2025 Q1/2 Talent and Compensation Committee Meeting
2025-04-30 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | ReliabilityFirst, 3 Summit Park Dr #600, Independence, OH, 44131, United States
2025 Q1-2 Schedule of Events
2025-04-30 Talent and Compensation Agenda

2025 Q1/2 Risk and Compliance Committee Meeting
2025-04-30 13:00 - 15:00 | ReliabilityFirst, 3 Summit Park Dr #600, Independence, OH, 44131, United States
2025 Q1-2 Schedule of Events
2025-04-30 Risk and Compliance Agenda

2025 Q1/2 Finance and Audit Committee Meeting
2025-04-30 15:10 - 17:10 | ReliabilityFirst, 3 Summit Park Dr #600, Independence, OH, 44131, United States
2025 Q1-2 Schedule of Events
2025-04-30 Finance and Audit Agenda

2025 Q1/2 Nominating and Governance Committee Meeting
2025-04-30 15:10 - 17:10 | ReliabilityFirst, 3 Summit Park Dr #600, Independence, OH, 44131, United States
2025 Q1-2 Schedule of Events
2025-04-30 Nominating and Governance Agenda

2025 Q1/2 Board of Directors Meeting
2025-05-01 08:00 - 14:00 | ReliabilityFirst, 3 Summit Park Dr #600, Independence, OH, 44131, United States
2025 Q1-2 Schedule of Events
2025-05-01 Board of Directors Agenda

Technical Talk with RF
2025-05-27 08:30 - 10:00 | Virtual (Webex)
Event details
Join link: https://reliabilityfirst.webex.com/reliabilityfirst/j.php?MTID=m6f326c56ba425fae97a4aefde4ca35a5
Meeting number: 2316 464 8125
Meeting password: [REDACTED] (0123456 when dialing from a phone or video system)
Join by phone:1-650-479-3207 Call-in toll number (US/Canada)
Access code: 231 646 48125
Agenda
NERC Reliability Standard compliance abeyance period overview
Lonnie Ratliff, Director of Compliance Assurance and Certification, NERC
Lonnie Ratliff will provide an overview of how the compliance abeyance period will be implemented across the Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement Program (CMEP) process. This is a recently introduced aspect of the CMEP process and will be applicable starting with EOP-012-3 R1 Part 1.1.
An interactive look at how renewable generation impacts Power Systems Operation
Bill Smith, President, Powersmiths International, Inc.
Bill Smith will be discussing the impact of renewable generation on Power Systems Operation through a simulated OPS-X exercise, an interactive training tool developed by his company, Powersmiths International.
Reference Materials
Tech Talk with RF – May 2025
NERC Reliability Standard compliance abeyance period overview presentation recording
An interactive look at how renewable generation impacts Power Systems Operation presentation recording

Technical Talk with RF
2025-06-16 14:00 - 15:30 | Virtual (Webex)
Event details
Join link: https://reliabilityfirst.webex.com/reliabilityfirst/j.php?MTID=m19c97d2c26b321c56a829147b8cad1a6
Meeting number: 2313 873 9270
Meeting password: [REDACTED] (0123456 when dialing from a phone or video system)
Join by phone:1-650-479-3207 Call-in toll number (US/Canada)
Access code: 231 387 39270
Agenda
Power grid disturbance case studies
Courtney Fasca, Senior Reliability Consultant, External Affairs, RF
Courtney Fasca will be presenting on two international case studies – Germany’s 2022/2023 energy crisis and Sri Lanka’s blackouts, including the most recent in February 2025. Courtney will recap what led to these events and discuss lessons learned: how to prevent this, how they are mitigating the problem, and how we can learn from this in the U.S.
Navigating the increasing penetration of IBRs: Challenges with modeling and BES stability
Parimal Saraf, Principal Engineer – Planning, Engineering & System Performance, RF
Parimal Saraf will discuss the challenges associated with the increasing share of inverter-based resources (IBRs) in the electric generation resource mix, focusing on both current and projected trends within the RF footprint. The presentation will explore key considerations in IBR modeling and study requirements, significance of system strength, and implications for Bulk Electric System (BES) stability.
Reference Materials
Tech Talk with RF – June 2025

