Industry Events
Energy Management Collaborative (EMC) sponsors and participates in a variety of tradeshows, conferences and in-house events that feature the latest insights and market trends in the energy management industry. Additionally, EMC sponsors many community events.
Xcel Energy – Energy Solutions Expo
The Energy Solutions Expo is an annual, half-day event that will provide next-generation energy solutions for a cleaner future to Xcel Energy customers. Attendees will get empowered by industry experts with breakout sessions, a technology showcase and networking.
LightFair International (LFI)
The world’s largest annual architectural and commercial lighting trade show and conference, LIGHTFAIR International is where new discoveries, new connectivity, new knowledge and new solutions propel lighting design quickly into the future.
68th National Association of Lighting Management Companies (NALMCO) - Annual Convention and Trade Show
The Annual Convention and Trade Show is a three-day educational virtual event that features internationally recognized lighting experts and professional development opportunities focused on business growth. The Annual Convention is geared toward senior level managers and business owners.
Edison Electric Institute National Key Accounts Workshop Fall (EEI NKAW)
EEI’s semi-annual National Key Account Workshop is the venue where national, chain, and multi-site energy users can tackle all of their energy related needs. Customers will learn about the latest in public policies affecting the energy industry, meet with their utility account and energy supply representatives, and learn about new technologies, products, and services designed to save them money.
Sanford International
A PGA TOUR Champions event, the Sanford International presented by Cambria brings golf’s legends to the lush links of Minnehaha Country Club on September 13-19, 2021 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
American Society for Healthcare Engineering (ASHE) Annual Conference
The ASHE Annual Conference brings together thousands of health care facilities professionals to learn about new developments in the field, network with others and find solutions to their challenges.
Connex National Conference
The Connex National Conference is the leading multisite/retail facilities industry event and exhibition. Multisite facility management industry professionals attend to learn about leading-edge industry trends and technology, as well as to connect with industry professionals.
3M Open
The 3M Open now marks a new era in MN golf. As an official PGA TOUR stop and part of the FedEx Cup series, the 3M Open brings the world’s best golfers and elite competition to the Twin Cities.
Warehousing Education and Research Council Annual Conference (WERC)
WERC is where distribution logistics leaders find real solutions for today's tough warehousing challenges. The WERC conference is pioneering a new, collaborative approach to professional education and networking that will help you stay on top of industry developments and build more authentic business relationships.
American Society for Healthcare Engineering (ASHE) Region 6 Annual Conference
ASHE Region 6 Annual Conference brings more than 450+ health care facility managers and leading industry professionals from Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, South Dakota and North Dakota. Now in its 19th year, this conference provides essential tools for successful health care facility management and the opportunity to find solutions to challenges facing the region. Educational tracks deemed important by peers will leave attendees equipped with the expertise necessary for success in their facilities.
EEI NKAW - Spring (Edison Electric Institute - National Key Accounts Workshop)
EEI’s semi-annual National Key Account Workshop is the venue where national, chain, and multi-site energy users can tackle all of their energy related needs. Customers will learn about the latest in public policies affecting the energy industry, meet with their utility account and energy supply representatives, and learn about new technologies, products, and services designed to save them money.
Smart Energy Decisions (SED) Innovation Summit
The Smart Energy Decisions Innovation Summit is recognized as the premier industry event for energy, sustainability and facility executives. This unique and exclusive event features ideas, connections and solutions necessary to create and execute a successful enterprise energy management strategy.
ProcureCon Facilities
The ProcureCon Facilities Virtual Event is your WFH friendly forum with action-packed takeaways and detailed case studies with the top minds in facilities procurement.
Our real estate, facilities, construction, and utilities/energy sourcing experts will share their experiences on the ways that responding to rapidly changing stakeholder needs, the global pandemic, and provide key insights for adapting your sourcing programs.
Whether your company is in the Fortune 500, a fast-growing start-up or somewhere in between, ProcureCon Facilities is your place to innovate your strategy, and get inspired by some of the world's foremost visionaries and industry experts.
