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2024 Agenda

Monday, October 14

Start Time	End Time	Information
7:00 AM	8:00 AM	Networking with the Industry: Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:00 AM	8:15 AM	Welcome & Overview: Speaker: Christy Coleman, Vice President, Gulf Coast Energy Forum
8:15 AM	9:00 AM	Opening Keynote: Where will the production go? Click here for details. Rising natural gas production has kept storage levels high and driven down prices. How will this production be consumed, and how will the market adjust? We will discuss the recent winter withdrawal season, how the summer season is shaping up, and touch on high level themes that will influence the market in the future. Speaker: James Pearson, Sr. Market Analyst, ConocoPhillips
9:00 AM	10:15 AM	Panel: State of the Gulf and Beyond: LNG Exports updates, Supply and Demand Fundamentals and the effect on the World. Will Infrastructure Keep Pace With Evolving Natural Gas Market Requirements? Click here for details. This Panel of leading industry analysts offers an up to the minute assessment of market conditions with supporting data and contextual analysis. Emphasis will be focused on conditions specific to the Gulf Coast market region. This information provides an excellent foundation and factual reference point for the overall Forum agenda and ensuing discussions. Moderator: Brian Cervantes, Sr. Originator, DRW Holdings Speakers: Jamison Cocklin, Managing Editor, LNG, Natural Gas Intelligence   Jack Weixel, Senior Director, East Daley Analytics   Leigh D'Angelo, Manager, Communications & Public Relations, Modern Hydrogen
10:15 AM	10:45 AM	Networking Break
10:45 AM	12:15 PM	Panel: The Evolution of Low Carbon Intensity Gas in the Supply Chain Click here for details. Natural gas now comes with more transparency in terms of emissions and carbon footprint than ever before. Whether you make the choice to produce or procure Certified Gas, or leaning into the space of Measured and Verified Gas, there are multiple paths for the entire supply chain to benefit from the impact of natural gas as a feedstock. As regulations change not only in the US, but in the EU as well, the question remains...what is enough and what do buyers need? This panel will explore those options for producers as well as buyers in terms of long lasting impact. Moderator: Laura Stadler, Vice President - Low Carbon Solutions, Howard Energy Partners Speakers: Sharon Paterson, Director - Business Development, MiQ   Nate Brawn, COO, Context Labs Energy   Liz Arthur, Global Head of Enterprise Strategy, Earn DLT   Rob Cowhig, Director, Financial Trading, SouthStar Energy Services LLC
12:15 PM	12:45 PM	Board Buses & Depart for Optional Afternoon Networking Activity
12:45 PM	4:15 PM	Group Activity – "Laissez les bons temps rouler" – NOLA Brewing Co., Shrimp Boil & the Famous Blues Guitarist, Little Freddie King – Let the Good Times Roll!
4:15 PM	6:15 PM	Monday Evening Welcome Reception – Sponsored by Golden Pass LNG (Located in the Riverbend Ballroom)