Technical Talk with RF
2025-07-21 14:00 - 15:30 | Virtual (Webex)
ReliabilityFirst (RF) offers a regularly scheduled monthly call to provide entities and stakeholders with a forum for addressing topics and questions relevant to reliability, resilience and security.
While RF Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) will provide presentations and updates, they will not address entity-specific questions and issues. These types of questions can be handled offline by using the RF Assist Visit program. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mike Hughes, Entity Engagement Manager, 216-503-0617.
Event Information
July 2025 Technical Talk with RF
Monday, July 21, 2025, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. ET
Join link: https://reliabilityfirst.webex.com/reliabilityfirst/j.php?MTID=m0a185e8a9d7e8b11845df72a43c3c76c
Meeting number: 2306 095 8550
Meeting password: [REDACTED] (0123456 when dialing from a phone or video system)
Join by phone: 1-650-479-3207 Call-in toll number (US/Canada)
Access code: 230 609 58550
Please join us on Slido.com using #TechTalkRF as the event code.
Agenda
Winterization site visit best practices and insights
Brian Zechman, General Manager, Hamilton Liberty Power Plant
John Wolff, Senior Lead Engineer, Generation, PJM
Brian Zechman, who is the general manager at Hamilton Liberty Power Plant, located in northeastern Pennsylvania, will share his organization’s experience with RF’s power plant winterization site visit program, including best practices for winterization. PJM began collaborating with RF during the 2023/2024 winter season for winter readiness site visits and PJM Senior Lead Engineer, Generation, John Wolff will also share insights from this program.
NERC Modernization of Standards Processes and Procedures
Matt Holtz, Vice President, Transmission Operations, Invenergy
Todd Bennett, Managing Director Reliability Compliance & Audit Services, Associated Electric Cooperative Inc.
Matt Holtz and Todd Bennett, who serve on the NERC Modernization of Standards Processes and Procedures Task Force (MSPPTF), will provide an overview of this new initiative. The MSPPTF will develop recommendations to transform and modernize the current processes and procedures for standards development to improve both effectiveness and efficiency, from risk identification and prioritization to implementation.
Reference Materials
Tech Talk with RF – July 2025
Winterization Best Practices Presentation Recording
RF 2024-25 Cold Weather Winterization After Action Report

Protection System Workshop
2025-08-06 09:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Mark your calendar for RF’s 11th Annual Protection System Workshop on Aug. 6, 2025, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. ET. This event will be held virtually via Webex. There is no fee to attend this workshop and it is open to anyone interested.
Click here to register.
Intended Audience
The ideas, suggestions and stories shared during this highly interactive, free event are especially relevant for:

Substation and Transmission Maintenance personnel
Protection and Controls experts
Operations Control Rooms, including tools support personnel for EMS, SCADA, etc.
Asset Design Groups (substation and transmission)

Agenda

Presentation
Presenter
Time (Eastern)

Welcome and introductions
Johnny Gest, ReliabilityFirst
9:00 – 9:05 AM

Why we are here
Thomas Teafatiller, ReliabilityFirst
9:05 – 9:35 AM

Application of large language models for protection relay settings configuration
Tapas Barik, EPRI
9:35 – 10:05 AM

Comparative analysis of transmission lines falling conductor protection
Matthew Leyba, GE Vernova
10:05 – 10:35 AM

Comparing ride-through requirements for IBRs in NERC Reliability Standard PRC-029 and IEEE std 2800-2022
Manish Patel, Silicon Ranch
10:35 – 11:05 AM

Break – 15 Minutes

Virtualization of protection systems in distribution design, implementation, and performance testing
Alexandr Stinskiy, Siemens
11:20 – 11:50 AM

A novel underfrequency load-shedding solution to avoid blackouts under low system inertia conditions
Kevin Jones, Xcel Energy
11:50 AM – 12:20 PM

Renewable energy protection PRC-029 ride through
Dan Ransom, GE Vernova
12:20 – 12:50 PM

Wrap-up and closing remarks
Thomas Teafatiller, ReliabilityFirst
12:50 PM

If you have any questions, please contact Thomas Teafatiller, Principal Engineer – Protection, Engineering & System Performance, or John Idzior, Principal Engineer – Reliability, Engineering & System Performance.

Human Performance Workshop
2025-08-07 09:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Mark your calendar for RF’s 8th Annual Human Performance Workshop on Aug. 7, 2025, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. ET. This event will be held virtually via Webex. There is no fee to attend this workshop and it is open to anyone interested.
Click here to register.
Intended Audience
The ideas, suggestions and stories shared during this highly interactive, free event are especially relevant for:

Human Resource Professionals
Asset Management Groups
Internal Control Champions and Specialists
Company Trainers
Leadership and others interested in these topics
Substation and Transmission Maintenance personnel
Protection and Controls experts
Operations Control Rooms, including tools support personnel for EMS, SCADA, etc.
Asset Design Groups (substation and transmission)

Agenda

Presentation
Presenter
Time (Eastern)

Welcome and introductions
John Idzior, ReliabilityFirst
9:00 – 9:05 AM

Human Performance metrics & Why we are here
Johnny Gest, ReliabilityFirst
9:05 – 9:35 AM

Using AI to improve safety communication and leadership in the field
Barry Nelson, FactorLab
9:35 – 10:20 AM

Reducing injury and preserving the industrial athlete
Dr. James Weinstein, Mississippi State University
10:20 – 11:05 AM

Break – 15 Minutes

Improving content retention in training & learning
Felicia Bowins, Hank Mast, Index AR Solutions
11:20 AM – 12:00 PM

The culture of performance
LaRhonda Julien, Georgia Transmission
12:00 – 12:45 PM

Closing remarks
John Idzior, ReliabilityFirst
12:45 PM

If you have any questions, please contact John Idzior, Principal Engineer – Reliability, Engineering & System Performance. or Thomas Teafatiller, Principal Engineer – Protection, Engineering & System Performance.

