May

04-05

Human Resources (May 04-05)

This semi-annual program provides a roundtable opportunity for human resource leadership to address contemporary, strategic issues in human resource management. Regardless of company size or structure, energy industry human resource professionals face complex challenges related to recruitment and retention, employee assessment and training, succession planning and maintaining safe and compliant business practices. The program considers strategic inclusions such as collective bargaining agreements, benefits, employee diversity, performance management, compensation policies and change management.

General Details

  • Program Chair(s)
  • Sarah Griffin, Vice President, Human Resources, Idaho Power

    • Program Location
    • Idaho Power Company
    • 1221 W. Idaho Street, Boise, ID 83702
    • Who Should Attend
    • Participation is restricted to senior leaders responsible for management of human resources functions at WEI energy member companies. The small size of this program encourages open discourse, problem-solving and long-term relationship building.

  • Registration Options
  • Member: $499 USD

    Registration includes digital materials and access to all event sessions and meals listed on the agenda.

  • General Cancellation Policy
  • Due to contractual obligations, cancellations received 15 business days prior to the program will receive a full refund. Cancellations received 6 to 14 business days prior to the event will receive a refund, less a $100 administrative fee. No shows and last minute cancellations, 5 business days prior to the event or less, will be responsible for the full registration fee. Substitutions from your organization for the same event are always welcome.
  • Participation Policy
  • Western Energy Institute programs and events are open to energy companies (including gas production and electric generation, gas and electric transmission and gas and electric distribution utilities). Select programs and events are open to energy industry product and service suppliers. Programs and events are closed to all media representatives and to the general public. Recording is not permitted for any portion of the event.
  • For more information contact Karen Himes, Program Manager + Member Engagement Specialist at (971) 303-1585.

Agenda

Thursday, May 4, 2023

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Registration + Networking

1:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Welcome + Introductions
Facilitator(s): Sarah Griffin, Vice President, Human Resources, Idaho Power Company

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Successes, Current Challenges, Opportunities Roundtable
Facilitator(s): Sarah Griffin, Vice President, Human Resources, Idaho Power Company

Attendees should be prepared to share Successes, Current Challenges + Opportunities

3:00 PM - 3:15 PM

Networking Break

3:15 PM - 5:00 PM

Building Unified Teams
Speaker(s): Sean Gatfield, Human Resources Leader, Talent Acquisition & Development, Idaho Power Company, Lindsey Fow, Senior Human Resources Professional, Idaho Power Company

Sharing personal stories can be a powerful tool in building the foundation of an inclusive culture, while making teams feel more connected. Idaho Power will lead a “Building Unified Teams” session, which will be both informative and help build stronger relationships within the CHRO group.

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Hosted Networking Dinner

Friday, May 5, 2023

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Hosted Networking Breakfast

Onsite at Idaho Power

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Leadership Development Roundtable Discussion
Facilitator(s): Jodi Ziemathis, Vice President, Human Resources, California ISO

Alignment: leaders and recognition, big picture, out of the weeds, succession planning. Attendees should be prepared to share.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Networking Break

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Data Analytics: Strategic Opportunities
Facilitator(s): Janette Piankoff, Director, OD, San Diego Gas & Electric Company

In this session, we will share insights on current HR data analytic capabilities, mitigating challenges, and opportunities to leverage data to enhance HR strategy.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Hosted Networking Lunch + Fall Planning

Hotel + Travel

  • Reservation Instructions
  • Please contact the hotel directly at (208) 991-5275 to reserve your room. Identify yourself as being with Western Energy Institute (WEI) to receive a special rate of $199 USD/night. This rate is guaranteed until April 7, 2023 or until the WEI room block is full.

Meet The Speakers

Sarah Griffin

Idaho Power Company

Vice President, Human Resources
Learn More

Sarah E. Griffin was named Vice President, Human Resources in October 2019. Previously, she was Human Resources Director and Human Resources Manager for Idaho Power. She oversees all aspects of Human Resources, including compensation, benefits, employee relations, diversity, talent and organizational development, employee engagement and succession planning.

Griffin has been in Human Resources since 1995 and with Idaho Power since 2007. Prior to Idaho Power, Griffin worked in various human resources roles at Boise Cascade, Delta Dental of Idaho, Thoratec Corporation and NPS Pharmaceuticals.

Griffin has her Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Utah and her Master of Business Administration degree from Boise State University.

In February 2017, Gov. Butch Otter appointed Griffin to the Idaho Personnel Commission. She also serves on various councils promoting workforce development and a diverse talent pipeline in Idaho.

Jodi Ziemathis

California ISO

Vice President, Human Resources

Sean Gatfield

Idaho Power Company

Human Resources Leader, Talent Acquisition & Development

Lindsey Fow

Idaho Power Company

Senior Human Resources Professional

Janette Piankoff

San Diego Gas & Electric Company

Director, OD
Learn More

Dr. Janette Piankoff, Director of Organizational Effectiveness at SDG&E, has over 25 years of HR and Organizational Development experience.

She has worked for large public companies, internet start-ups, small family-owned businesses and her own leadership consulting organization. While well-versed in the HR Generalist function, her expertise and passion lies in Organization Development including Executive Leadership Assessment and Development.

Dr. Piankoff has worked for the Sempra family of companies for over 15 years. In her current role, she is responsible for Organizational Effectiveness including Organization Development and People Research for SDG&E.

Dr. Piankoff holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in I/O Psychology from San Francisco State University and Masters of Arts and Ph.D. degrees in I/O Psychology from California School of Professional Psychology in San Diego.

She is a member of SIOP and has served on numerous boards in the San Diego area.

A native Californian, Janette has been living in San Diego for 25 years.