Tuesday, October 15

Start Time	End Time	Information
7:15 AM	8:15 AM	Networking with the Industry: Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:15 AM	8:30 AM	Welcome and Overview: Speaker: Christy Coleman, Vice President, Gulf Coast Energy Forum
8:30 AM	10:00 AM	Panel: 2024 U.S. Gulf Coast Market Assessment: Insights & Takeaways Click here for details. This Panel of experts provides an up-to-the-minute assessment of the state of the market for the U.S. Gulf Coast. While offering an overall scope, there will also be deep dives into: ·LNG exports, the projects and state of their markets ·Other Gulf Coast demand sources ·Midstream capabilities ·Policy backdrop, especially in light of the pending U.S. Presidential Election ·Energy Trilemma considerations (affordability, reliability, lower carbon footprint) Moderator: Jacob Dick, Senior Editor, LNG, Natural Gas Intelligence Speakers: Katharine Ehly, Sr. Policy Advisor, Center for LNG   Rick Smead, Managing Director, Advisory Services, RBN Energy LLC   Jordan Christman, Federal Relations, American Petroleum Institute
10:00 AM	10:30 AM	Networking Break
10:30 AM	12:00 PM	Panel: Gulf Coast Demand: Market Segments Beyond LNG Export Click here for details. The limelight along the Gulf Coast is focused on LNG Exports. However, there is so much more to this region. This Panel will identify and examine other markets for natural gas along the Gulf Coast region, including: ·LNG Exports ·Fractionation ·Powergen (Utility; IPP; AI / Data Center; On-Site Power; CoGen; MicroGrid) ·Petrochemical ·Industrial ·Gas Utility ·LNG Bunkering These market segments are significant sources of demand in their own right, representing competition for natural gas supply, transportation and storage capacity. This market region is poised to see significant growth in the immediate near term, across all market segments. Moderator: Cleve Hogarth, Principal, Cleveland Advisory LLC Speakers: Will Shappley, Vice President, Structured Solutions and Strategic Origination, bp   Kenny Malter, VP of Gas Supply, Delta Utilities   Lucian Niemeyer, CEO, Building Cyber Security   Michael Dubec, Manager, Gas Supply & Origination, BASF Intertrade Corporation   Andrew Dornier, Manager, Fuel Supply, Entergy Services, Inc
12:00 PM	2:00 PM	Keynote Lunch: The Final Stretch: Hurdles Cleared and Victory in Sight Speaker: Jeff Hammad, Chief Commercial Officer, Golden Pass LNG
2:15 PM	3:15 PM	Presentation: What the FERC??!! Will LNG Pause finally end?? Washington Update? Challenges to the Energy Transition? Click here for details. Neil Chatterjee, Former FERC Chair, will share insights and perspectives on several aspects that could affect the natural gas industry and LNG Exports out of the U.S., including the "what-if's" around the impending Presidential Election and much much more! Speaker: Neil Chatterjee, Former FERC Chairman, Hogan Lovells
3:15 PM	4:30 PM	Panel: Midstream Infrastructure: Moving Gas To U.S. Gulf Coast Markets. A Myriad Of Options Click here for details. The U.S. Gulf Coast enjoys one of the heaviest concentrations of midstream infrastructure in the world. Notwithstanding, with significant projected increases in demand, there remains certain bottlenecks and need for expansion of infrastructure. This Panel examines current market conditions and pending projects for U.S. Gulf Coast Midstream Infrastructure, including: •LNG Export Terminals •Interstate / Intrastate transmission pipelines •Gas distribution utilities •NatGas Storage (on and off system) Moderator: Jamison Cocklin, Managing Editor, LNG, Natural Gas Intelligence Speakers: Amanda Duhon, VP & Regional Director, North & Central America, EIC (Energy Industries Council)   Vincent Morrissette, Senior Vice President - Commercial, Glenfarne Energy Transition   Edmund Knolle, Chief Commercial Officer, Gulf Coast Midstream Partners LLC
4:30 PM	6:30 PM	Cocktail Reception-Hosted by the Sponsors Click here for details. Please join our hosts, the Corporate Sponsors, at a cocktail reception in your honor. Don’t make your dinner plans too early as hors d’oeuvres and an open bar will be the highlight of this extremely well attended session!