Smart Energy Decisions (SED) Innovation Summit
The Smart Energy Decisions Innovation Summit is recognized as the premier industry event for energy, sustainability and facility executives. This unique and exclusive event features ideas, connections and solutions necessary to create and execute a successful enterprise energy management strategy.
interNational Association of Lighting Management Company (NALMCO) - Spring Seminar
The NALMCO Spring Seminar is an interactive two-day training seminar focused on lighting trends, lighting safety and maintenance, energy efficiency solutions, the future of lighting, lighting tools and other relevant industry topics. The event includes Learning Labs, taught by Associate Members at the forefront of lighting technology. General Sessions are focused on the future of lighting and there will be the opportunity to network with members and colleagues.
NET Conference 2020
The NET Conference is Touchstone Energy's signature business-to-business conference that brings together national, regional and local energy managers with co-op key account and energy services professionals from around the country. Celebrating 20 years of programming, the NET has become an incubator for showcasing innovation, providing national perspective on important industry issues, and demonstrating how businesses and co-ops are embracing the future.
ProcureCon Facilities
ProcureCon Facilities will arm you with strategies and solutions for overcoming your biggest challenges within the categories of real estate, facilities, construction and utilities/energy. At the event, you will learn how to make the best decisions regarding new facilities technology, big data, outsourcing, optimizing spend, supplier relationships, diversity and sustainability.
Xcel Energy - Energy Solutions Expo
The Energy Solutions Expo is an annual, half-day event that will provide next-generation energy solutions for a cleaner future to Xcel Energy customers. Attendees will get empowered by industry experts with breakout sessions, a technology showcase and networking.
Meet us on the floor as we shape a cleaner, more energy efficient future!
66th NALMCO (National Association of Lighting Management Companies) - Annual Convention and Trade Show
The NALMCO Annual Convention and Trade Show is a three-day educational event that features a lighting trade show, internationally recognized lighting experts, professional development opportunities focused on business growth, and several opportunities to meet one-on-one with General and Associate members.
EEI NKAW Fall (Edison Electric Institute – National Key Accounts Workshop)
EEI’s semi-annual National Key Account Workshop is the venue where national, chain, and multi-site energy users can tackle all of their energy related needs. Customers will learn about the latest in public policies affecting the energy industry, meet with their utility account and energy supply representatives, and learn about new technologies, products, and services designed to save them money.
We are exhibiting in booth 406. Connect with us on your lighting + controls projects!
FMI (Food Market Institute) - Energy + Store Development Conference
The FMI Energy & Store Development Conference is the chance to learn from the best in the food retail industry about energy-efficiency and conservation, as well as store design and merchandising.
We are displaying, connect with us on your lighting + controls projects!
ASHE (American Society for Healthcare Engineering) Annual Conference & Technical Expo
More than 3,700 health care facility and engineering professionals gathered onsite at the 2019 ASHE Annual Conference & Technical Exhibition to network, find new solutions, and learn alongside one another. The ASHE Annual Conference creates the ideal environment to connect with fellow colleagues while preparing yourself for future trends and challenges in health care. Attendees can earn up to 20.5 contact hours and gain valuable tools and resources to better navigate to ever changing health care landscape.
Join us in Baltimore as we prepare for the future of health care and take the time to review and develop your career game plan.
IPMI (International Parking & Mobility Institute) Conference & Expo
The International Parking & Mobility Institute (IPMI), formerly the International Parking Institute (IPI), is the world’s largest association of professionals in parking, transportation, and mobility — professionals who keep all of us moving. IPMI, which works to advance the parking and mobility profession, has membership including everyone from garage owners and operators to architects to city managers to government agencies, health care centers, universities, airports, and convention centers.
We are exhibiting in booth 683. Connect with us on your lighting + controls projects!
LFI (Light Fair International)
The world’s largest annual architectural and commercial lighting trade show and conference, LIGHTFAIR International is where new discoveries, new connectivity, new knowledge and new solutions propel lighting design quickly into the future.
ELEMCON (Environmental Leader & Energy Manager Conference)
The 2019 Environmental Leader & Energy Manager Conference (ELEMCON) will deepen attendees’ understanding of the vast range of value-capturing programs and practices in place today at the world’s largest organizations. Thought leaders and practitioners will share how large enterprises are solving today’s most complex problems in energy management and corporate environmental sustainability.
We are exhibiting, connect with us on your lighting + controls projects!
