Meetings
The Executive Board meets monthly to plan meetings and events. If you have ideas for topics and speakers, contact the Chair (see contact info in "Officers" tab). Our meetings are typically rotate between the Newport News, Lynchburg, Richmond areas.
2025 Meetings and Events
Upcoming 2025 Events
Virtual Lunch and Learn meeting - March 25th 12-1pm
We are excited to invite you to the third of a series of virtual Lunch and Learn meetings focused on the "state of nuclear" here in Virginia.
Please join us on Tuesday, March 25th from noon-1PM for a discussion on expansion, mission, growth plans in Virginia presented by Jonathan Smith, Director of Nuclear Parts Center and Alan Thomas, Vice President of Installed Base America, Products and Engineering - Framatome.
RSVP is not required to attend this session. Just join the Teams link on March 25 at noon
Topic: "Framatome in Virginia: expansion, mission, growth plans" Jonathan and Alan will discuss how Framatome in Virginia is preparing to support Nuclear growth for the fleet and new markets.
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Past Events
Virtual Lunch and Learn meeting - December 11th 12-1pm
We are excited to invite you to the second of a series of virtual Lunch and Learn meetings focused on the âstate of nuclearâ here in Virginia.
Please join us on Wednesday, December 11th from noon-1PM for a discussion on "Nuclear in Space: From Virginia to Mars" led by Kate Kelly â Director of Space and Emerging Programs at BWXT.
Topic: "Nuclear in Space: From Virginia to Mars." Kate Kelly will discuss the intersection of space and nuclear and Virginiaâs role in furthering space exploration.
Speaker: Kate H. Kelly is the Director for Space and Emerging programs for BWXT Advanced Technologies LLC, leading the strategy and execution of the space nuclear power and propulsion and advanced concepts portfolios. Prior to this role, Ms. Kelly held positions in program management, quality control, operational excellence, and engineering with BWXT. Ms. Kelly has a Bachelor of Science in chemical engineering from the University of Notre Dame. In 2022, she received the Women in Aerospace Initiative-Inspiration-Impact Award for her contributions to the space nuclear industry and her advocacy to promote women in aerospace.
Lisa Marshall, the current President of the American Nuclear Society, is coming to Virginia! Lisa has graciously agreed to address the Virginia ANS in two evening meetings:
- Wednesday, October 2 in Lynchburg
- Thursday, October 3 in Richmond
Lisa's topic will be "Human capacity building for the nuclear enterprise". More information will be provided shortly regarding RSVP details and more, but mark your calendars now for whichever of these dates & locations is most convenient for you!!
LYNCHBURG EVENT DETAILS:
When: Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024
Check in starts at 5:30 p.m. (see full schedule below)
Where: Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance â Delta Star Executive Board Room -300 Lucado Place
Schedule:
5:30-6:00 p.m. Check in, meet and greet, refreshments
6:00-7:00 p.m. Intro from VA-ANS, Lisa presentation, Q&A
7:00-8:30 p.m. Social at Downtown Lynchburg restaurant
RICHMOND EVENT DETAILS:
When: Thursday, October 3rd, 2024
Check in starts at 5:30 p.m. (see full schedule below)
Where: Dominion Energy Innsbrook - Ground Flood Auditorium - 5000 Dominion Blvd., Glen Allen, VA 23060
Schedule:
5:30-6:00 p.m. Check in, meet and greet, refreshments
6:00-7:00 p.m. Intro from VA-ANS, Lisa presentation, Q&A
7:00-8:30 p.m. Social at Capital Ale House
Virtual Lunch with VA-ANS - Nuclear Development in Virginia
Date: September 27th from 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Speaker: April Wade, Executive Director, Virginia Nuclear Energy Consortium (VNEC)
About VNEC: The Virginia Nuclear Energy Consortium (VNEC) was established to represent stakeholders committed to advancing nuclear energy development. These stakeholders include the state of Virginia, academic institutions, nuclear energy companies, suppliers, and local organizations working together to support the growth of the nuclear industry.
Friday June 21, 2024 (Dominion Energy Digital Strategies for Subsequent License Renewal)
We are excited to announce Paul Phelps will be presenting to our section for our Annual Meeting. Paul's presentation will focus on SLR at Dominion.
As this meeting is our Section's Annual Meeting we will also discuss the 2023-2024 VA ANS year, election results and what we have going into our 2024-2025 year.
Friday, June 21, 2024
Check in starts at 5:30 pm
Presentation from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Tuesday February 27, 2024 (Joint with VCU )
This was a joint meeting with the Student Section of ANS at VCU. We heard multiple students present their research as they prepare to present at the National ANS Student Conference.
January 18, 2024 (Brandon Caldwell)
Buried Pipe Rehabilitation System by Brandon Caldwell
Brandon Caldwell, Framatome Project Engineer, will explain the industry-first buried pipe spray-in-liner rehabilitation system. Prior to the presentation there will be a short update on the VA ANS Section.
October 18, 2023 (ANS President Ken Peterson)
National ANS Update by Ken Peterson
Ken Peterson will be giving an update on The National American Nuclear Society, it's priorities and how it is impacting the future of Nuclear in American. Prior to the presentation there will be a short update on the VA ANS Section.
May 31, 2023 (Annual Meeting)
Small Modular Reactors by Todd Flowers
See meeting flyer here: VA-ANS May 31 2023 - Todd Flowers
Todd Flowers will be discussing the topic of "Small Modular Reactors, Delivering Reliable and Clean Energy through the Deployment of SMRs in the Commonwealth". Along with our technical presentation, we will be announcing and welcoming our new 2023-2024 Executive Commitee.
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