
ARRIVAL INFORMATION
Plan on arriving Monday for an evening reception that begins at 5:30 p.m. CT. Our last conference session will conclude on Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. CT. If you are participating in the HP Certification Course, it will conclude on Thursday at 4:00 p.m. CT.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
We’re excited to offer exclusive discounted rates at The Westin Riverwalk for attendees of HPAC 2025. This special arrangement is designed to make your trip both affordable and enjoyable.
Booking through our designated room block not only ensures you receive the best value but also supports efforts to reduce additional costs, allowing us to provide an enhanced experience for all participants. Secure your stay early to take advantage of these exceptional rates.
Room Rate: $272 (with tax)
Government rated rooms are limited, so book now!
AGENDA
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10:00-Until Complete - Sponsors Booth Setup
2:00 – 5:00 PM Conference Registration
5:30 – 8:00 PM Conference Welcome Reception
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7:00 – 8:00 AM Registration and Breakfast
8:00 – 8:05 AM Logistics, Safety, and How to Get the Most From the Next Two Days - KnowledgeVine Staff
8:10 - 8:20 AM The Data, Science, and Application of Human and Organizational Performance - David Bowman - KnowledgeVine
8:20 - 8:30 AM From HU, to HP, to HOP: The Evolution of Changing Culture - Dr. James Merlo - KnowledgeVine
8:35 - 9:15 AM How Standardization Impacts Human Error - Andrew Dingee - System Safety
9:20 - 10:00 AM Effective Networking for Energy Professionals - Rachel Williams - Tetratech
10:00 - 10:15 AM Break & Networking
10:15 - 10:55 AM Not Your Grandad’s FR. The Role & Evolution of AR/FR PPE in the Workplace - Chris Martin and Sammy Dobbs- GlenGuard
11:00 - 11:35 AM Improving Content Retention in Training & Learning - Felicia Bowins, Summer Cozzens, and Henry Mast - Index AR
11:40 - 12:00 PM Effective HOP Training (Practical Example) - Sam Reno - BHE Renewals
12:00 - 12: 10 PM Breakdown on the Breakouts - HPAC Breakout Leaders
12:10 – 1:00PM Lunch
1:00 – 5:00 PM Breakout Sessions
5:30 – 7:30 PM Evening Reception
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7:00 – 8:00 AM Breakfast
8:00 – 8:05 AM Logistics & Safety - Dr. James Merlo - KnowledgeVine
8:05 - 8:55 AM LCRA’s HPI Journey of Learning Improving and Preventing - Stacey Hefner - LCRA
8:55 - 9:25 AM Ergonomics, Physiology, and Injury Prevention - Dr. Reuben Burch - Mississippi State University
9:25 - 10:05 AM Risk Mitigation through Behavior and Culture: A Framework of Risk Awareness for Mission Excellence and High Consequence Events Prevention - Amanda Jimenez, and Dr. Thomas Monroe - Systems Planning and Analysis
10:05 - 10:25 AM Break & Networking
10:30 - 11:10 AM Human Performance Digitized - Brian Doubinin- 3DInternet
11:10 - 11:40 AM Empowering a Culture of Excellence - David Costello - SEL (Retired)
11:40 - 12:10 PM Human Performance in Action - Sammy Dobbs and Chris Martin - Glen Raven Material Solutions Group
12:10 - 1:00 PM Lunch
1:00 - 4:30 PM Breakout Sessions
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