Energy Marketers Working
Together for a Better Future
Together for a Better Future
EMPIRE STATE
ENERGY ASSOCIATION
ENERGY ASSOCIATION
The 5th Annual Empire State Energy Conference will bring energy industry leaders and supporters from across New York to the Otesaga Resort Hotel in Cooperstown, New York. All associations and affiliates located in New York and the Northeast are welcome to participate in this two-day conference, featuring:
Attention all previous event supporters: multiple high-visibility sponsorship opportunities are available for this year's 5th Annual Empire State Energy Conference.
Show your continued support while putting your brand in the best of company. Can we count on your continued support?
| Rates are as follow: (Aug 28th - 31st) | |||
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| Room Type | Dates | Rate | Location |
| Standard Room Rate | Aug. 28-31 | $359 | The Otesaga, Cooperstown, NY |
800-348-6222 Monday-Saturday 8:30am-7pm (hours vary). Make sure to mention the group name (EMPIRE STATE ENERGY ASSOCIATION) and dates for the discounted rate. |
BOOK ONLINE NOW Be sure to use group code 3546929 for the discounted rate. |
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Room Block Cut-Off Date: Thursday, July 28
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| 4:00PM-4:30PM | UNYEA Board Meeting (UNYEA Board Members Only) |
| 4:30PM-5:15PM | UNYEA Annual Meeting (UNYEA Members Only) |
| 8:30AM-11:30AM | NORA Tank Training Seminar |
| 9:00AM-9:15AM | ESEA Annual Meeting (ESEA Members Only) |
| 9:15AM-10:45AM | ESEA Board Meeting (ESEA Board Members Only) |
| 11:30AM | Lunch (all attendees) |
| 12:30PM | Golf |
| 12:30PM-5:00PM | Vendor Setup |
| 6:00PM-7:00PM | Welcome Cocktail Reception (Sponsored by Sprague) |
| Dinner on your own |
| 7:15AM | Vendor Setup |
| 8:00AM | Breakfast |
| 9:00AM-5:00PM | Business Sessions |
| 12:00PM-1:30PM | Keynote Lunch (all attendees) |
| 5:30PM | Trolley to Ommegang Brewery |
| 6:00PM-8:30PM | Networking Reception featuring singer / songwriter Jordan Stoner at the Ommegang Brewery |
Senator Peter Oberacker is serving his first term representing the 51st Senate District. Elected in 2020 during a global pandemic, Senator Oberacker is keenly aware of the many critical issues and concerns facing the nine counties he represents.
Senator Oberacker’s leading priorities include:
Senator Oberacker is serving as the ranking member on both the Internet & Technology and Alcoholism & Substance Abuse committees. Additionally, he is serving on the Education, Health, Higher Education, and Judiciary committees.
Prior to his election to the state senate, Peter served in county and town government.
Peter is a member of his local Fire Department and EMS squad, a small business owner and an accomplished sausage maker.
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On March 1st, 2022, Michael Devine became the President of the National Oilheat Research Alliance. As a government-sanctioned “check-off” program, NORA is funded by an excise tax on every gallon of heating oil sold and that money is carefully reinvested in research and education programs. Michael oversees the operations of NORA, which include Consumer & Professional Education, Energy Efficiency & Safety, and Research & Development. As the liquid heating fuel sector continues to evolve, Michael will help sheppard the transition to increasing the usage of biofuels as a powerful alternative to electrification and a more impactful approach to reducing the country’s dependence on foreign energy resources, lowering carbon emissions, providing comfort, and securing domestic jobs. As the NORA President, Michael hopes to help shape the future of the liquid heating fuels industry, giving homeowners wise choices for how to heat their homes.
Michael comes to NORA after having served as Vice President of Sales & Business Development for World Energy. As part of the Senior Management Team at World Energy, he managed day to day activities for sales and volumes at terminals and related operations, prepared monthly and annual budgets, and developed key national accounts including FedEx, UPS, Chevron, Ryder, The Union Pacific Railroad, and many others. Prior to his time at World Energy, Michael was the CEO of Earth Energy Alliance, which he founded in 2009, to assist the petroleum distribution industry in reducing the carbon footprint of their fuel by increasing the use of renewable liquid fuels. His company worked closely with renewable energy wholesalers, Bioheat distributors and the National Biodiesel Board (now Clean Fuels Alliance of America).
