August 23, 2022 |
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12:00 PM
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Registration Opens
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12:30 PM
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Grab-and-Go Lunch
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1:15 PM
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Opening Remarks
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1:30 PM
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Essential Innovation: Advancing Technology Breakthroughs Amid Uncertainty
In Colorado’s quest to produce the “cleanest molecule,” is the uncertainty of our political and regulatory environment stifling innovation or helping drive it? Investors, operators, and service providers have a complicated matrix of variables to consider when taking risks to roll out new technology. When regulatory mandates are subject to change, how do industry leaders adjust their calculus to advance the technology needed to promote climate goals responsibly and efficiently? This session will feature operators at a global and local scale, market experts seeking prime investment opportunities, and research and development leaders who are balancing the needs of a diverse marketplace. Will Colorado continue to lead the nation – and world – in our pursuit of the cleanest molecule?
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Moderator: Eric Waeckerlin
Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck |
Bart Brookman
President & CEO PDC Energy |
Jason Eleson
Principal Geoscience Advisor Enverus |
Tom Janiszewski
Vice President, Regulatory & Land Occidental Petroleum Corporation |
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2:30 PM
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Break
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2:45 PM
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The Future of the DJ: Is It Still Economic to Operate in Colorado?
It's no secret that operators in Colorado face a unique set of challenges, from changes in our regulatory structure and environment to shifting public perspectives - operating in the state is not for the faint of heart. With so much bullish commentary around the Permian, this session will have an in depth discussion analyzing how the DJ compares with other key basins in the lower 48 from a fundamental economic perspective. Panelists including small and large operators, midstream, and market intelligence will discuss the impacts of regulatory, ESG, M&A, and much more to answer one burning question: is it still economic to operate in Colorado?
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Trisha Curtis
President & CEO PetroNerds |
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3:45 PM
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Break
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4:00 PM
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The Global Energy Economy: The Events and Policies Driving Production, Supply, and Distribution
The impacts of supply and demand fundamentals have never been more apparent than over the past two years – a price war preceding an enduring global pandemic, followed closely by a war in Ukraine has intensified an already complicated regulatory and political environment. Storage inventories persist at all-time lows globally, providing an opportunity for the United States to accelerate production and meet global energy demand. Yet gridlocks in permitting, supply chain issues and employee retention create real barriers to production increases. What does the coming winter mean for US energy supply, and how does the lack of a national policy influence our production and storage? Is it possible for the US to meet its own energy needs while also meaningfully contributing to global supply? What will it take to achieve a more stable global energy market, and what strategic role can Colorado play in our success?
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Angela John
Director, New Energy Ventures Williams |
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5:00-6:30 PM
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Opening Reception
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August 24, 2022
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8:00 AM
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Registration & Breakfast
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9:00 AM
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Operating in a Purple State: A Nonpartisan Position to Oil & Gas
The past two years have demonstrated a multitude of ways Coloradans, and our nation, can be divided. Rising above the partisan noise and finding reasonable common ground is a challenge, but also a necessity for an industry that provides one of the most basics needs of society: energy. As a state often considered politically “purple,” engaging the public and consumers in a pragmatic and nonpartisan manner is critical to the oil and gas industry’s license to operate – especially in an election year. This session will examine tools and strategies that can shift the political debate around oil and gas to a practical one that engages with consumers and their access to reliable and affordable energy. Our panel will draw lessons learned both within the oil and gas industry and outside of industry, showcasing efforts that elevate the conversation above political boundaries and advance pragmatic solutions.
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Moderator: Paula Beasley
Communications Advisor Chevron |
J.J Ament
President & CEO Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce |
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10:00 AM
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Break
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10:15 AM
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The Great Reshuffle: The Role of Leadership and Culture in Recruiting and Retaining Top Talent
The Great Resignation, the Great Repositioning, the Big Quit. Regardless of what we choose to call it, there has no doubt been a profound shift in the employment market post-pandemic, and no industry is immune. How these challenges play out in industries can vary widely, though, and the importance of leadership and culture are emerging key drivers to how well an industry can weather these changes. Oil and gas leaders are finding themselves in an especially competitive environment, with shifting public perceptions of oil and gas and other industries luring would-be talent to reconsider a long-term career in oil and gas. Our panelists will dive deeper into these labor market trends and explore the “what” and the “how” of developing a culture that positions the oil and gas industry as an essential and fulfilling career opportunity.
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Travis Brown
DCP Midstream |
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11:15 AM
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Legislator Q&A
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12:00 PM
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Networking Lunch
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1:15 PM
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COGCC Meet & Greet
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2:15 PM
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Tools for Success: Leveraging DEI to Meet Evolving ESG Expectations
Diversity, equity, and inclusion is often viewed – and rightly so – as the pillar of the “social” framework of ESG. However, inclusion and belonging as a cultural value can reap benefits far beyond just the “S” of ESG and can be a means of integrating and bridging the company efforts across the environmental and governance pillars as well. By using the right data and message, clear and measurable strategies in DEI can unify and ground your company culture within your underlying mission and purpose. This panel will explore the role of DEI within ESG from several perspectives, including the strategic importance within the investor community, the processes for establishing meaningful metrics, and the critical role of leadership in communicating and relating these principles to core values and business outcomes.
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Debra Nelson
President Elevate Communications, LLC |
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3:30 PM
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Energy Diversity: Reliability, Sustainability, and the Case for an Integrated Approach
Colorado’s oil and gas industry has successfully reduced emissions and adopted sustainable practices driven by a commitment to our environment. Our industry is not alone in seeking innovative approaches to advance climate goals, as the energy sector includes a diverse pool of energy generation sources that operate in similar regulatory and political environments. Innovation, financial incentives, and unconventional partnerships are proving the viability of utility-scale applications of these newer technologies, while common issues of land use constraints, infrastructure and community engagement impact all types of energy production. This panel of oil and gas, nuclear, wind and solar experts will discuss an “all of the above” approach to energy generation and how integrating diverse sources are needed to produce reliable, sustainable, and affordable energy in our communities.
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Will Brown
Vice President, Commercial Kinder Morgan |
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4:45 - 6:30 PM
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Closing Reception
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The Seawell Ballroom,
Denver Center of Performing Arts 1350 Arapahoe St. Denver, CO 80205 |
CONTACT COGA
Colorado Oil & Gas Association 1800 Glenarm Place Suite 1100 Denver, CO 80202 303.861.0362 |