Wednesday, October 16

Start Time	End Time	Information
7:30 AM	8:30 AM	Networking with the Industry: Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:30 AM	8:45 AM	Welcome and Overview: Speaker: Christy Coleman, Vice President, Gulf Coast Energy Forum
8:45 AM	9:45 AM	Opening Keynote: The Stark National Energy Reality Click here for details. The operators of a reliable North American grid including energy producers, providing affordable electricity manage THE most critical infrastructure needed for the sustainment of life, economic development, and national security. Our Nation’s utilities know that U.S. power demand is growing significantly faster than planners previously expected. The warning is blunt – Our Nation’s power supply is not prepared for significant load growth. In addition, the U.S. must expand the electricity transmission system by 60% by 2030 to meet projected demand, driven by new technology infrastructure supporting artificial intelligence, crypto-currency, and increased electrification of transportation systems. At the same time, more than 70% of the nation’s grid transmission lines and power transformers are over 25 years old. The threats to the grid are increasing. More frequent blackouts have occurred in California and Texas in response to weather, wildfires, or peak period management. More intermittent renewables on the grid without commensurate battery storage add volatility. Base-load retirements are outpacing the deployment of new generation, impacting reliability. National leaders are warning of Nation-state cyber or physical attacks to disrupt national power supplies and transmission. How can immediate private sector demand requirements accelerate new generation projects to mitigate this risk to our way of life? What does the Government need to do to meet our urgent national security and economic interests? Lucian Niemeyer, former Assistant Secretary of Defense for Energy programs will deliver a keynote address on the need for enhanced power generation from all sources, starting with Natural Gas, and the way forward for policy changes needed to prioritize power reliability as an essential service to public safety. Speaker: Lucian Niemeyer, CEO, Building Cyber Security
9:45 AM	11:00 AM	Panel: Stay Secure in this world of Uncertainty Click here for details. Are you ready to protect your assets in an increasingly volatile world? Join us for a panel discussion on Staying Secure in this World of Uncertainty. Our experts will delve into the latest threats and strategies to safeguard your oil, gas, and LNG operations. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and stay ahead of the curve. Moderator: Lucian Niemeyer, CEO, Building Cyber Security Speakers: Jason Langella, Chief Marketing Officer, Permacast Walls   Chris Herold, Sales Manager, Tymetal   Joshua Locklear, Director of Business Development, Castle

2025 Gulf Coast Forum Attendee List

Gulf Coast Energy Forum Sponsorship Opportunities

The Forums are the premier events where the Natural Gas Industry meets. This is where buyers and sellers meet and do business. Each Forum is highlighted by impressive speakers, elite hospitality, informative meetings, and unparalleled networking opportunities.

Sponsor Benefits

»Visibility via Speaking Opportunity / Kiosk – Each sponsor will be provided with a speaking slot to discuss a key industry issue or promote a particular project. Or, rather than speaking, sponsors may instead set up a promotional kiosk at the Gulf Coast Energy Forum.

»Inclusion in Conference Guide – A Conference Proceedings Book will be handed out to every attendee at the Forum. Your company’s logo, bio, etc. will be included.

»Conference Promotion – Before, during, and after the conference, sponsor generosity will be promoted in all pre-conference publicity, signage at the conference, post-conference correspondence, etc. We anticipate more than 30,000 pieces of promotional materials to ultimately be distributed.

»Logo Item – To give sponsors the exposure and opportunity to get their logo out to our attendees, we will have a table placed in the conference area where we will display any logo give-away items that you wish to send us. These items will be available to all attendees throughout the conference.

»Web Presence – Your company will be listed as a sponsor on our conference web site (www.ldcgasforums.com/gc), your logo/link will be included in emails sent out about the conference, you’ll be promoted on the Gulf Coast Energy Forum social media platforms, etc.

Promotional Opportunities

»Badge Lanyards – Your company name or logo on the official Gulf Coast Energy Forum lanyard. Each attendee will be wearing the lanyard that you supply to us for the Gulf Coast Energy Forum.
Price: $13,500 per Forum ** Includes two attendee passes

»Hotel Key Cards – Put your logo in their HANDS! Your company logo or design will be printed on key cards for the host hotel of the Gulf Coast Energy Forum.
Price: $13,500 per Forum ** Includes cost of Hotel Card Keys and two attendee passes

»Conference Pens & Notepads – Give conference attendees something to write home about. Notepads and pens imprinted with your company’s one–color logo will be placed throughout the conference.
Price: $13,500 per Forum ** Includes cost of notepads & pens, with one attendee pass

»Wi-Fi Sponsorship – The Session Room where all of the great info will be shared will have Wi-Fi Access and YOU get to be the company to select the Wi-Fi Code to use for all attendees…this is an awesome opportunity for everyone to KNOW your NAME…For example – GULFCOASTFORUM…YOU decide and everyone uses that code to access the WiFi!
Price: $13,500 per Forum **Includes two attendee passes & traditional Sponsor Benefits (except for speaking slot or Kiosk).