Technical Talk with RF
2025-08-18 14:00 - 15:30 | Virtual (Webex)
ReliabilityFirst (RF) offers a regularly scheduled monthly call to provide entities and stakeholders with a forum for addressing topics and questions relevant to reliability, resilience and security.
While RF Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) will provide presentations and updates, they will not address entity-specific questions and issues. These types of questions can be handled offline by using the RF Assist Visit program. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mike Hughes, Entity Engagement Manager, 216-503-0617.
Event Information
August 2025 Technical Talk with RF
Monday, Aug. 18, 2025, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. ET
Join link:  https://reliabilityfirst.webex.com/reliabilityfirst/j.php?MTID=m40f6175b7cef6561a96ec5301969f1d3
Meeting number: 2313 993 1902
Meeting password: [REDACTED] (0123456 when dialing from a phone or video system)
Join by phone: 1-650-479-3207 Call-in toll number (US/Canada)
Access code: 231 399 31902
Please join us on Slido.com using #TechTalkRF as the event code.

Agenda
What to know about NERC Reliability Standard PRC-029-1 and how it will impact inverter-based resources (IBRs)
Dan Ransom, Senior Consulting, Technical Application Engineer, GE Vernova
NERC Reliability Standard PRC-029-1 (Frequency and Voltage Ride-through Requirements for Inverter-Based Resources) was developed to replace PRC-024 (Frequency and Voltage Protection Settings for Generating Resources) and PRC-026 (Relay Performance During Stable Power Swings) specifically for inverter-based resources (IBRs). This is a strategic shift designed to improve clarity and reliability, especially during grid disturbances, in an increasingly inverter-driven grid by establishing performance-based ride-through requirements tailored to their unique capabilities.
Historically, IBRs were included under PRC-024 and PRC-026, which were originally designed with synchronous generators in mind. However, these standards do not adequately reflect the unique dynamic behavior and control capabilities of IBRs. PRC-029-1 establishes tailored ride-through requirements—both capability-based and performance-based—specifically for IBRs, ensuring they remain connected and support grid stability during voltage and frequency excursions.

Rate of Change of Frequency and Underfrequency Load Shedding
John “JP” Skeath, Senior Engineer, NERC
JP Skeath will discuss Rate of Change of Frequency as it relates to underfrequency load shedding. With the ever-increasing mix of inverter-based resources powering the electric grid, this relationship has gained importance, as system inertia decreases.

Reference Materials
Tech Talk with RF – August 2025

CIP Low Impact Workshop
2025-08-19 08:00 - 2025-08-21 12:00 | ReliabilityFirst, 3 Summit Park Dr #600, Independence, OH, 44131, United States
The RF Low Impact Workshop will give attendees the opportunity to improve their understanding of security and compliance for CIP assets containing low impact BES Cyber Systems. Attendees will be able to choose from three training tracks on Day 1. Day 2 will be a workshop with presentations and panels on various topics of interest to the CIP low impact community. This event is in-person only, being held at the RF Office in Cleveland.
Click here to register
Intended audience:

Registered entity staff responsible for CIP low impact security or compliance
Staff of asset owners that may not yet be registered with NERC but want to get a jump on understanding the standards
ERO personnel interested in furthering their understanding of CIP low impact
Consultants, contractors, etc. with CIP low impact responsibilities

Agenda
Day 1, Aug. 19, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Three tracks (choose one):
Physical security for CIP low impact assets
– Physical security for low impact assets
Controls and resources
– Internal controls, Standardizing cybersecurity for virtual power plants and aggregated DER Systems, and the Neighborhood Keeper program
CIP Low Impact from the Ground Up
– Fundamentals of the ERO and in-depth CIP compliance at the low impact level
Day 2, Aug. 20, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
One track, workshop format:
– Low impact security and compliance topics
Day 3, Aug. 21, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. ET
RF CIPC Meeting

Limited to regular employees of entities registered in the RF footprint
Other attendees only allowed by approval of RF liaison or CIPC officer

Accommodations:
Please see our Office Visitor Guide, page 3, for information on recommended local hotel options.
Questions:
For questions regarding the workshop, please email: low_impact_workshop@rfirst.org

2025 Q3 Talent and Compensation Committee Meeting
2025-08-27 09:00 - 12:00

2025 Q3 Risk and Compliance Committee Meeting
2025-08-27 13:15 - 15:00
2025-08-27-Risk-and-Compliance-Agenda-Package-1

2025 Q3 Finance and Audit Committee Meeting
2025-08-27 15:10 - 17:10

2025 Q3 Nominating and Governance Committee Meeting
2025-08-27 15:45 - 17:10

2025 Q3 Board of Directors Meeting
2025-08-28 08:00 - 14:00
2025-08-28 Board of Directors Agenda Package
2025-Q3-Board-of-Directors-Schedule-of-Events
2025-08-28 Board of Directors Agenda Package

