Dave DeFelice, Senior Business Analyst
Very knowledgeable presenter.
Clear, understandable examples.
Sherri Lemon, Asst. Power Scheduler
Joel kept interest going while making it a humorous class.
Helpful exercises. I learned a lot.
Kimberly Mattern, Senior Power Scheduler
Joel has the ability to reach all participants - no matter
what their background.
Laura Moua, Accounting Analyst
Explained the reasons why we do what we do as a utility
(mostly PUC driven.)
Eric Scott, Internal Auditor
Great presentation, company specific examples, theoretical
yet practical.
Lynn Wagner, Accounting Analyst
Joel is very personable & fun to listen to. He has a
lot of information to share. Well worth it.
Teresa Clark, Engineering Coordinator
Joel kept the workshop interesting by injecting humor. He
simplified the way accounting has been traditionally taught. I
now have a higher level of understanding of utility
accounting. Excellent!
Art Dorval, Area Manager
Concepts were explained in layman's terms. Excellent real
life examples. Participants were required to use information
in class and for homework.
Kelly Irvine
Great classroom environment, filled with all kinds of
people with great insight into utilities. Dr. Berk has a great
personality & he makes the information fun to learn.
Jennifer Maser, Finance Team Advisor
I learned a lot, and enjoyed myself, too. Thanks for the
stories & humor, the great materials and the choice of
location. You are a real Pro, Joel!
Patty Olsness, Rates Coordinator
Learned a lot about Avista which I can use in my job. It also
directly relates to the accounting course I'm currently taking
in the evenings at EWU.
Leeanne Stallings, HP & C Specialist
I have a much better understanding of utility
"language, etc."
Jason Thackston, Resource Accounting Manager
This is a great session to give people the big picture.
Pat Winter, Sr Natural Gas Accountant
This class should be provided for all utility accountants
as well as engineers & managers of Utility companies. Even
after many years of working for a utility, this class helps
provide much greater understanding of why things are done the
way they are.
Dave Kloeck
Topics were covered well with good examples.
Linda Donley, Resource Accountant
I was really impressed by Joel's ability to relate all of
the material to our company. He obviously did his homework.
Utilities Lori Hamilton, Accounting Analyst
Very informed and amusing instructor. This course really
enlightened me regarding ratemaking and I understand better
why management focuses on subsidiaries to add shareholder
value.
Alene Hardenbrook, Lead Administrative Assistant
Well presented and easy to understand. I learned a whole
new understanding regarding accounting implications
surrounding rate base and utility requirements.
Fran Shane, Treasury Analyst
Joel did a wonderful job keeping our attention and keeping
the subject matter as simple as possible.
