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February 24, 2025
Isaacson, Strahan, Christie, Ford Are Among Powerhouse Speakers at CFC Forum 2025
Author Walter Isaacson, NFL hall of famer and Emmy winner Michael Strahan, and former New Jersey governor Chris Christie alongside former U.S. representative Harold Ford Jr. are just a few of the prominent thought leaders taking the stage at the upcoming CFC Forum 2025, being held June 30–July 2 in New York City. We are thrilled to once again host our largest annual gathering, open free of charge to all CFC, NCSC, ACES and Federated Rural Electric Insurance Exchange members. The event spotlights topics specifically tailored for electric cooperative senior leaders and directors/trustees.
Pre-conference workshops set the stage on June 29 and 30 prior to kicking things off with the annual meetings of CFC, NCSC and Federated Rural Electric Insurance Exchange on June 30, followed by a welcome reception that evening hosted by NCSC.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights, be inspired and network with fellow members of the electric cooperative family.
Join us at Forum 2025 in New York!
Featured Speakers:
Walter Isaacson
Walter Isaacson is a celebrated journalist and biographer, known for his works on historical figures such as Benjamin Franklin, Albert Einstein, Elon Musk and Steve Jobs. He has served as the president and CEO of the Aspen Institute, chair and CEO of CNN, and editor of Time magazine.
Michael Strahan
Michael Strahan is a former NFL defensive end who played his entire career with the New York Giants, setting the record for most sacks in a single season. Post-retirement, he has become a prominent television host and analyst, co-hosting ABC’s “Good Morning America” and “Fox NFL Sunday.”
Chris Christie
Chris Christie is a former governor of New Jersey and a prominent political figure. He served as the U.S. attorney for New Jersey and was a candidate for the Republican presidential nomination in 2016 and 2024. Known for his pragmatic approach, Christie has been a significant voice in American politics.
Harold Ford Jr.
Harold Ford Jr. is executive vice president and regional president of PNC Bank, New York. Ford served in Congress for 10 years from 1997 to 2007, representing Tennessee’s 9th Congressional District, and was a member of the House Financial Services, Budget and Education Committees as well as the Congressional Black Caucus.
Registration, hotel information and agenda are available on the Forum event page. For questions, contact CFC’s Events & Training team at events@nrucfc.coop or 800-424-2954.