Get ready for an inside look at how city utilities manage millions of dollars, long-term planning, and the financial decisions that keep Springfield running. Join us for Finance Insights 101, where three finance professionals from CWLP (City Water, Light & Power) will lead an open and engaging panel discussion about real-world financial management in a major public utility. From budgeting and data-driven decision-making to navigating economic challenges, this panel will give students an exclusive opportunity to learn how finance actually works behind the scenes of a city-wide operation.

Attendees will hear directly from CWLP’s leadership—including Finance Director Jaime Shobe, who brings 20+ years of accounting and financial strategy experience, along with two additional experts who specialize in utility finance, capital planning, and organizational budgeting. The session is built around Q&A, giving you the chance to ask anything about careers in finance, public-sector budgeting, internships, accounting pathways, and more.

📅 Thursday, February 5th, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 UIS Student Union - South Ballroom (222/223 combined)

Whether you’re exploring a career in accounting, finance, public administration or just want insider knowledge on how Springfield’s largest utility manages its money, this event is the perfect place to start!