2025 Fall Reliability & Security Summit
2025-09-08 - 2025-09-10 | MGM National Harbor, 101 MGM National Ave, Oxon Hill, MD, 20745, United States
ReliabilityFirst’s annual Fall Reliability & Security Summit will be hosted at the MGM National Harbor just outside of Washington, D.C., from Sept. 8 – 10, 2025.
We’ll kick things off with an evening reception and our Reliability Recognition Awards Ceremony on Monday, Sept. 8, followed by a General Session on Tuesday, Sept. 9, for which we will have an option to tune in virtually. Then on Wednesday, Sept. 10, attendees will be able to choose from three half-day tracks, depending on which focus area makes the most sense for them. These include an energy policy leadership session, an internal controls workshop for experienced registered entity personnel, and a NERC 101 primer for new registered entities. Each of these tracks will be in-person only.
The detailed agenda is included below.
*Registration for this event has closed.*

Agenda
Monday, Sept. 8 (in-person only)

Time
Agenda item
Location

4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Reliability Recognition Awards Ceremony & Reception
Salon A

Tuesday, Sept. 9 (hybrid – details below)

Time
Agenda item
Speakers
Location

7:30 a.m.
Breakfast
Osteria Costa Restaurant (Level 1)

8 – 9:45 a.m.
Compliance User Group (CUG) meeting*
*This is a closed meeting only open to members of the CUG and invited guests
Salon A

10 a.m.
Summit kickoff
Michelle Cross, Manager, Regulatory & Legislative Affairs, RF
Salons B & C

10:15 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Powering the Future: CEO Perspectives on Reliability, Growth, and Security
• Tim Gallagher, President & CEO, RF (moderator)
• Joe McClelland, Director, Office of Energy Infrastructure Security, FERC
• Bill Fehrman, President & CEO, AEP
• Paul Segal, CEO, LS Power
• Christine Martin, President, PPL Electric Utilities
• Todd Snitchler, President & CEO, Electric Power Supply Association
Salons B & C

12 – 1 p.m.
Lunch / Fireside chat with FERC Chairman
Jim Robb, President & CEO, NERC (moderator)
David Rosner, Chairman, FERC
Salon A

1 – 1:30 p.m.
Networking break
Pre-function space

1:30 – 2:15 p.m.
Standards Solutions – FERC order 2222 and IBR initiatives
Deepak Ramlatchan, Deputy Director, Office of Electric Reliability, FERC
Salons B & C

2:15 – 3 p.m.
How NextEra’s NERC Information Command Center (NICC) streamlines reliability, security, and compliance
Sergey Peschanyy, Senior Manager, NERC Reliability Standards and Compliance, NextEra Energy
Salons B & C

3 – 3:15 p.m.
Break
Pre-function space

3:15 – 3:45 p.m.
RF Enforcement and Compliance updates
Elizabeth Arora, Senior Counsel, Enforcement, RF
Mallory Carlone, Manager, Operations & Planning Compliance Monitoring, RF
Salons B & C

3:45 – 4 p.m.
Wrap-up
Michelle Cross, Manager, Regulatory & Legislative Affairs, RF
Salons B & C

Wednesday, Sept. 10 (in-person only)

Time
Agenda item
Location

7:30 a.m.
Breakfast
Pre-function space

Track 1: NERC 101

8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Target audience: New Primary Compliance Contacts and/or new Registered Entities (e.g., Category 2 GO/GOPs with IBRs)
Topics include: Navigating the NERC and RF websites, RSAWs, what to expect before, during, after audit; RF Tools and Services; Periodic Data Submittals and other xADs data submittals; NERC Alerts, Events Analysis, working with your case manager, and more!
Salon A

Track 2: Internal Controls Workshop

8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Target audience: Experienced Primary Compliance Contacts, O&P and CIP SMEs, and additional compliance/regulatory champions
Focus: Communicating NERC and RF’s expectations regarding internal controls reviews (design, testing, monitoring)
Also includes: Hands-on activities for the participants to practice identifying and designing controls for enhanced reliability, security, and resilience
Salon B

Track 3: Energy Policy Leadership Roundtable Discussion

8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Target audience: Legislators, commissioners, and anyone interested in the intersection of energy policy and reliability

Topics include:

The Pace of Change (resource adequacy, essential reliability services, load growth, permitting and siting)
Shaping Policy into Solutions (new technologies and innovations, meshing federal/state policies and across state lines)
Protecting the Grid of the Future (cyber and physical security, security partners and preparedness)

Salon C

Virtual option details
There will be a virtual option to tune in on Tuesday, Sept. 9, starting at 10 a.m. ET. There will not be a virtual option for our agenda content on Monday, Sept. 8, or Wednesday, Sept. 10.
Webex details for Tuesday, Sept. 9:
Join link: https://reliabilityfirst.webex.com/reliabilityfirst/j.php?MTID=m1af243015ac1b71512ed589deb4e3db5
Webinar number: 2311 881 6279
Webinar password: [REDACTED] (0123456 when dialing from a phone or video system)
Join by phone:
1-650-479-3207 Call-in toll number (US/Canada)
1-855-244-8681 Call-in toll-free number (US/Canada)
Access code: 231 188 16279

Reference materials
RF Reliability Recognition Awards 2025
2025 Fall Summit speaker biographies
RF Fall Summit event map 2025
RF 2025 Fall Summit General Session Presentations