Michael has deep roots in the oilheat industry. He began his career in his family’s business, Devine Brothers of Norwalk, Connecticut. Michael started from the ground up, initially as a truck driver and service technician, growing into roles as sales manager, vice president, and president of the 50+ employee, third generation business. Michael served as a member of the NORA Board of Directors and additionally served member of the Governing Board of the Clean Fuels America Alliance, he and has been a positive and active voice in supporting the oilheat and liquid heating fuels industry for decades.
While most owners and general managers of heating oil companies are familiar with the National Oilheat Research Alliance (NORA), many do not know all of the services and programs that NORA provides to the liquid heating industry. Michael Devine who is the new President of NORA, will provide a synopsis of the organization, the programs and services that NORA provides and role that NORA plays to advance the oil heat industry.
John is Counsel at Harter Secrest & Emery LLP, where he has worked as a government affairs attorney for the last fifteen years. He advocates on behalf of a range of businesses, professional associations, and not for profit entities. He has particular experience representing clients in biotechnology, energy, higher education, and other highly regulated industries. He also assists clients strategize regarding the availability of and access to a variety of government funding mechanisms and other programs. Before he joined the Government Affairs department, he practiced for several years in the trial department, gaining invaluable experience honing his writing and advocacy skills representing clients in complex commercial litigation matters.
He serves as ESEA's retained lobbyist, and is also an adjunct professor in the Political Science department at Roberts Wesleyan College.
As principal of the Petroccione Law Firm, LLC located in Albany, New York, Emilio has been counsel to ESEA and has represented energy marketers since beginning his law career in 1983. He is an attorney with more than 35 years of experience practicing regulatory and government affairs law before the New York State Legislature, the Governor's Office, State Agencies, and the Courts.
Emilio received his law degree from Albany Law School and a bachelor degree in science from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. He is admitted to practice law before all New York State courts and the United States Supreme Court. Emilio has been a registered state lobbyist since 1986 and is a member of the New York State Bar Association.
John Levey is a consultant and educator with over 40 years experience in the HVAC industry.
He serves as Director of Education for the National Oilheat Research Alliance (NORA); serves on the National Fire Protection Association Technical Committee on Liquid Fuel Burning Equipment (NFPA-31); and is a member of the Underwriter's Laboratories Standards Technical Panel for Above Ground Oil Tanks (UL-80).
John wrote and co-produced seventeen training videos for the Oilheat industry and is the author of NORA's publication "Heating Oil Storage Tanks, Guide for Quality Installation and Maintenance."
Tee off in a picturesque lakeside setting at Leatherstocking golf course, one of the most scenic and challenging resort golf courses in Upstate New York, or anywhere on the East Coast. Designed in 1909 by Devereux Emmet, this award-winning golf course features naturally contoured terrain that rolls along the postcard-perfect shores of Lake Otsego.
Senator Peter Oberacker is serving his first term representing the 51st Senate District. Elected in 2020 during a global pandemic, Senator Oberacker is keenly aware of the many critical issues and concerns facing the nine counties he represents.
Senator Oberacker’s leading priorities include:
Prior to his election to the state senate, Peter served as a member of the Otsego County Board of Representatives where he chaired the Public Works Committee, served as vice-chair of the Administration Committee, and was a member of Human Services, Negotiations, and Inter-Governmental Affairs committees. Previously, Peter served as Maryland Town Supervisor and as a town board member.
A dedicated community member, Peter is a member of his local Fire Department and EMS squad and is a member of the Masonic Lodge. Peter is a graduate of Schenevus High School and SUNY Delhi. He is married to his high school sweetheart, Shannon, of 34 years. They have two adult children.
Born and raised in Stanfordville, New York, Jordan is the eldest of Wendy and Brian Stoner’s six children. Growing up in a musical family, Jordan took up drums at age 13 and played his first club gig at age 15 with “The Stoners”, the family band consisting of Jordan, brother Brandon on bass, Dad on guitar and vocals and Mom on vocals, playing classic rock and country cover tunes. After 16 years in the business, Jordan has honed his vocal skills and developed his own style to become one of the premier singers and entertainers around. Surrounding himself with some of the best musicians in the business, Jordan Stoner and his band, the Crash Test Silverados, is ready to take the country music world by storm!
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