National Rural Electric Cooperative Association - NRECA PowerXchange 2027
Event Date
February 12–17, 2027
Location
San Diego, CA
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryNRECA PowerXchange is the annual meeting of members of the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) — described by the organization as the largest gathering of electric cooperative leaders, built to help members tackle industry challenges and cultivate future-focused thinking. The 2027 edition takes place February 12–17, 2027 at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, California.
The event draws electric cooperative CEOs, board directors, executives and senior staff from co-ops across the United States. It is co-located with TechAdvantage, NRECA's technology conference and expo for professionals in engineering, operations, IT, cybersecurity, purchasing and supply management, and the two events share The Expo, where industry providers showcase products and solutions.
Attendees come for dynamic general sessions with nationally renowned keynote speakers, education sessions on emerging issues and strategies, extensive peer networking, and the NRECA Annual Business Meeting, where voting delegates weigh member resolutions and bylaw amendments that shape the association's advocacy. The combination of leadership development, policy engagement and hands-on technology discovery makes it a cornerstone event for the rural electric cooperative community.
Show Highlights
- General sessions featuring nationally renowned keynote speakers who challenge and inspire cooperative leaders
- Education sessions covering emerging issues, innovations and strategies across the electric cooperative industry
- The Expo at PowerXchange and TechAdvantage — a shared exhibit floor with hands-on demonstrations of the latest technologies, products and workforce solutions
- NRECA Annual Business Meeting, where voting delegates consider member resolutions and amendments to the NRECA Bylaws
- Entertainment Night, a signature evening event featuring a headline musical performance
- Co-located TechAdvantage conference for engineering, operations, IT and supply-management professionals
- National Discounts Program Ride & Drive, letting attendees test-drive vehicles from major manufacturers
Registration
Registration is handled through NRECA at cooperative.com. A combined PowerPlus registration option lets co-op leaders and staff access PowerXchange, TechAdvantage and the Expo at a consolidated rate across the three co-located events. Separate tickets are required for special events such as Entertainment Night. NRECA publishes a cancellation and refund policy and a registration FAQ; attendees should consult the official site for current fees and deadlines.
History
PowerXchange is the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association's annual meeting of members, held each year in a different host city and co-located with the TechAdvantage conference and expo. Recent and upcoming editions include Nashville (2026), San Diego (2027) and New Orleans (2028, March 12–15), with future events already scheduled beyond that. The meeting culminates each year in NRECA's annual business meeting, the conclusion of the association's grassroots member resolutions process.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is NRECA PowerXchange 2027?
PowerXchange 2027 takes place February 12–17, 2027 at the San Diego Convention Center, 111 W. Harbor Drive, San Diego, California.
Who should attend PowerXchange?
The event is designed for electric cooperative leaders, board directors, CEOs, executives and senior staff. It is co-located with TechAdvantage, which also serves professionals in engineering, operations, IT, cybersecurity and supply management.
How do I register, and what is PowerPlus?
Registration is available through NRECA at cooperative.com. The combined PowerPlus registration option lets attendees access PowerXchange, TechAdvantage and the Expo at a consolidated rate across the three co-located events.
What is there to do at the event?
Attendees can join general sessions with renowned keynote speakers, attend education sessions on industry trends, explore The Expo of technology and workforce solutions, take part in the NRECA Annual Business Meeting, and enjoy networking and Entertainment Night.
What are the parking and hotel options near the venue?
The Convention Center has an on-site underground garage of about 1,950 spaces, plus a roughly 2,000-space structure across the street and many nearby lots. Numerous downtown and Gaslamp Quarter hotels are within walking distance, and San Diego International Airport is about 2.5 miles away.
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