Technical Talk with RF
2025-10-20 14:00 - 15:30 | Virtual (Webex)
ReliabilityFirst (RF) offers a regularly scheduled monthly call to provide entities and stakeholders with a forum for addressing topics and questions relevant to reliability, resilience and security.
While RF Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) will provide presentations and updates, they will not address entity-specific questions and issues. These types of questions can be handled offline by using the RF Assist Visit program. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mike Hughes, Entity Engagement Manager, 216-503-0617.
Event Information
Join link:
https://reliabilityfirst.webex.com/reliabilityfirst/j.php?MTID=mbdaeffd5099b7923a6b29e9b4b944678
Meeting number: 2315 320 2647
Meeting password: [REDACTED] (0123456 when dialing from a phone or video system)
Join by phone: 1-650-479-3207 Call-in toll number (US/Canada)
Access code: 231 532 02647

Agenda
FirstEnergy CIP-003-9 Implementation
Donna Bursick, Director, OT Systems & Tx/Dx Products, FirstEnergy
Jason McCormick, Director, Cyber Security Governance, FirstEnergy
Grant McDonald, Technical Advisor, IT Transmission Systems, First Energy
FirstEnergy representatives will discuss the company’s implementation of NERC Reliability Standard CIP-003-9 ( Cyber Security — Security Management Controls).
How to address the risk of insufficient trained OT cyber security personnel
Mike Holcomb, Fellow, Director – ICS/OT Cybersecurity, Fluor
The present draft version of NERC’s CIP Standards Roadmap identifies the lack of sufficient numbers of trained OT cyber security personnel as a risk. Mike will discuss a potential path forward to train new OT cyber security staff.
ICS security without the guesswork: a risk-first approach
Stacy Bresler, Managing Partner, Archer Energy Solutions
In the electric sector, ICS security decisions must balance security, safety, and reliability. Yet many programs are shaped by urgency rather than understanding. A high-profile incident, a regulatory pressure point, or a vendor’s promise can set priorities without answering the most important question: what is at risk and how do we know? This often leads to investments that look solid on paper but leave critical assets vulnerable in ways that are not immediately obvious.
CIP standards update
Lew Folkerth, Principal Reliability Consultant, External Affairs, RF
FERC announced action in three areas of the CIP standards on Sept. 18. Lew will provide a summary of these actions.

Resources
Tech Talk with RF – October 2025
FirstEnergy discusses CIP-003-9 implementation | Presentation recording
How to address the risk of insufficient trained OT cyber security personnel | Presentation recording
ICS security without the guesswork: a risk-first approach | Presentation recording

Technical Talk with RF
2025-11-17 14:00 - 15:30 | Virtual (Webex)
ReliabilityFirst (RF) offers a regularly scheduled monthly call to provide entities and stakeholders with a forum for addressing topics and questions relevant to reliability, resilience and security.
While RF Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) will provide presentations and updates, they will not address entity-specific questions and issues. These types of questions can be handled offline by using the RF Assist Visit program. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mike Hughes, Entity Engagement Manager, 216-503-0617.
Event Information
Join link:
https://reliabilityfirst.webex.com/reliabilityfirst/j.php?MTID=m4735bfd9bd4421b64261ae7722aad646
Meeting number: 2318 324 0000
Meeting password: [REDACTED] (0123456 when dialing from a phone or video system)
Join by phone: 1-650-479-3207 Call-in toll number (US/Canada)
Access code: 231 832 40000

Agenda
Supply chain challenges
Jeff Craigo, Senior Vice President, Operations and Risk, RF
Eric Seidler, SVP, Corporate Safety, Security and Operational Oversight, Ameren
Jeff Craigo and Eric Seidler will discuss the impact of supply chain challenges on electric grid reliability, including equipment lead times, tariffs, the labor market, and mitigation strategies. The Bulk Electric System (BES) is not immune to supply chain risks, which can compromise or impact the availability of equipment, tools, and resources that results in the delay or disruption of system operations.
CIP standards update
Lew Folkerth, Principal Reliability Consultant, External Affairs, RF
FERC announced action in three areas of the CIP standards in September. Lew will provide a summary of these actions and a discussion of the status of other CIP development efforts.

Reference Materials
Tech Talk with RF – November 2025
Supply chain challenges discussion with Jeff Craigo and Eric Seidler – recording

Q4 Talent and Compensation Committee Meeting
2025-12-03 09:00 - 12:00 | NERC-Washington, DC Office, 1401 H Street NW, Suite 410, Washington, DC, 20005
2025-12-03 Talent and Compensation Agenda

2025 Q4 Risk and Compliance Committee Meeting
2025-12-03 13:30 - 15:00 | NERC-Washington, DC Office, 1401 H Street NW, Suite 410, Washington, DC, 20005
2025-12-03 Risk and Compliance Agenda

2025 Q4 Finance and Audit Committee Meeting
2025-12-03 15:10 - 17:10 | NERC-Washington, DC Office, 1401 H Street NW, Suite 410, Washington, DC, 20005
2025-12-03 Finance and Audit Agenda

2025 Q4 Nominating and Governance Committee Meeting
2025-12-03 15:45 - 17:10 | NERC-Washington, DC Office, 1401 H Street NW, Suite 410, Washington, DC, 20005
2025-12-03 Nominating and Governance Agenda