IAMC (Industrial Asset Management Council) Spring Forum
With a focus on core corporate real estate business practice areas, IAMC (Industrial Asset Management Council) Spring Forum blends targeted professional development with world-class knowledge sharing. The Spring Forum brings attendees together to examine how innovation culture is redefining commercial real estate, ranging from dynamic work forces and smart real estate to big data and advanced technology.
Connect with us on your lighting + controls projects!
PRSM (Professional Retail Store Maintenance) - National Conference
The PRSM2019 National Conference is the largest and most widely recognized retail facilities maintenance event in the U.S. and Canada with best-in-class education sessions and networking events. More than 2,000 facilities managers benefit from the conference’s face-to-face meetings and leave it with valuable connections and new abilities to deliver significant ROI.
We are exhibiting in booth 1215. Connect with us on your lighting + controls projects!
ASHE (American Society for Healthcare Engineering) - Region 6 Annual Conference
More than 500 facility managers, sponsors, and speakers will gather in Rochester, MN for the 2019 ASHE Region 6 Annual Conference. Now in its 18th year, this conference provides essential tools for successful facility management and the opportunity to find solutions to challenges facing the region. Educational tracks deemed important by peers will leave attendees equipped with the expertise necessary for success in their facilities.
EEI NKAW Spring (Edison Electric Institute – National Key Accounts Workshop)
EEI’s semi-annual National Key Account Workshop is the venue where national, chain, and multisite energy users tackle all of their energy-related needs. Customers learn the latest in public policies affecting the energy industry, meet with their utility account and energy supply representatives, and learn about new technologies, products and services designed to save them money.
We are exhibiting in booth 607. Connect with us on your lighting + controls projects!
AWG Innovation Showcase & Annual Meeting
The showcase is an opportunity to explore innovative and game-changing products, services, and solutions to enhance the customer experience in your grocery operations.
Engage. Grow. Excel.
SED (Smart Energy Decisions) – Innovation Summit
The Smart Energy Decisions Innovation Summit is a proven platform where executives responsible for energy, sustainability, and facility management learn, network and do business. It’s a unique and exclusive event devoted entirely to your success where you’ll be able to focus in a productive, distraction-free setting.
Connect with us on your lighting + controls projects!
NALMCO (National Association of Lighting Management Companies) Spring Seminar
The NALMCO Spring Seminar is an interactive two-day training seminar focused on lighting trends, lighting safety and maintenance, energy efficiency solutions, the future of lighting, lighting tools and other relevant industry topics. The event includes 10 Learning Labs, taught by Associate Members at the forefront of lighting technology, and General Sessions focused on the future of lighting.
SIL (Strategies in Light), The LED Show
Strategies in Light is a collaborative, integrated event experience for professionals representing the entire spectrum of the lighting business. From technology to development to application, Strategies in Light provides an unprecedented environment for learning, observing and engaging with every segment of the industry—all under one roof.
ProcureCon Facilities 2019
ProcureCon Facilities brings together category heads of real estate, construction, facilities and utilities procurement to discuss how to best manage and purchase for these often overlapping categories. Purchasing, sourcing and supply chain professionals attend ProcureCon to connect with the best in the industry. This event is specifically catered to those handling construction, facilities, real estate and utilities responsibilities.
We are exhibiting, connect with us on your lighting + controls projects!
EEI NKAW Fall (Edison Electric Institute – National Key Accounts Workshop)
EEI’s semi-annual National Key Account Workshop is the venue where national, chain, and multi-site energy users can tackle all of their energy related needs. Customers will learn about the latest in public policies affecting the energy industry, meet with their utility account and energy supply representatives, and learn about new technologies, products, and services designed to save them money.
Come visit us on the expo floor at booth 306!
FMA Summits: Future Facilities & Power Summit 8
The Future Facilities & Power Summit connects solution providers at the forefront of operational efficiency, energy management, power, building automation, facility management and security with leaders in institutional, retail facilities, commercial and light industrial roles at Fortune 500 & 1000 corporations. This event is the opportunity to accelerate decision making, prioritize initiatives and link facility efficiency strategies to corporate goals and capitalize on emerging technologies.
EMC will be displaying. Come connect with us on your lighting needs!
