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman |  Michael CaronPresident - National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners |  Jeremy HarrellChief Strategy Officer - ClearPath |
 Todd AbrajanoPresident & CEO - U.S. Nuclear Industry Council |
SPONSORSHIP & EXHIBITOR OPPORTUNITIES
The AR Summit Technology Showcase includes a platform for innovators to present, discuss and display new and developing technology to attendees as part of the Advanced Reactors Summit X. This is your chance to showcase technology that your company or organization is using or developing to top executives, policymakers, and thought leaders within the nuclear industry. During key networking times, you will be able to showcase your company's technology and services to a captive audience of hundreds of key industry and government leaders, allowing you to expand your reach, interact with top executives, and leave with key information and networking to move your initiatives forward.
Please Note: Limited space is available for this exclusive showcase opportunity; be sure to secure your space soon!
For more information on the Technology Trailblazers Showcase at the Advanced Reactors Summit X, please contact Caleb Ward at caleb.ward@usnic.org or (202) 270-1690 or click on the button below for our Sponsorship & Showcase prospectus.
ADVANCE AGENDA TOPICS
Keynotes:
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U.S. Department of Energy Perspective
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U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Initiatives
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International Arena Perspective
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Industry CEO Perspective
Landscape:
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International Opportunities for U.S. Nuclear Exports
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Enabling U.S. Exports
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Utility Deployment of Advanced Reactors
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Advanced Reactors Progress & Challenges – Achieving Success Requires Fuel, Final Design, and Customers
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Setting the Regulatory Stage
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Building the Next Generation of Nuclear Reactors
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Deployment of Hydrogen Production with Nuclear to Decarbonize the Non-Electric Industry
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Planning for Carbon-Free Energy
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Nuclear Generation as an Element of an Integrated Energy Grid
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Moving to Deployment
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International Deployment of Nuclear Generation
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Industrial Uses of Nuclear Energy
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Nuclear Supply Chain for Advanced Nuclear
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Maritime Deployment of Nuclear
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U.S. Department of Defense Pele Program Update
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Financing of Advanced Nuclear
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Advance Program
Tuesday, June 20 - Welcome Reception
Cloud Bar – Sheraton / Le Meridien Hotel Charlotte
8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Wednesday, June 21 - Plenary and Trailblazer Awards Reception
Day 1 Plenary - Sheraton / Le Meridien Hotel Charlotte
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Trailblazer Awards Reception - NASCAR Hall of Fame
6:00 pm -7:30 pm
Thursday, June 22 - Plenary
Day 2 Plenary - Sheraton / Le Meridien Hotel Charlotte
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday, June 23 - Optional Tours
Day 3 Tour - 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM – Sheraton Lobby
Friday's Optional Tour will consist of site visits to the Energy Production & Infrastructure Center at UNC Charlotte; Electric Power Research Institute; and Siemens' Charlotte Advanced Technology Collaboration Hub (CATCH). The bus will depart the Sheraton Hotel at 8:30 AM and return to the Sheraton around 4:30 PM. Lunch will be provided. Advance registration is required.
Please note that if you are not a U.S. citizen you will need additional security screening prior to the tour.
Energy Production & Infrastructure Center at UNC Charlotte
The Energy Production and Infrastructure Center (EPIC) at UNC Charlotte was formed in response to the need from industry to supply highly trained engineers qualified to meet the demands of the energy industry – through traditional and continuing education, and provide sustainable support the Carolina energy industry by increasing capacity and support for applied research. EPIC is a highly collaborative industry/education partnership that produces a technical workforce, advancements in technology for the global energy industry while supporting the Carolinas' multi-state economic and energy security.
Electric Power Research Institute
Founded in 1972, EPRI is the world's preeminent independent, non-profit energy research and development organization, with offices around the world. EPRI's trusted experts collaborate with more than 450 companies in 45 countries, driving innovation to ensure the public has clean, safe, reliable, affordable, and equitable access to electricity across the globe. Explore EPRI’s research across the Nuclear, Generation, and Power Delivery and Utilization sectors ranging from decarbonization to grid modernization to low carbon resources.
Siemens Charlotte Energy Hub
The Siemens Charlotte Energy Hub is the company’s worldwide hub for 60 Hz power generating equipment. Opened in 1969, the facility has manufactured and serviced generators and steam turbines for the power generation market for decades. In November 2011, the facility celebrated the opening of a new expansion, adding gas turbine production and service capabilities. The new Gas Turbine facility was designed based on LEAN manufacturing principles and certified for U.S. LEED Gold green building standards, making it the most advanced gas turbine production plant in operation. The expansion represents a $350 million total investment in Charlotte, adding 1,000 jobs. With its current workforce of 1,500 and more than one million square feet of space under roof, Siemens Energy in Charlotte has become the largest manufacturer in the city and the second largest among the 250+ Energy companies based in Charlotte.