Q4 Annual Meeting of Members
2025-12-04 09:45 - 10:45 | NERC-Washington, DC Office, 1401 H Street NW, Suite 410, Washington, DC, 20005
2025 AMOM and 4th Qtr Board Announcement
2025-12-04 Annual Meeting of Members Agenda
2025-12-03-04 Schedule of Events Board of Directors

Q4 Board of Directors Meeting
2025-12-04 11:00 - 13:30 | NERC-Washington, DC Office, 1401 H Street NW, Suite 410, Washington, DC, 20005
2025 AMOM and 4th Qtr Board Announcement
2025-12-04 Board of Directors Agenda
2025-12-03-04 Schedule of Events Board of Directors

Technical Talk with RF
2025-12-15 14:00 - 15:30 | Virtual (Webex)
ReliabilityFirst (RF) offers a regularly scheduled monthly call to provide entities and stakeholders with a forum for addressing topics and questions relevant to reliability, resilience and security.
While RF Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) will provide presentations and updates, they will not address entity-specific questions and issues. These types of questions can be handled offline by using the RF Assist Visit program. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mike Hughes, Entity Engagement Manager, 216-503-0617.
Event information
December 2025 Technical Talk with RF
Monday, December 15, 2025 2:00 -3:30 p.m. ET
Join link: https://reliabilityfirst.webex.com/reliabilityfirst/j.php?MTID=ma83a4c3a59405d4c82815b3d5e42c88a
Meeting number: 2308 916 8355
Meeting password: [REDACTED] (0123456 when dialing from a phone or video system)
Join by phone: 1-650-479-3207 Call-in toll number (US/Canada)
Access code: 230 891 68355
Please join us on Slido.com using #TechTalkRF as the event code.
Agenda
RF Winter Reliability Assessment projections
Tim Fryfogle, Principal Engineer – Resources, Engineering & System Performance
Tim will provide an overview of RF’s 2025-2026 Winter Reliability Assessment. RF conducts annual seasonal reliability assessments to evaluate resource adequacy across its region. These assessments rely on data from the PJM Interconnection (PJM) and the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) to identify potential risks and ensure system reliability. The Winter Reliability Assessment, published each December, provides insights at the start of the cold-weather season when demand and operational challenges typically increase.
Recording
2026 CMEP Implementation Plan overview
Tony Jablonski, Senior Manager, Risk Analysis & Mitigation
Tony will discuss the 2026 CMEP Implementation Plan (IP), including its purpose, inputs, and changes from the 2025 plan. Developed annually by NERC and the Regional Entities, the CMEP IP represents the ERO Enterprise’s high-level priorities for its CMEP activities from a risk standpoint.
Recording
Reference materials
Tech Talk with RF – December 2025

Technical Talk with RF
2026-01-12 14:00 - 15:30 | Virtual (Webex)
ReliabilityFirst (RF) offers a regularly scheduled monthly call to provide entities and stakeholders with a forum for addressing topics and questions relevant to reliability, resilience and security.
While RF Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) will provide presentations and updates, they will not address entity-specific questions and issues. These types of questions can be handled offline by using the RF Assist Visit program. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mike Hughes, Entity Engagement Manager, 216-503-0617.
Event details
Join link: https://reliabilityfirst.webex.com/reliabilityfirst/j.php?MTID=m8db680ff46d8903fda28af43afd02cb5
Webinar number: 2310 742 4349
Webinar password: [REDACTED] (0123456 when dialing from a phone or video system)
Join by phone: 1-650-479-3207 Call-in toll number (US/Canada), 1-855-244-8681 Call-in toll-free number (US/Canada)
Access code: 231 074 24349

Agenda
CIP Cloud Standards Update
Lew Folkerth, Principal Reliability Consultant, External Affairs, RF
Lew will provide an overview of the Project 2023-09 Risk Management for Third-Party Cloud Services drafting team’s plans for developing new CIP standards which will enable use of cloud technologies in a secure manner.
2025 Enforcement Year in Review
Marian Toney, Counsel, Enforcement, RF
Marian will review highlights and trends from RF’s enforcement work in 2025.
Strategies for building an Internal Network Security Monitoring program
Ron Ross, Principal Reliability Consultant, Entity Engagement, RF
Ron will discuss NERC Reliability Standard CIP-015-1 (Internal Network Security Monitoring (INSM)) and some strategies for organizations to employ while developing their INSM program.

Reference materials
Tech Talk with RF – January 2026

2026 Internal Controls Workshop
2026-02-23 - 2026-02-25 | The Aviator, 20920 Brookpark Road, Cleveland, OH, 44135, United States
About this event
Join ReliabilityFirst on Feb. 23-25 in Cleveland for a dynamic and engaging Internal Controls Workshop that kicks off a power packed week focused on Compliance Monitoring (CIP and O&P) and Enforcement. This interactive experience features small group discussions, opportunities to share industry insights, and a flexible format that lets you choose your own learning tracks. Whether you prefer to explore a variety of topics or dive deep into specific areas, this workshop is designed to foster meaningful conversations and practical takeaways.
Registration
Registration for this event has closed.
Event location
The Aviator, 20920 Brookpark Rd, Cleveland, OH 44135
Accommodations
Hilton Garden Inn – Cleveland Airport
4900 Emerald Ct SW
Cleveland, OH 44135
Phone: 216-898-1898
To make a hotel reservation, please use the online link: click here
Room Block Details:
Group Name: ReliabilityFirst
Room Rate: $149.00 plus taxes