65th NALMCO (National Association of Lighting Management Companies) - Annual Convention and Trade Show
The Annual Convention and Trade Show is a three-day educational event that features a lighting trade show, internationally recognized lighting experts, professional development opportunities focused on business growth, and several opportunities to meet one-on-one with General and Associate members. The Annual Convention is geared toward senior level managers and business owners.
ACI/NA (Airport Council International North America) – Annual Conference & Expo
ACI-NA is the premier airport industry event that offers unparalleled education and networking opportunities for the leadership of North America's airports. Conference attendees will discover the latest trends in technology and operations management, gain insight into best practices for safety and security, and create new relationships with leading industry vendors in its exhibition hall.
Come visit us on the expo floor at booth 507!
FMI (Food Market Institute) - Energy + Store Development Conference
The FMI Energy & Store Development Conference is the chance to learn from the best in the food retail industry about energy-efficiency and conservation, as well as store design and merchandising
We will be displaying, come connect with us on lighting needs!
2018 Sanford International presented by Cambria
The PGA TOUR Champions event brings the best players to Sioux Falls and tremendous philanthropic impact to local children’s charities. Taking place at Minnehaha Country Club, the Sanford International presented by Cambria brings the best in Golf to Sioux Falls and benefits the Sanford Health Foundation, which manages endowment funds that support Sanford Children’s Hospitals and Clinics and programs including Children’s Miracle Network and Cure Kids Cancer.
EMC is a proud sponsor.
Associated Wholesale Grocers Gulf Coast Event
As the nation’s largest cooperative food wholesaler to independently owned supermarkets, Associated Wholesale Grocers (AWG) gathers its top vendors and partners to exhibit trends and new concepts that can transform the grocery business in its Gulf Coast region. It’s an opportunity for attendees to explore innovative and game changing new products and solutions that will enhance their grocery operations.
Come visit EMC on the expo floor at Booth 528!
3M Championship - PGA Champions Tour
The 3M Championship is a professional golf tournament on the Champions Tour, played annually at the TPC Twin Cities in Blaine, Minnesota, a suburb north of Minneapolis.
EMC is a proud sponsor of the EMC Pro-Am.
SMART Airports and Regions Conference
The annual SMART Airports & Regions conference and exhibition will explore the catalytic effect and critical success factors covering the economic development ecosystem of SMART Airports and the Regions they serve, integrate and connect with.
EMC is a proud sponsor of the SMART Airports & Regions conference.
Environmental Leader & Energy Manager Conference
The 2018 Environmental Leader & Energy Manager Conference (ELEMCON), will deepen attendees’ understanding of the vast range of value-capturing programs and practices in place today at the world’s largest organizations. Thought leaders and practitioners will share how large enterprises are solving today’s most complex problems in energy management and corporate environmental sustainability. ELEMCON is also the opportunity to discover great programs currently underway in manufacturing, refining, transportation, warehousing, healthcare, hospitality, retailing, education and other industries.
Come visit us on the expo floor at booth 109!
LFI (Light Fair International)
The world’s largest annual architectural and commercial lighting trade show and conference, LIGHTFAIR International is where new discoveries, new connectivity, new knowledge and new solutions propel lighting design quickly into the future.
ASHE (American Society for Healthcare Engineering) - Region 6 Annual Conference
More than 500 facility managers, sponsors, and speakers will gather in Rochester, MN for the 2018 ASHE Region 6 Annual Conference. Now in its 17th year, this conference provides essential tools for successful facility management and the opportunity to find solutions to challenges facing the region. Educational tracks deemed important by peers will leave attendees equipped with the expertise necessary for success in their facilities.
We will be displaying, come connect with us on lighting needs!
Upper Midwest Electrical Expo
North Central Electrical League (NCEL) unites the entire Upper Midwest Electrical Industry with its Upper Midwest Electrical Expo. The Expo provides valuable inter-industry commerce, education and discussion forums, and networking opportunities fostering peer development. Through NCEL, members interact to make a stronger, more cohesive industry and enhance their business success.
AAAE (American Association of Airport Executives) - Conference and Expo
The 90th Annual AAAE Conference & Exposition combines the best in airport management innovation with people who are working to make the industry and the world a better place. Attendees from across the United States will gather in San Diego to network with colleagues, exchange best practices, engage with industry leaders and experts, and collectively experience innovation at work.