»Opening Night Reception Sponsorship – Exclusive Sponsorship of Opening Reception to the Gulf Coast Energy Forum. Benefits include email blast to entire Gulf Coast Energy Forum database announcing that you are the Reception Sponsor, signage at the bar in the hotel, etc.
Price: $13,500 per Forum + cost of food & beverage **Includes two attendee passes

»Room Drop Sponsorship – Your company will have an item of your choice placed inside each attendee’s room that stays within the official hotel block.
Price: $13,500 + Hotel Drop Fee **Includes two attendee passes

»Elevator Wrap Sponsorship – Place YOUR company logo or design of choice on elevator wraps that will be prominently displayed on the elevators facing the entry way of the Foyer and session rooms. Every time an attendee leaves the Foyer, they will be reminded of YOUR brand.
Pricing: Varies per location and hotel.

»Column Wrap Sponsorship – Catch the attention of Gulf Coast Energy Forum attendees as they make their way into the Foyer to network and connect! Have YOUR company logo or design of choice placed strategically on Columns throughout the Foyer.
Pricing: Varies per location and hotel.

»Floor Sticker Sponsorship – With the design of your choice, your floor stickers will be placed throughout the Foyer and Session room. They may be “stepped” on, but surely WON’T be missed!
Pricing: Varies per location and hotel.

»Water Bottle Sponsorship – Place YOUR company logo or design of choice on a water bottle for attendees to hydrate and carry with them throughout the Forum as well as to carry home with them to continue to use and see your logo at all times!
Pricing: Varies based on location.

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Contact Christy Coleman for more information at ccoleman@accessintel.com or 713-343-1873.

Press Releases

Tuesday, October 3rd, 2023

The 5th Annual Gulf Coast Energy Forum takes place in New Orleans, Oct. 9-11, 2023

Ensuring continued availability of secure, affordable, and sustainable energy for U.S. Gulf Coast natural gas markets while supporting growth in LNG Exports to global markets is the focus of a gathering of hundreds of industry decision-makers in October. 

–>The 5th Annual Gulf Coast Energy Forum takes place in New Orleans Oct. 9-11, 2023

Recap Videos

2022: Wednesday Recap, Networking Activity Recap, Wednesday Reception Recap, Thursday Recap

2021: Monday Recap, Brewery Tour Recap, Tuesday Recap

2019: Monday Recap, WWII Group Tour,  Tuesday Recap

2019 Gulf Coast Agenda

Monday, October 14

Start Time	End Time	Information
7:00 AM	8:00 AM	Networking with the Industry: Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:00 AM	8:15 AM	Welcome & Overview Speaker: Ms. Christy Coleman, Vice President, Gulf Coast Energy Forum
8:15 AM	9:00 AM	Welcome Address: Speaker: Mr. Billy Nungesser, Lt. Governor, State of Louisiana
9:00 AM	9:45 AM	Presentation: U.S. LNG Development and Update Speaker: Mr. Charlie Riedl, Executive Director, Center for LNG
9:45 AM	10:30 AM	Presentation: Speaker: Mr. Joseph F. Uddo III, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Market Development and Energy Innovation, U.S. Department of Energy
10:30 AM	11:00 AM	Networking Break
11:00 AM	11:45 AM	Presentation: Speaker: Congressman Steve Scalise, Congressman, US House Of Representatives
11:45 AM	12:00 PM	Board Buses & Depart for Optional Afternoon Networking Activity (Group Tour - National World War II Museum)
12:00 PM	5:00 PM	Group Tour - National World War II Museum
5:00 PM	6:30 PM	Monday Evening Attendee Welcome Reception sponsored by Quorum Software (Located in the Magnolia Ballroom – 3rd Floor)

