August 11-13, 2026

Mark Your Calendar, Iowa City | IA

Gas Operations Technical & Leadership Summit

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August 11-13, 2026 | Iowa City, IA

MEA has been offering best-in-class gas operations training since 1923. This annual event is attended by natural gas crews, foreman, supervisors, managers, and directors. The summit features keynotes, exhibits, pre-conference courses, and tracks on compliance, safety, measurement and control, distribution and technology, engineering, and technical training. MEA Gas Committees create the agenda for this event.

Summit Highlights

  • Classroom sessions led by industry experts
  • Keynote and breakout session options
  • Thought leaders and industry innovators
  • Dedicated time with vendors
  • Connections with peers
  • Attendee networking opportunities

Educational Tracks

  • Distribution & Technology
  • Leadership and Workforce Development
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Safety & Training
  • Engineering & Technical Training
  • Measurement & Control

Attendee Types

  • Field Supervisors & Managers
  • Field Service Crew Leaders & Personnel
  • Operations Supervisors & Managers
  • Operations Technicians of All Levels
  • Safety Personnel
  • Emerging & Existing Leaders in Utility Operations

Location

Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center
300 E 9th St
Coralville/Iowa City, IA 52241
(319) 688-4000

Group rate booking information, travel, and parking information to be announced soon.

Agenda

Sessions and details to be announced soon.

Agenda subject to change. PDH certificates available upon request.

Feel free to check out last year’s program for reference.

Registration

Attendee registration fees for this event typically range from $500-$1,000 per person.

Exhibitor Center

Coming early 2026.

Questions

If you have any questions, please contact Lauren Denney.