Come visit us on the expo floor at booth 409!
NALMCO (National Association of Lighting Management Companies) Spring Seminar
The NALMCO spring seminar is an interactive two-day training seminar focused on lighting trends, lighting safety and maintenance, energy efficiency solutions, the future of lighting, lighting tools and other relevant industry topics. The event includes 10 Learning Labs, taught by associate members at the forefront of lighting technology, and general sessions focused on the future of lighting. The Spring Seminar is focused on technology and hands-on learning, and is ideal for technicians, sales representatives, and senior level managers.
Upper Midwest Convenience Store & Energy Convention
Minnesota Petroleum Marketers Association (MPMA) and the Petroleum Marketers and Convenience Stores of Iowa (PMCI) have come together to host a joint convention and trade show in 2018. The combined states, make this the largest show for petroleum marketers in the Upper Midwest.
We will be displaying, come connect with us on lighting needs!
PRSM (Professional Retail Store Maintenance) - National Conference
The PRSM2018 National Conference is the largest and most widely recognized retail facilities maintenance event in the U.S. and Canada. More than 2,000 facilities managers benefit from the conference’s face-to-face meetings, and leave it with valuable connections and new abilities to deliver significant ROI.
Come visit us on the expo floor at booth 854!
EEI NKAW Spring (Edison Electric Institute – National Key Accounts Workshop)
EEI’s semi-annual National Key Account Workshop is the venue where national, chain, and multi-site energy users tackle all of their energy related needs. Customers learn the latest in public policies affecting the energy industry, meet with their utility account and energy supply representatives, and learn about new technologies, products, and services designed to save them money.
Come visit us on the expo floor at booth 808!
NFMT (National Facilities Management & Technology) - Conference & Exposition
The National Facilities Management and Technology Conference & Exposition (NFMT) was launched in 2001 by the publishers of Building Operating Management and Facility Maintenance Decisions magazines. The conference brings free education, networking and product discovery to facilities professionals nationwide. NFMT continues the tradition in 2018 by offering broad-based education for facilities professionals from every type of organization: government, education, commercial office healthcare, retail, hospitality and industrial.
Be sure to see “Have LED lighting? Then get ready for controls!” presented by EMC’s Alison Zimpfer as part of the conference program! Alison Zimpfer will be presenting on Thursday, March 22 at 2:10 pm in room 347.
Come visit us on the expo floor at booth 2371!
SED (Smart Energy Decisions) – Innovation Summit
The Smart Energy Decisions Innovation Summit is a unique and intimate event where commercial and industrial energy management executives connect, learn and network. It’s an exclusive event where you learn and network in a productive, distraction-free setting. You’ll hear from successful industry executives during Summit conference programming and meet with industry peers and leading suppliers in a comfortable resort setting for a highly productive and valuable experience.
SIL (Strategies in Light), The LED Show
Strategies in Light, The LED Show provides the LED and lighting industry with an integrated, 360-degree view of the market. It is a platform where professionals across every aspect of lighting can learn, collaborate, and connect. Showcased are the full spectrum of lighting – from innovative technologies, to emerging applications, to beautiful expressions of light in architectural design.
NGA Show (National Grocers Association)
NGA welcomes food manufacturers, service providers and grocery industry experts to share fresh ideas and innovative thinking about food products, services and technologies that help strengthen the grocery industry and build profits. From store design to grocery checkout and everything in between, The NGA Show offers trading partners the opportunity to network and build relationships within every phase of the grocery business.
Come visit us on the expo floor at booth 1226
IFMA's (International Facility Management Association) World Workplace Conference & Expo
This one-of-a-kind event draws a unique group of FM leaders and decision makers who are investing in education, networking, and products and services that will help them maintain their competitive edge in an ever-changing industry.
Come visit us on the expo floor at booth 1830
64th NALMCO - Annual Convention and Trade Show
The NALMCO Annual Convention and Trade Show is a three-day educational event that features a lighting trade show, internationally recognized lighting experts, professional development opportunities focused on business growth, and several opportunities to meet one-on-one with General and Associate members. The Annual Convention is geared toward senior level managers and business owners.
