The USMA Conference is an annual gathering of electric utilities and their providers.
The Utility Supply Management Alliance convenes electric utilities and their providers on an annual basis. Over the course of this two-and-a-half-day event, participants can expect a rich exchange of knowledge, ample networking opportunities, and a chance to rejuvenate professionally. Once again, the schedule is brimming with highly skilled speakers and cutting-edge topics. Anticipating another year of full attendance, we encourage early registration to secure your spot. Please note that registration will close once the maximum seating capacity has been reached.
I am excited to extend a warm invitation to you for the upcoming Utility Supply Chain Management Association (USMA) Conference, taking place from May 19 to May 22, 2024, in the sun-kissed city of Scottsdale, Arizona. As the premier conference for the electric utility supply chain, this event promises to be a unique opportunity to address the challenges we face in our ever-evolving industry. Continuing Supply Chain Challenges: The past few years have presented unprecedented supply chain challenges, and the USMA Conference offers a platform to discuss and strategize ways to mitigate these issues...
This conference is committed to providing an educational-based platform designed to give concrete practices attendees can apply to supply management.
Please note that the Westin Kierland Resort will serve as the official host hotel for the conference. It will also be where all conference sessions will take place. Once you have completed your conference registration, you will find a hotel link at the end of the registration process. Please be aware that in order to benefit from the discounted rate, you must be a registered participant.
Schedule overview for travel planning (all events will be held at the Westin Kierland Resort):
May 19, 2023
7:00 am – optional 5K Run/Walk and breakfast (separate fee)
7:30 am – optional Charity Golf Tournament (separate fee)
4:30 pm – First Time participants reception
5:00 pm – Welcome Reception (ends at 6:00 pm)
May 20, 2023
7:15 am – Delegate Breakfast
8:00 am – General Session
11:30 am – Delegate Lunch
1:00 pm, 2:30 pm & 3:45 pm – Concurrent Sessions
6:00 – 9:00 pm – Monday Night Event
May 21
7:15 am – Delegate Breakfast
8:00 am – General Session
11:30 am – Delegate Lunch
1:30 pm, 2:30 pm – Town Hall Meetings
3:30 – 5:30 pm – Supplier Networking Event
No planned evening activity
May 22, 2023
7:15 am – Delegate Breakfast
8:00 am – General Session
10:00 am – End of Conference
Interested in what a USMA conference is like? This video captures some of the highlights. Whether it’s topical high-profile general session speakers, informative break-out sessions, the annual golf tournament or other activities, our conferences are fun fulled, energy packed events.
USMA was established 26 years ago to be the premier alliance of utilities and suppliers in supply chain management for a competitive environment.
To reduce overall supply chain costs by providing a progressive forum for utilities and suppliers
To demonstrate aggressive and responsible leadership, responsiveness to customer needs, and continuous improvement in supply chain management.
To improve service and profitability of utilities and suppliers.
USMA continues its mission of providing sessions focused on delivering value you can take home and apply to keep your supply chain safe and reliable.
USMA continues its mission of providing sessions focused on delivering value you can take home and apply to keep your supply chain safe and reliable.
USMA Policy on Private Events
The Utility Supply Management Alliance does not allow private events to be held during scheduled conference sessions and social functions. Private events may be held outside of regular conference hours. Events should be kept small. The USMA logo and name may not be used without written permission from the Utility Supply Management Alliance.
Please do not send mass emails to conference participants prior to and during the conference.
Notice of Right to Cancel – The USMA has the right to cancel this event in the unforeseen situation that the USMA Conference could not be held due to the occurrence of any circumstance beyond its control – such as acts of God, war, government regulations, disaster, strikes, civil disorder, curtailment of transportation facilities or a widespread health or safety emergency. If the event were to be cancelled notice would be sent to all registered participants and noted on the USMA website. USMA would not be responsible for any penalties for canceling travel or conference related arrangements.