Speakers

Adam Heflin is Executive Vice President and Chief Nuclear Officer of Palo Verde Generating Station.

Heflin previously served as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and CNO of the Wolf Creek Nuclear Operating Corporation in Kansas until his retirement in 2019. Prior to that, he was the CNO at Ameren’s Callaway Energy Center in Missouri. Heflin worked with Palo Verde this year as part of its Offsite Safety Review Committee and has served on the board of the STARS Alliance, a collaborative alliance of four western U.S. utilities who operate nuclear generating stations.  Heflin began his nuclear career in the United States Navy, followed by positions at Entergy’s Arkansas Nuclear One. Heflin holds a B.S. in Mechanical and General Engineering from Arkansas Tech University and has previously served on the boards of both the Nuclear Energy Institute and the Institute for Nuclear Power Operations.

Agua Fria High School District is excited to announce the opening of its new Arts Academy and Performing Arts Center in August 2026, a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to fostering creativity and talent in students. This innovative academy in Litchfield Park will offer specialized programs in music, theater, dance, and visual arts, providing students with unparalleled opportunities to hone their skills and showcase their work. The Performing Arts Center will serve as a hub for community events, performances, and exhibitions, reinforcing the district's commitment to arts education and cultural enrichment. Hear from education leaders about this project.