Tuesday, October 15

Start Time	End Time	Information
7:00 AM	8:00 AM	Networking with the Industry: Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:00 AM	8:15 AM	Welcome & Overview Speaker: Ms. Christy Coleman, Vice President, Gulf Coast Energy Forum
8:15 AM	10:15 AM	Panel: Transporting gas supply to market - traditional and non-traditional (virtual pipelines) Click here for details. Perspectives on strategies and infrastructure updates for transporting gas from supply sources to markets on the U.S. Gulf Coast. Discussion of alternatives for transporting feedgas to LNG export terminals, capacity utilization projections and de-bottlenecking plans. Also, includes examination of alternative methods for delivery of natural gas where/when traditional pipelines and distribution systems are unavailable or impractical, leveraging transportation of LNG and CNG. Moderator: Mr. Pat Strange, President, Spire Marketing Inc. Speakers: Mr. Craig Harris, Executive VP & Chief Operating Officer, Enable Midstream Partners   Mr. Seong Oh, Business Development Manager, Chart Inc.   Dr. Jonathan Ochoa, Sr. Director Commercial Optimization & Market Fundamentals, Energy Transfer   Mr. Sam Thigpen, Founder/CEO, Thigpen Solutions   Mr. Bobby Huffman, Vice President - U.S. Marketing, Southern Region, Enbridge Gas Transmission & Midstream
10:15 AM	10:45 AM	Networking Break
10:45 AM	12:45 PM	Panel: Serving Global LNG Markets from U.S. Gulf Coast LNG Export Terminals Click here for details. Infrastructure updates for U.S. Gulf Coast LNG Export Terminals (operational, in-construction, FID approved, planned 2nd wave). Discussion of feedgas supply arrangements, progress in attaching global markets and evolving commercial strategies. Also includes examination of domestic demand competition, and perspectives on end use market considerations. Moderator: Mr. Sam Centanni, Originator, East Region, ConocoPhillips Speakers: Mr. Takeshi Shinohara, Senior Vice President, Osaka Gas USA Corporation   Mr. Vince Morrissette, Commercial Director, LNG Limited   Mr. Jim Diemer, President, Sempra LNG   Mr. Tom Earl, Chief Commercial Officer, Venture Global LNG   Mr. Jeff Hammad, Chief Commercial Officer, Golden Pass LNG
12:45 PM	2:30 PM	Keynote Lunch: Natural gas: Abundant and affordable…what does the future look like? Click here for details. The world is facing a dual challenge: Demand for energy is increasing at the same time that consumers are asking for lower carbon, cleaner energy. Natural gas is a key part of the solution - in North America and around the world. How can we, as an industry, reinforce positive messages about this abundant and affordable fuel? Speaker: Mr. Orlando Alvarez, Chairman and President of BP America, BP Energy
2:30 PM	4:00 PM	Panel: Market Fundamentals Surrounding LNG Exports From The U.S. Gulf Coast Click here for details. Discussion of LNG and natural gas market fundamentals including supply/demand dynamics, recent past performance, inter-basin supply competition, demand competition (domestic and export), evolving flow patterns, domestic and global pricing impacts, policy impacts and future forecasts. Moderator: Mr. Tom Thackston, Director, Gas Origination, Direct Energy Speaker: Mr. J.C. Kneale, VP, NA Gas, Power, NGL Sales, Intercontinental Exchange Inc.   Mr. Dustin Meyer, Director, American Petroleum Institute
4:00 PM	6:00 PM	Cocktail Reception - Hosted by the Sponsors