Stay for the 2026 ERO Women’s Leadership Conference
Back-to-back with our Internal Controls Workshop, be sure to stick around for the 2026 ERO Women’s Leadership Conference! There will be an evening reception on Feb. 25 followed by the conference on Feb. 26 at the same location as the Internal Controls Workshop. Details and registration for the Women’s Leadership Conference can be found here.
Event format
Attendees will have the flexibility to customize their schedule and join the sessions that interest them most. You are welcome to repeat the same topic if you would like to dive in on a given subject/standard or you can move around. Each session will feature small-group discussions led by RF’s subject matter experts, beginning with a 15-minute presentation followed by 30 minutes of group discussion (45 min per session). This open format encourages participants to share insights, exchange best practices, and learn from one another’s experiences. The purpose of the Internal Controls Workshop is to bring industry professionals together to collaborate, share knowledge, and strengthen strategies that ensure grid resiliency.
Agenda
Welcome Reception, Monday, Feb. 23, 2026

5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Evening Reception

Day 1 of Workshop, Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026

Time
Session Topics

8:00 am – 9:00 am
Breakfast

9:00 am – 9:45 am
Opening and Keynote Speaker

Morning Session:
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
CIP-015 (Internal Network Security Monitoring)
Explore Internal Controls and practical approaches to CIP-015 as you prepare to develop your Internal Network Security Monitoring Program. Gain insight into strategies your peers are considering that strengthen compliance and operational security.

CIP-012 (Communications between Control Centers)
Discuss actionable approaches to enhance secure communication between Control Centers with your industry peers. Discover which controls can add value to your program and improve reliability across your network.

BCSI in the Cloud
Join the conversation on key controls to consider for the use of cloud environments for BES Cyber System Information (BCSI). Hear real-world experiences from others who have successfully adopted cloud-based BCSI programs.

EOP-012 (Extreme Cold Weather Preparedness and Operations)
Discuss building a strong winterization plan by sharing best practices and lessons learned, identifying common mistakes to avoid, and clarifying expectations for onsite activities.

PRC-004 (Protection System Misoperation Identification and Correction)
Discuss common misoperation causes and how RF’s results stack up compared to other regions. Explore common causes of misoperations and the RF region’s performance. The discussion will highlight frequent pitfalls identified through evidence verification and foster an exchange of best practices. Together, we’ll identify strategies to strengthen internal controls and enhance overall reliability.

Emerging standards for inverter-based resources (PRC-028, PRC-029, PRC 030)
Look at emerging standards for inverter-based resources and discuss strategies to embed controls that help maintain proper settings, provide reliable monitoring and recording, and drive effective corrective actions in response to system events or misoperations.

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Lunch

Afternoon Session:
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Transient Cyber Assets (TCAs) (High, Medium and Low Impact)
Dive into the management of TCAs across High, Medium, and Low impact programs. Explore preventive, detective, and corrective controls that strengthen compliance posture.

CIP-003-9 (Security Management Controls)
Understand the latest changes to CIP-003-9, including Internal Controls and vendor management requirements. Discuss implementation strategies and what your organization can do now to prepare for the April 1, 2026, effective date.

Virtualization Standards
Examine the impacts of Project 2016-02 on the CIP Standards. Engage with others on challenges, changes, and recommended controls to support a smooth virtualization transition.

FAC-003 (Transmission Vegetation Management)
Discuss vegetation maintenance controls, validation of third-party contractor work, common issues in Transmission Vegetation Maintenance Plans, annual work execution, and key control points for SME handoffs.

FAC-008 (Facility Ratings)
Discuss asset management practices, ensure field equipment aligns with one-lines and matches Facility Ratings databases and model values. Review common issues, best practices, and explore strategies to strengthen your Facility Ratings program through key internal controls.

PRC-005 (Protection System, Automatic Reclosing, and Sudden Pressure Relaying Maintenance)
Engage in discussions on one of RF’s most frequently violated O&P Standards, focusing on implementing best practices, sharing lessons learned, and exploring strategies to strengthen asset management and effective maintenance.

Day 2 of Workshop, Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026

8:00 am – 9:00 am
Breakfast

Morning Session
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Internal Controls tracking, testing, automation
After establishing initial internal controls, the next phase focuses on advancing the program’s maturity. This track will discuss strategies for enhancing and automating detective, preventive, and corrective controls. Through group discussion, participants will share best practices, lessons learned, and collaborate on defining and sustaining key controls.

Overview of RF’s Audit Process; PCC education
This session will equip Primary Compliance Contacts and other Compliance Personnel with a thorough understanding of RF’s Audit Process, covering everything from annual scheduling processes to the audit lifecycle. Topics include scoping, audit notifications, key milestone dates, evidence review, internal controls, and much more.

