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Andrea Wescott Passman

6/24/2022

 

Panelist Profile

Session: 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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Chief Operating Officer
Caerus Oil and Gas, LLC

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Gary Arnold

6/24/2022

 

Panelist Profile

Session: 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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Business Manager
Denver Pipefitters Local 208

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J.J. Ament

6/14/2022

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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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President & CEO
Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce

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Will Brown

6/1/2022

 

Panelist Profile

Session: 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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Vice President, Commercial
Kinder Morgan

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Benjamin Linke

5/31/2022

 

Panelist Profile

Session: 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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Vice President,
Emissions Management
Baker Hughes

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Laura Singer

8/2/2021

 

Panelist Profile

Session: ​Mitigating GHGs – Challenges, Opportunities and a Realistic Path Forward

Carbon sequestration and other technological advances have evolved from theoretical applications to more technologically feasible solutions in recent years.  But what is considered economically achievable can vary, based on the time frame, geology, and location? Some companies have taken measurable steps forward, revealing both challenges and opportunities.  Efforts to mitigate GHGs is gaining traction in policy debates and in board rooms, and industry leaders must consider their own path forward, understanding the risks, benefits, and regulatory considerations where they operate. Knowing these realities will help determine a project’s likelihood for success and secure the necessary support from the communities where these new technologies are implemented. ​
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CCUS Program Manager
Payne Institute for Public Policy, Colorado School of Mines

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Ahna Mee

8/2/2021

 

Panelist Profile

Session: Creating a Culture of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Strategies for Success

Many industries, including oil and gas, are taking a critical look at their diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts after a difficult reckoning of the systemic barriers that still exist in our society and organizations.  Courageous leaders in the industry are challenging themselves with meaningful strides to move DEI from simply an initiative with a fixed starting and end point to instead a broader goal of creating a lasting culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.  This session will explore the developing practices in establishing direction, assembling the right team, and looking for partners to support the organization’s DEI goals both inside and outside of the company.
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Managing Partner
UnionRock Partners

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Ryan Edwards

8/2/2021

 

Panelist Profile

Session: Mitigating GHGs – Challenges, Opportunities and a Realistic Path Forward

Carbon sequestration and other technological advances have evolved from theoretical applications to more technologically feasible solutions in recent years.  But what is considered economically achievable can vary, based on the time frame, geology, and location? Some companies have taken measurable steps forward, revealing both challenges and opportunities.  Efforts to mitigate GHGs is gaining traction in policy debates and in board rooms, and industry leaders must consider their own path forward, understanding the risks, benefits, and regulatory considerations where they operate. Knowing these realities will help determine a project’s likelihood for success and secure the necessary support from the communities where these new technologies are implemented. 
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Policy Advisory
Occidental Petroleum

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Tasha Jones

8/2/2021

 

Panelist Profile

Session: Creating a Culture of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Strategies for Success

​Many industries, including oil and gas, are taking a critical look at their diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts after a difficult reckoning of the systemic barriers that still exist in our society and organizations.  Courageous leaders in the industry are challenging themselves with meaningful strides to move DEI from simply an initiative with a fixed starting and end point to instead a broader goal of creating a lasting culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.  This session will explore the developing practices in establishing direction, assembling the right team, and looking for partners to support the organization’s DEI goals both inside and outside of the company.
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President & Founder
LV Jones Consulting

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Chad Vorthmann

7/30/2021

 

Panelist Profile

Session: Combating Climate Change Together

​Everything we do each day has an impact on our environment – from driving cars, growing, and consuming food, building, or remodeling our homes and providing the power to make it all happen. The oil and natural gas industry in Colorado is taking bold, proactive steps toward sustainability and cleaning our air to ensure we have a long and thriving future. We are not alone in this endeavor, with many other like-minded industries in the state showing their leadership and making major changes to lower their emissions and shrink their footprints.  This panel will feature our partners in progress, focusing on our collective efforts to combat climate change and integrate strategies within current regulatory efforts.
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Executive Vice President
Colorado Farm Bureau

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Kourtney Hadrick

7/30/2021

 

Panelist Profile

Session: Mitigating GHGs – Challenges, Opportunities and a Realistic Path Forward

​Carbon sequestration and other technological advances have evolved from theoretical applications to more technologically feasible solutions in recent years.  But what is considered economically achievable can vary, based on the time frame, geology, and location? Some companies have taken measurable steps forward, revealing both challenges and opportunities.  Efforts to mitigate GHGs is gaining traction in policy debates and in board rooms, and industry leaders must consider their own path forward, understanding the risks, benefits, and regulatory considerations where they operate. Knowing these realities will help determine a project’s likelihood for success and secure the necessary support from the communities where these new technologies are implemented. ​
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Operating Director – Energy
Southern Ute Growth Fund