Wednesday, October 16

Start Time	End Time	Information
7:00 AM	8:00 AM	Networking with the Industry: Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:00 AM	8:05 AM	Welcome & Overview Speaker: Ms. Christy Coleman, Vice President, Gulf Coast Energy Forum
8:05 AM	8:45 AM	Opening Keynote: Gas storage needs for LNG export facilities Click here for details. •Storage proximity to liquefaction facilities (response time to changing conditions is key) •Desire to protect for a liquefaction train trip by contracting for very high injection deliverability (ability to balance their supply load) •Existing salt domes designed to deliver high withdrawal deliverability •Resolution of this apparent disconnect is generally stranding storage capacity by offering a disproportionate amount of injection rights or building new “purpose built” caverns •Lead time on new caverns is 3-4 years •Trend towards storage for operational balancing vs storage for spread arbitrage Speaker: Mr. Tim Hermann, President, Storage & Fuels, Southern Company Gas
8:45 AM	9:30 AM	Presentation: LNG Exports their current status and longer term potential Click here for details. Historical and forecast global energy consumption with a focus on significant US and Australian LNG production facilities. Discussion of various power generation and growth in electric vehicles Speaker: Mr. Eric Smith, Associate Director, Tulane University
9:30 AM	9:45 AM	Networking Break
9:45 AM	10:30 AM	Presentation: Finding a home for US exports: exploring the near and mid-term global demand fundamentals that US exporters should consider Click here for details. -An exploration of the short term demand dynamics which will influence global LNG prices through the next 12-18 months. -The near term outlook for European gas prices and an explanation of their growing importance for US exporters. Speaker: Mr. James Fowler, Energy Market Development Manager, ICIS
10:30 AM	11:15 AM	Presentation: The U.S. Shale Gas Boom, and Exporting LNG to a Mostly Poor, Energy-Deprived World Click here for details. Since the U.S. shale gas revolution took flight back in 2008, domestic gas production has boomed 60%. While the country surely does have rising gas demand, a surplus of gas will be available for export. U.S. LNG will be critical to helping the world meet its rising "dash to gas," where natural gas is the go-to fuel to help lower emissions and backup intermittent wind and solar power. The U.S. is now set to become the largest LNG seller by 2024, and continued bi-partisan support is essential. Simply put, U.S. LNG is a force for good. Speaker: Mr. Jude Clemente, Principal, JTC Energy Research Associates, LLC
11:15 AM	12:00 PM	Presentation: At the Intersection of LNG and the World Economy Click here for details. The continued emergence of LNG as a global fuel is accelerating the maturation of the once backwater market. Also, a host of opportunities are being presented to domestic producers that will open the door for their molecules to reach the world. We will talk about how LNG is intersecting tomorrow’s decisions by global companies that will affect how gas is distributed and priced. Imagine a domestic gas producer selling gas beyond the horizon and receiving a netback price based on European and Asian formula’s. There are people out “there” right now wanting to buy gas for long-term projects…and we have been advising them. In the very near future, no matter where you produce and market your gas, currently, a good portion of your molecules will, in the very short-term, be frozen and onboard a ship sailing away from the US. Speaker: Dr. James Duncan, President, The International Research Institute for Climate and Society, Earth Institute, Columbia University, and Co-founder Latigo Energy Group

2021 Gulf Coast Agenda

Monday, October 11

Start Time	End Time	Information
7:15 AM	8:15 AM	Networking with the Industry: Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:15 AM	8:30 AM	Welcome & Overview: Speaker: Ms. Christy Coleman, Vice President, LDC Gas Forums
8:30 AM	9:15 AM	Opening Keynote: U.S. LNG Development and Update 2021 Click here for details. •US LNG Update 2021 •LNG’s role in a clean energy future •Global LNG marketplace dynamics •The role of the US in changing global LNG market dynamics •Additional LNG topics you think would be important to address Speaker: Mr. Charlie Riedl, Executive Director, Center for LNG - (Speaking Virtually)
9:15 AM	10:00 AM	Presentation: Enlightened Energy: Shore Power, Marine bunkering from shore to ship, Peak shaving, Pipeline integrity support, and emergency response Click here for details. Stabilis reports on LNG activity on the Gulf Coast: marine bunkering, Mexico exports, utility support with emergency response, peak shaving, pipeline outages, remote power, and early commissioning. Speaker: Mr. Steve Stump, Sr. VP Sales & Marketing, Stabilis Solutions
10:00 AM	10:30 AM	Networking Break
10:30 AM	12:00 PM	Panel: State of the Gulf - Market Fundamentals, Supply/Demand, Pricing, Forecasts Click here for details. This panel of leading expert analysts provides a comprehensive assessment and analysis of current and forecasted natural gas market conditions for the Gulf Coast region. This information serves as a valuable foundational basis for the overall Agenda. Moderator: Mr. Brian Rhodes, Director, Asset Management and Origination, ConocoPhillips Speakers: Ms. Fauzeya Rahman, Reporter, ICIS - (Speaking Virtually)   Mr. Jamison Cocklin, Managing Editor, LNG, Natural Gas Intelligence - (Speaking Virtually)   Mr. Sam Andrus, President, Carina Energy Consulting
12:00 PM	12:30 PM	Board Buses & Depart for Optional Afternoon Networking Activity (Group Tour - Urban South Brewery Tour)
12:30 PM	4:00 PM	Group Tour - Urban South Brewery Tour
4:00 PM	6:00 PM	Monday Evening Attendee Welcome Reception (11th Floor - Observatory Eleven Bar)

