Conference
APPA Business & Financial Conference
Baker Tilly is proud to support public power utilities as a Signature sponsor and exhibitor at the American Public Power Association’s Business & Financial Conference 2025. We invite you to attend our speaking sessions and visit our exhibit booth #20 to engage with our power and utilities specialists, exchange strategies, and chart your path for future success.
To view the agenda, click here.
Pre-conference seminar: Staying current in public utility accounting
Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025
1:30-5:00 p.m.
Speakers: Bethany Ryers and Dan La Haye
Our session will review the new GASB standards, the applicability of regulatory accounting, and how to share this information with your governing body. Hear from industry professionals on navigating upcoming changes to accounting standards and discover practical guidance and strategies to strengthen your public utility accounting practices.
Creating effective finance, investment, and audit committees
Monday, Sept. 8, 2025
1:30-2:45 p.m.
Speaker: Julie Desimone
Review practices to enhance your utility's finance, investment, and audit committees. Walk through the various roles, responsibilities, relationships, and decision-making models to clarify expectations and outcomes for your committee members. Discuss how key performance indicators can demonstrate how resources were used to meet your organization's objectives.