Internal Controls for Mitigation
Join us for a discussion on internal controls considerations during enforcement actions. Hear directly from RF Enforcement on key internal controls considerations when mitigating violations of NERC Reliability Standards, including best practices, identifying, developing, and improving preventative, detective, and corrective controls, and other effective mitigation strategies.

IRAs and COPs
Understand how the IRA/COP process shapes compliance strategy. This session will unpack how the Entity Risk Profile Questionnaire, Risk Factors, and Performance Considerations come together to build the Compliance Oversight Plan, ultimately driving scoping decisions.

Repeat high demand from day 1

Repeat high demand from day 1

12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Lunch / Networking

5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Women’s Leadership Reception and Networking

2026 ERO Women's Leadership Conference
2026-02-25 - 2026-02-26 | The Aviator, 20920 Brookpark Road, Cleveland, OH, 44135, United States
About this event

RF is proud to serve as the host Regional Entity in 2026 for the ERO Women’s Leadership Conference!
This event will be held in-person for the first time and feature a tour de force of dynamic speakers discussing topics including how to ascend the corporate ladder and navigate career challenges, how to nurture your mental and physical well-being, and more.
It will immediately follow our 2026 Internal Controls Workshop, making for a power-packed week in Cleveland. Both events will be held at the Aviator, a beautiful event space overlooking the scenic Rocky River and located just minutes from the Cleveland Airport. You won’t want to miss this year’s event!
Expect:

Panels focused on professional development with insights tailored to the energy sector
Networking
Professional head shot photo opportunity
Additional resources

Registration
Registration for this event has closed.

Event location
The Aviator, 20920 Brookpark Rd, Cleveland, OH 44135
Accommodations
Hilton Garden Inn – Cleveland Airport
4900 Emerald Ct SW
Cleveland, OH 44135
Phone: 216-898-1898
To make a hotel reservation, please use the online link: click here
Room Block Details:
Group Name: ReliabilityFirst
Room Rate: $149.00 plus taxes

Agenda
Wednesday, Feb. 25

Time
Agenda item

5:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Women’s Leadership Reception and Networking

Thursday, Feb. 26

Time
Agenda item
Speaker(s)

8:00 – 9:00 a.m.
Breakfast

9:00 – 9:15 a.m.
Welcome
Joanna Burkey, Founder, Flat Rock Advisory, and Independent Director, RF Board of Directors

9:15 – 10:15 a.m.
“Human performance” – Mental and physical wellbeing
• Tod Podl, Physician, University Hospitals
• Niki Schaefer, Vice President & General Counsel, RF

10:15 – 10:45 a.m.
“Resource modeling” – Networking break and complimentary professional head shot opportunity

10:45 – 11:45 a.m.
“Security and resilience” – How women in the energy sector are ascending the corporate ladder and navigating challenges
• Lisa Barton, President & CEO, Alliant Energy
• Christine Martin, President, PPL Electric Utilities
• Diane Holder, Vice President of Engineering & Strategic Engagement, RF
• Chris Guiney, Partner, Practice Leader – Energy, Telecommunications and Infrastructure, CarterBaldwin Executive Search

11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Lunch

12:15 – 1:15 p.m.
“Resource diversity/resource mix” – How the unique attributes of women can be leveraged to optimize success
• Sarah Eppink, Leadership Coach and Talent Development Consultant, and Principal and Founder, Aisling Group
• Lesley Evancho, Chief Human Resources Officer, EQT Corporation, and Independent Director, RF Board of Directors
• Julia Kious Zabell, Executive Director of Weatherhead Executive Education, Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University

1:15 – 2:15 p.m.
“Power transfer and relying on neighbors” – The value of networking and mentorships
• Sara Patrick, President & CEO, MRO
• Holly Hawkins, Vice President, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary, SERC
• Mèlika Carroll, Vice President of Global Government Affairs and Public Policy, Cohere, and Independent Director, RF Board of Directors
• Bluma Sussman, Vice President, Stakeholder Engagement, NERC E-ISAC

2:15 – 2:30 p.m.
Close
Joanna Burkey, Founder, Flat Rock Advisory, and Independent Director, RF Board of Directors

2:30 – 3:00 p.m.
“Resource modeling” -Networking and complimentary professional head shot opportunity

Webex details
The event is focused on in‑person networking, but we are offering a virtual option by livestreaming the panel sessions, with interruptions for breaks and networking activities.
Webinar link: https://reliabilityfirst.webex.com/reliabilityfirst/j.php?MTID=m0902ab3973da83633a6b3e60b3636537
Webinar number: 2317 307 8331
Webinar password: [REDACTED]
Join from a video system or application by dialing 23173078331@reliabilityfirst.webex.com. You can also dial 173.243.2.68 and enter your meeting number. Webinar password for video system:
0123456
Join by phone:
1-650-479-3207 Toll
1-855-244-8681 Toll Free
Access code: [REDACTED]
Global call-in numbers: https://reliabilityfirst.webex.com/reliabilityfirst/globalcallin.php?MTID=m64f9a193f38b92df89081056f630ff3f
Toll-free calling restrictions: https://cisco.com/go/tollfree-restrictions
Webinar password for audio: 0123456

Reference materials
ERO Women’s Leadership Conference speaker biographies
