Meet the Speakers

The speakers below represent the organizations and individuals helping to drive innovation and deployment across the flow battery and grid storage sector.

October 19-22, 2026   |   The Camby Hotel   |   Phoenix, AZ

Registered Speakers

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Matt Martz
KPMG
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Leigh Faugust
Portland General Electric
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Toshikazu Shibata
Sumitomo Electric USA
SVP & Chief Engineer of Energy Storage System Dept.
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Nick Hennen
Kustan GmbH/Inbatec America, Inc.
Global Vice President
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Corey McCollom
US Vanadium
Director of Sales and Marketing

Be Part of the Movement Driving Next-Generational Energy Storage Solutions

Flow Batteries North America (FBNA) is the only event in North America dedicated exclusively to flow battery innovation and deployment.

As the energy storage landscape evolves rapidly, flow batteries are emerging as a crucial solution for grid-scale storage, renewable integration, and renewable integration, and economic growth in North America.

Why Attend:

Gain critical insights and connections that will shape your strategy for energy storage that supports America's power grid:

 Expert perspectives from national labs, manufacturers, and utilities

 Real-world case studies on deployment, use cases, and commercialization

 High-value networking with decision-makers and grid-scale stakeholders

Tools to assess flow battery feasibility and investment potential

Event Location

 2401 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85016

 Mon, Oct 19, 2026 - Thu, Oct 22, 2026

 09:00 AM - 11:59 PM (EST)

How to Secure a Room Reservation: To book your hotel reservation, reserve your room online using this link to the BCI room block.

The BCI room block rate is subject to availability.

Hotel Cancellation Policy: A deposit equal to one night room and tax will be processed at the time of booking. Deposit will be refundable if notice of cancellation is given to the hotel at least 72 hours prior to arrival.

BCI strives to create a safe, productive, and welcoming environment for all of our events. Please read our BCI Event Terms & Conditions.

Questions? We’re happy to help

For inquiries about registration, speaking opportunities, or sponsorship please reach us at events@batterycouncil.org

About BCI

Battery Council International (BCI) is the leading trade association for the North American battery industry, bringing together manufacturers, suppliers, and innovators to advance energy storage and support a more resilient, low-carbon future.

Flow Battery Industry Group

BCI’s Flow Battery Industry Group (FBIG) unites flow battery manufacturers and stakeholders to advance stakeholders to advance grid stability through collaboration on safety, performance, and market growth.