ENERGIZE Retreat
Step away from daily pressures and immerse yourself in human-centered learning that cultivates confidence, empathy, and emotional intelligence.
Recharge, reconnect, and practice purposeful leadership
ENERGIZE is a one-day immersive leadership retreat designed to help utility leaders step away from the daily grind, reconnect with their purpose, and develop the human skills that drive authentic transformation.
Why it matters
Utility leaders face unprecedented pressure - balancing safety, affordability, reliability, and lives. The weight of these decisions can feel isolating. ENERGIZE creates a trusted space where leaders can speak honestly about challenges, share experiences, and build resilience together.
The experience
Through guided activities, peer conversations, and expert-led sessions, you'll explore what it means to lead "powerfully human." From morning movement through historic New Orleans to evening reflections with fellow leaders, every moment is designed for connection and growth.
Outcomes
Leave ENERGIZE with renewed clarity on your leadership purpose, practical tools for navigating complexity with confidence, and a strengthened network of peers who understand the unique challenges of utility leadership.
Built for utility leaders ready to grow
Executive & senior leaders
CEOs, COOs, CIOs, CTOs, CFOs, and VPs responsible for enterprise strategy, transformation, and public accountability
Customer, communications & experience leaders
Professionals shaping customer trust, affordability strategies, and public-facing decisions
Technology, digital & innovation leaders
Leaders integrating AI and data-driven tools while ensuring human judgment and ethics remain central
Operations & field leadership
Leaders responsible for reliability, safety, emergency response, and real-time operational decisions
People, culture & change leaders
HR, organizational effectiveness, DEI, and change leaders strengthening workforce resilience
Two days of transformative learning
Through hands-on activities, peer collaboration, and expert-led sessions designed to maximize learning and impact.
Day 1 | Connect & Align
RADIATE Participant & Mentor Workshop
Engage in an interactive full-day session designed to foster meaningful guidance, collaboration, and personal growth between mentors and participants.
Welcome Dinner
Enjoy a relaxed evening gathering to connect with fellow attendees, network, and kick off the retreat over local cuisine.
Day 2 | Transform & Celebrate
Morning Activity Choice: Running Tour of New Orleans OR Self-Defense Course on the Patio
Participate in your choice of an energizing morning run through historic streets of New Orleans or an empowering self-defense skill-building session on the patio.
ENERGIZE Retreat Sessions
Explore core principles of emotional intelligence, confidence building, and human-centered leadership through structured morning workshops.
Lunch & Community Impact Project
Share a midday meal while contributing to a hands-on collaborative activity that directly supports the local New Orleans community.
ENERGIZE Sessions
Dive into an afternoon of immersive exercises designed to sharpen empathy, build resilience, and unlock actionable personal growth.
Offsite Dinner Celebration
Celebrate retreat achievements and foster lasting relationships during a festive evening dinner hosted at a premier local venue.
ENERGIZE 2026 highlights
Travel & accommodations
Venue & Hotel
Kimpton Hotel Fontenot
501 Tchoupitoulas St, New Orleans, LA 70130
A vibrant boutique hotel in downtown New Orleans, offering comfort, Southern hospitality, and easy access to the city's renowned food, music, and culture.
Airport Information
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
Direct flights available from most major U.S. cities. The airport offers convenient access to downtown New Orleans.
Ground Transportation
Rideshare services (Uber/Lyft) are readily available from the airport. The hotel is located in walkable downtown New Orleans.
Attire & dress code
ENERGIZE is a relaxed leadership retreat. We encourage business casual attire throughout the event.
Ready to ENERGIZE your leadership?
Join utility leaders from across the industry for two days of connection, growth, and renewed purpose.