
why attend
Connect directly with the C-Level executives planning the next steps for energy digitalisation.
The digital energy transition requires cooperation between disparate players.
Grid operators modernising infrastructure. Retailers adapting to renewables. Generators scaling deployment. Traders managing volatility. Investors deploying capital. All making decisions that depend on each other. This is the one event where the entire energy ecosystem strategises together.
Smart Energy is the must attend energy event for utilities.
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THE RIGHT PEOPLE ARE HERE
Seniority at scale is what sets this event apart.

1100+
Attendees
including all of the UK leading energy companies

60%
C-Level & Directors
making strategic decisions

100+
Expert speakers
sharing actionable insights

55%
Energy companies
your key partners and competitors
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HEADLINE SPEAKERS

Gianni Commessatti
Managing Director One B2C, ENGIE Italia
Gianni Commessatti is a strategic executive with 15+ years of experience in the energy sector, spanning entrepreneurial ventures and two major corporation. Proven track record in leading digital transformation, cultural change, and innovative management to drive sustainable growth. Broad expertise across sales, marketing, operations, and IT, with strong focus on customer value, scalability, and excellence in regulated, competitive markets. Currently Managing Director of One B2C Italy for Engie, the French multinational utility company.


Alejandro Sánchez Alarcón
Chief Data Officer
Naturgy Renewables


Rebecca Hodgson
Senior Vice President - People Strategy
Statkraft


Chris Lovatt
Chief Executive Officer
Smart DCC


Suresh Bhaskar
Managing Director Renewables - UK & Ireland
ENGIE


Oliver Franz
VP European Regulation
E.ON


Aysegul Tchere
VP Digitalisation Energy Management
Statkraft


Emma Fletcher
Innovation Director- Octopus Energy Homes
Octopus Energy Group
Future of Utilities manages to break the mould and achieve a non-stuffy and insightful industry conference.