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Chris Wright

7/30/2021

 

Panelist Profile

Session: Investing in the New Energy Space

As the investment community evolves, we are seeing a new focus that looks beyond the bottom line. Shareholder value is now more than just a dollar figure and realigns value with values. The oil and natural gas industry has a prominent role to play in meeting these values while still helping investors plan for their financial futures. We will hear from industry and financial leaders about reaching these investors through environmental, social, and governance updates and how to better tell the story of Colorado’s leading advancements and regulations.
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CEO
​Liberty Oilfield Services

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Dan Haley

7/26/2021

 

Panelist Profile

Session: Combating Climate Change Together 

​Everything we do each day has an impact on our environment – from driving cars, growing, and consuming food, building, or remodeling our homes and providing the power to make it all happen. The oil and natural gas industry in Colorado is taking bold, proactive steps toward sustainability and cleaning our air to ensure we have a long and thriving future. We are not alone in this endeavor, with many other like-minded industries in the state showing their leadership and making major changes to lower their emissions and shrink their footprints.  This panel will feature our partners in progress, focusing on our collective efforts to combat climate change and integrate strategies within current regulatory efforts.
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President & CEO
​​Colorado Oil & Gas Association

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Phyllis Resnick

7/20/2021

 

Panelist Profile

Session: ​Beyond the Pandemic: Social, Political and Economic Change

​Colorado, and our country, have changed greatly over the past 18 months. The COVID-19 pandemic continues to cast a long shadow, changing how we live and work, but an increased awareness of social and economic justice also is changing how we view policy, politics, and the path forward. Bold predictions have been made of what the “new normal” may look like, but what will be the key take-aways from this historic period? What are the permanent shifts and what are simply the passing trends?  This panel of experts will unpack the lasting impacts from a political, social, and economic perspective and share thoughts of how we map our future.
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Executive Director and Lead Economist
Colorado Futures Center

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Kim Mendoza-Cooke

7/20/2021

 

Panelist Profile

Session: ​Beyond the Pandemic: Social, Political and Economic Change

Colorado, and our country, have changed greatly over the past 18 months. The COVID-19 pandemic continues to cast a long shadow, changing how we live and work, but an increased awareness of social and economic justice also is changing how we view policy, politics, and the path forward. Bold predictions have been made of what the “new normal” may look like, but what will be the key take-aways from this historic period? What are the permanent shifts and what are simply the passing trends?  This panel of experts will unpack the lasting impacts from a political, social, and economic perspective and share thoughts of how we map our future.
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Director Regulatory Policy and Advocacy
Occidental Petroleum​

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Kristi Pollard

7/15/2021

 

Panelist Profile

Session: ​Investing in the New Energy Space

As the investment community evolves, we are seeing a new focus that looks beyond the bottom line. Shareholder value is now more than just a dollar figure and realigns value with values. The oil and natural gas industry has a prominent role to play in meeting these values while still helping investors plan for their financial futures. We will hear from industry and financial leaders about reaching these investors through environmental, social, and governance updates and how to better tell the story of Colorado’s leading advancements and regulations.
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Principal
P2, LLC

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James Reddinger

7/8/2021

 

Panelist Profile

Session: ​Investing in the New Energy Space

As the investment community evolves, we are seeing a new focus that looks beyond the bottom line. Shareholder value is now more than just a dollar figure and realigns value with values. The oil and natural gas industry has a prominent role to play in meeting these values while still helping investors plan for their financial futures. We will hear from industry and financial leaders about reaching these investors through environmental, social, and governance updates and how to better tell the story of Colorado’s leading advancements and regulations.
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Former CEO
Stabilis Solutions

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Camille Romero

6/24/2021

 

Panelist Profile

Session: ​Creating a Culture of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Strategies for Success

​Many industries, including oil and gas, are taking a critical look at their diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts after a difficult reckoning of the systemic barriers that still exist in our society and organizations.  Courageous leaders in the industry are challenging themselves with meaningful strides to move DEI from simply an initiative with a fixed starting and end point to instead a broader goal of creating a lasting culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.  This session will explore the developing practices in establishing direction, assembling the right team, and looking for partners to support the organization’s DEI goals both inside and outside of the company.
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​Director, Talent Planning
DCP Midstream