EEI NKAW (Edison Electric Institute Fall National Key Accounts Workshop)
EEI’s semi-annual National Key Account Workshop is the venue where national, chain, and multi-site energy users can tackle all of their energy related needs. Customers will learn about the latest in public policies affecting the energy industry, meet with their utility account and energy supply representatives, and learn about new technologies, products, and services designed to save them money.
Come visit us on the expo floor at booth 217
FMI - Food Market Institute (Energy + Store Development) Conference
FMI’s 2017 Energy & Store Development Conference is the food retail industry's leading event for energy-efficiency and conservation, as well as store design and merchandising.
Come visit us at display table 84
Pilot Flying J Conference
This is an annual training conference for Dealers and will include a trade show + various networking opportunities.
Come visit us at display table 2
SMART Airports & Regions Conference and Exhibition
The annual SMART Airports & Regions conference and exhibition will explore the catalytic effect and critical success factors covering the economic development ecosystem of SMART Airports and the Regions they serve, integrate and connect with.
3M Championship PGA Champions Tour
The 3M Championship is a professional golf tournament on the Champions Tour, played annually at the TPC Twin Cities in Blaine, Minnesota, a suburb north of Minneapolis.
EMC is a proud sponsor of the EMC Pro-Am.
BOMA (Building Owners and Managers Association) International Conference and Expo
BOMA International is attended by commercial real estate executives and managers who seek the newest eco-friendly and energy efficient offerings.
Come visit us in the Green Pavilion Booth 930
FMS (Facilities Management Summit)
The Facilities Management Summit is specifically organized for senior executives, directors, managers and buyers who are directly concerned with their facility's maintenance and operations. This unique event provides a forum of face-to-face prearranged meetings between prequalified buyers and vendors savings you time and money.
LFI (LightFair International)
The world’s largest annual architectural and commercial lighting trade show and conference, LIGHTFAIR International is where new discoveries, new connectivity, new knowledge and new solutions propel lighting design quickly into the future.
PRSM (Professional Retail Store Maintenance Association National Conference)
The PRSM2017 National Conference is the largest and most widely recognized retail facilities maintenance event in the U.S. and Canada. More than 2,000 facilities managers benefit from the conference’s face-to-face meetings, and leave it with valuable connections and new abilities to deliver significant ROI.
Booth 1434!
EEI NKAW (Edison Electric Institute Spring National Key Accounts Workshop)
EEI’s semi-annual National Key Account Workshop is the venue where national, chain, and multi-site energy users tackle all of their energy related needs. Customers learn the latest in public policies affecting the energy industry, meet with their utility account and energy supply representatives, and learn about new technologies, products, and services designed to save them money.
Booth 750
NALMCO (National Association of Lighting Management Companies) Spring Seminar
The NALMCO Spring Seminar is an interactive two-day training seminar focused on lighting trends, lighting safety and maintenance, energy efficiency solutions, the future of lighting, lighting tools and other relevant industry topics. The event includes 10 Learning Labs, taught by associate members at the forefront of lighting technology, and general sessions focused on the future of lighting. The Spring Seminar is focused on technology and hands-on learning, and is ideal for technicians, sales representatives, and senior level managers.
SED (Smart Energy Decisions)
The Smart Energy Decisions Innovation Summit is a unique and intimate event where commercial and industrial energy management executives connect, learn and network. It’s an exclusive event where you learn and network in a productive, distraction-free setting. You’ll hear from successful industry executives during Summit conference programming and meet with industry peers and leading suppliers in a comfortable resort setting for a highly productive and valuable experience.
RFMA (Restaurant Facility Management Association)
RFMA is the premier annual event for restaurant facility professionals to gather with peers, vendors and other industry-shapers under one big roof. Its three days of building relationships, learning from speakers and education sessions, sharing knowledge, networking, and gathering new resources in a fun-filled setting surrounded by the restaurant industry’s best and brightest.
Booth 1608
St. Paul Winter Carnival Ice Palace
For the third consecutive year EMC is proud to light up Rice Park for the 2017 St. Paul Winter Carnival, which runs 11 days and has an economic impact of $5 million. Over 250,000 visitors to the Winter Carnival will experience the magic of 164 color-changing LED fixtures illuminating the park, including Boreas' nine-tower ice palace, ice sculptures, sound stage and park entrances.
