Biography
With over two decades of experience in science, energy, policy, and politics, Andrew has been at the forefront of discussions surrounding sustainable energy security and addressing climate change.
Since 2021, Andrew has been the founding CEO of the Fusion Industry Association, providing strategic direction and advocating for fusion energy through direct action. Prior to his time at the FIA, he was active in policy discussions about energy security, Arctic policy, climate security, and water resources at high-profile events around the world.
As an expert in energy policy and international strategy, previously worked for the American Security Project and on Capitol Hill for Senator Chuck Hagel.
Andrew holds a MSc. in International Strategy and Economics from the University of St. Andrews and is a member of the International Institute for Strategic Studies.
He lives with his family in Alexandria, VA.
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January 15, 2026
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State of the Energy Industry Forum
The State of the Energy Industry Forum is USEA’s premier annual gathering of energy leaders and policymakers, convening CEOs of Washington’s leading energy trade associations to set the agenda for the year ahead. Featuring a high-level keynote conversation with Secretary Chris Wright and dynamic sessions on energy security, affordability, supply chains, permitting reform, and innovation, this forum delivers timely insights and actionable perspectives at a pivotal moment for the U.S. energy sector. For energy industry and policy professionals, this is the room where priorities align, and the future takes shape.
REGISTRATION IS CLOSED.
This event is IN PERSON and will NOT be live-streamed.
Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center
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January 23, 2025
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Annual State of the Energy Industry Forum & Networking Reception
10:30 AM – 10:35 AM: Welcome Remarks
Mark W. Menezes, President & CEO, United States Energy Association
10:40 AM – 11:40 AM: Collaborating for a Resilient Future: CEOs from diverse energy backgrounds discuss how different sectors can work together to strengthen energy resilience.
Moderator: Mark W. Menezes, President & CEO, United States Energy Association
Karen Harbert, President & CEO, American Gas Association (AGA)
Maria Korsnick, President & CEO, Nuclear Energy Institute (NEI)
Arshad Mansoor, President & CEO, Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI)
Mike Sommers, President & CEO, American Petroleum Institute (API)
Jason Grumet, CEO, American Clean Power (ACP)
11:45 AM – 12:45 PM: Ensuring Energy Security: Energy experts explore the intersection of energy independence, security, and policy in a complex global environment.
Moderator: Mark W. Menezes, President & CEO, United States Energy Association
Dena Wiggins, President & CEO, Natural Gas Supply Association (NGSA)
Abigail Ross Hopper, President & CEO, Solar Energy Industry Association (SEIA)
Alex Herrgott, President & CEO, The Permitting Institute
Fred Hutchison, President & CEO, LNG Allies
12:45 PM – 1:15 PM: Lunchtime Message from the Edison Electric Institute (EEI)
Pat Vincent-Collawn, Interim President & CEO, Edison Electric Institute (EEI)
1:20 PM – 2:20 PM: Affordable and Reliable Energy: Industry leaders examine solutions to balance affordability, reliability, and sustainability.
Moderator: Mark W. Menezes, President & CEO, United States Energy Association
Michelle Bloodworth, President & CEO, America’s Power
Malcolm Woolf, President & CEO, National Hydropower Association (NHA)
Tony Clark, Executive Director, National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC)
Todd Snitchler, President & CEO, Electric Power Supply Association (EPSA)
2:25 PM – 3:25 PM: Strengthening Supply Chains: A diverse set of experts discuss strategies to enhance supply chain resilience ensure reliable energy delivery.
Moderator: Mark W. Menezes, President & CEO, United States Energy Association
Andy Black, President & CEO, Liquid Energy Pipeline Association
Debra Phillips, President & CEO, National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)
Tom Falcone, President & CEO, Large Public Power Council (LPPC)
Rich Powell, President & CEO, Clean Energy Buyers Association (CEBA)
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM: Innovating for Tomorrow: Thought leaders highlight technological advancements and policy changes crucial to accelerating energy innovation.
Moderator: Mark W. Menezes, President & CEO, United States Energy Association
Paula R. Glover, President, Alliance to Save Energy
Frank Wolak, President & CEO, Fuel Cell & Hydrogen Energy Association (FCHEA)
Sheri Givens, President & CEO, Smart Electric Power Alliance (SEPA)
Andrew Holland, President & CEO, Fusion Industry Association (FIA)
Carlos Koeneke, Chair, Gas Turbine Association
4:35 PM – 4:45 PM: Closing Remarks
Mark W. Menezes, President & CEO, United States Energy Association
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM: Networking Reception
Washington, District of Columbia
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July 10, 2024
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July Virtual Press Briefing: Electron Renaissance: A Rebirth of Invention in the Energy Space
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A whole suite of new technologies is headed for the electric space in an Electron Renaissance. Within the next decade, these new technologies will begin to be felt —some with major impact.
The United States Energy Association will take a hard look at these upending developments at its next virtual press briefing on Wednesday, July 10 at 11 a.m. EDT.
The format for these monthly press conferences on the air is simple: A panel of senior journalists interviews a panel of experts in a collegial atmosphere. The object is to disseminate knowledge to the media and the public. While we aim to give reporters something they can write that day, we also seek to inform them for future articles. The briefings are free, open to the public, and viewers may submit questions. They are organized and hosted by veteran writer and broadcaster Llewellyn King. Mark Menezes, USEA president and CEO, and former DOE deputy secretary, welcomes participants and is on hand to add his expertise.
These are the critical, evolving areas which will be examined at the briefing:
Many battery varieties which are about to make an impact.
Fusion companies which have collectively secured nearly $6.2 billion in private funding, along with additional grants from governments, and which hope to ship their first commercial reactors within a decade.
New connectors which look to transform the grid.
New ways of using natural gas without traditional carbon-releasing combustion.
Small modular reactors which are about ready for deployment.
Power electronics.
The experts to date are:
Charles Bayless, Director, TS Conductor
John Howes, Principal, Redland Energy Group
Andrew Holland, CEO, Fusion Industry Association
Arvin Ganesan, CEO, Fourth Power
Alan Ahn, Deputy Director for Nuclear, Third Way
Ashley Smith, Chief Technology and Innovation Officer, AES Corporation
Akash Patel, CFO, NET Power
The reporters to date are:
Jennifer Hiller, The Wall Street Journal
Ken Silverstein, Forbes
Peter Behr, E&E News
Markham Hislop, Energi (Canada)
K Kaufmann, RTO Insider
Matt Chester, Energy Central
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