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Ted Leighty

6/24/2021

 

Panelist Profile

Session: ​Combating Climate Change Together

​Everything we do each day has an impact on our environment – from driving cars, growing, and consuming food, building, or remodeling our homes and providing the power to make it all happen. The oil and natural gas industry in Colorado is taking bold, proactive steps toward sustainability and cleaning our air to ensure we have a long and thriving future. We are not alone in this endeavor, with many other like-minded industries in the state showing their leadership and making major changes to lower their emissions and shrink their footprints.  This panel will feature our partners in progress, focusing on our collective efforts to combat climate change and integrate strategies within current regulatory efforts.
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CEO
Colorado Association of Homebuilders

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Matthew Groves

6/24/2021

 

Panelist Profile

Session: ​Combating Climate Change Together

​​Everything we do each day has an impact on our environment – from driving cars, growing, and consuming food, building, or remodeling our homes and providing the power to make it all happen. The oil and natural gas industry in Colorado is taking bold, proactive steps toward sustainability and cleaning our air to ensure we have a long and thriving future. We are not alone in this endeavor, with many other like-minded industries in the state showing their leadership and making major changes to lower their emissions and shrink their footprints.  This panel will feature our partners in progress, focusing on our collective efforts to combat climate change and integrate strategies within current regulatory efforts.
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VP - Legal/Regulatory
Colorado Auto Dealers Association

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Eric Sondermann

6/24/2021

 

Panelist Profile

Session: ​Beyond the Pandemic: Social, Political and Economic Change

​Colorado, and our country, have changed greatly over the past 18 months. The COVID-19 pandemic continues to cast a long shadow, changing how we live and work, but an increased awareness of social and economic justice also is changing how we view policy, politics, and the path forward. Bold predictions have been made of what the “new normal” may look like, but what will be the key take-aways from this historic period? What are the permanent shifts and what are simply the passing trends?  This panel of experts will unpack the lasting impacts from a political, social, and economic perspective and share thoughts of how we map our future.
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Political Columnist & Analyst
Colorado Politics / Denver Gazette / CPT12

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Kristin Strohm

6/24/2021

 

Panelist Profile

Session: ​Combating Climate Change Together

​Everything we do each day has an impact on our environment – from driving cars, growing, and consuming food, building, or remodeling our homes and providing the power to make it all happen. The oil and natural gas industry in Colorado is taking bold, proactive steps toward sustainability and cleaning our air to ensure we have a long and thriving future. We are not alone in this endeavor, with many other like-minded industries in the state showing their leadership and making major changes to lower their emissions and shrink their footprints.  This panel will feature our partners in progress, focusing on our collective efforts to combat climate change and integrate strategies within current regulatory efforts.
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President & CEO
Common Sense Institute

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Kelly Brough

5/8/2020

 

Welcoming Remarks

Energy Summit Profile

As president and CEO of the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, Kelly Brough is focused on putting more Coloradans to work – in really great jobs. It’s a clear call to action that’s driven this CEO from higher education to City Hall to the Chamber. Kelly has worked to advance our state and find opportunities for improvement, whether it’s advocating for P-20 education reform, implementing ground breaking programs like 3-1-1 and pay for performance for the City and County of Denver or consulting on dispute resolution for local governments. She’s directed an internationally recognized leadership program, been the chief of staff to then-Mayor John Hickenlooper and was the first female director of human resources for the City and County of Denver – in a common theme, she was also the first female snow plow driver at Stapleton International Airport and the first female CEO of the Denver Metro Chamber. Though born and raised in a small town in Montana, she’s Colorado to the core. In fact, you’re just as likely to catch her testifying at the capitol as you are to find her climbing mountain passes on her road bike.
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President & CEO
Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce

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Howard Boigon

5/8/2020

 

Moderator Profile

Session: ​SB19-181 - One Year Later

​Multiple rulemakings, a new professional COGCC, and local government regulatory authority.  What has happened since SB19-181 passed?  What have been our successes, what have been our greatest challenges and what does the path forward look like?
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Managing Member
Boigon Law

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John Harpole

5/29/2019

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31st Annual Energy Summit Conference Steering Committee Co-Chair | Leadership Profile

​The Energy Summit is guided by the tireless input of COGA member volunteers who lend their expertise to the planning process – prioritizing content and ensuring the best possible learning experience for our attendees.  Now in his second year as steering committee chair, John Harpole, founder of Mercator Energy, shares a few thoughts about what to expect at this year’s event.
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Founder and President
Mercator Energy LLC

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