Tuesday, October 12

Start Time	End Time	Information
7:15 AM	8:15 AM	Networking with the Industry: Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:15 AM	8:30 AM	Welcome & Overview:
8:30 AM	9:15 AM	Opening Keynote: DT Midstream’s Carbon-Neutral Expansion in Haynesville Eyeing LNG Export Opportunities Click here for details. DT Midstream has an enviable market, delivering natural gas across the United States and into Canada, but a new project in the Haynesville Shale is looking to the discriminating cadre of overseas customers that want carbon-neutral fuel. Aspects to be shared include a detailed a unique project underway in the gas-rich Haynesville Shale to expand services for liquefied natural gas (LNG) customers. Speaker: Mr. Paul Teske, VP - Southern Region, DT Midstream
9:15 AM	10:00 AM	Presentation: Boardwalk Pipeline Partners, LP and the Lake Charles and Mississippi River Corridor Markets Click here for details. End use demand for natural gas in the Lake Charles and Mississippi River Corridor is expected to grow annually over the next 10 years. Considering the economic and regulatory challenges of greenfield projects, the ability to modernize and strategically expand existing assets is imperative. Boardwalk Pipeline Partners’ core assets in the Lake Charles and Mississippi River Corridor market area, and recent acquisition of the Varibus Natural Gas Pipeline, have us well positioned to remain a cost-effective solution for existing markets and the expected growth. Speaker: Mr. Brent Beitler, Director, Marketing & Business Development, Boardwalk Pipeline Partners, LP
10:00 AM	10:30 AM	Networking Break
10:30 AM	11:45 AM	Panel: Where there's a will, there's a way - Transporting gas supply to market via traditional and non-traditional methods Click here for details. With increasing policy, regulatory and NGO resistance to midstream infrastructure additions and expansions, traditional development approaches may not be successful. This panel describes numerous case studies for real-world alternatives to deliver natural gas supply to markets. Includes virual pipeline projects, small scale LNG, CNG, etc. Moderator: Mr. Pat Strange, President, Spire Marketing Inc. Speakers: Mr. Jack Weixel, Senior Director, IHS Markit   Mr. Erik Langeteig, Business Development Manager, Chart Inc.   Mr. Sam Thigpen, Founder/CEO, Sapphire Gas Solutions   Mr. Justin Stankiewicz, Director of Business Development - Pipelines, Renewables, and Marlin Gas, Marlin Gas Services | Chesapeake Utilities Corporation
11:45 AM	1:45 PM	Keynote Lunch: Combat Mindset for the Marketplace Click here for details. Captain Fleming has been deployed overseas six times with the U.S. Army’s elite 75th Ranger Regiment in support of both Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. He has been wounded in combat on three separate occasions and has undergone 23 surgeries, one of which resulted in a trans-tibial amputation of his left leg. While most would assume this type of injury would conclude someone’s service to their country. Captain Fleming has re-deployed five times since his injuries, each time going right back into the fight. He is one of the few amputees who have been able to redeploy into combat as an amputee. After serving with distinction and receiving numerous awards and decorations, including the Meritorious Service Medal, two Bronze Star medals with Valor, and three Purple Hearts, he retired from active duty and still serves our country in other capacities. He has completed marathons, triathlons, tough mudders and cycling events throughout the United States and is also a sought after inspirational speaker. Numerous Fortune 500 companies have asked Chad to bring his message of resilience, perseverance, and his “Never Quit” attitude into their companies to help build their corporate teams. He is a Board Member for the “Lone Survivor Foundation,” and travels around the country as part of Marcus Luttrell’s Patriot Tour. Speaker: Captain Chad Fleming, Retired U.S. Army Captain, Fleming Holdings, Inc
2:00 PM	2:45 PM	Presentation: The Role of RSG and New Energy Ventures in Achieving Climate Targets Across the Nat Gas Supply Chain Speaker: Ms. Angela John, New Energy Ventures Director, Williams
2:45 PM	4:00 PM	Panel: Exciting new innovations to benefit the natural gas value chain Click here for details. Mandates for ESG, low carbon footprint, and responsibly-sourced energy are clearly demanding "Energy Transition" for natural gas markets.This panel introduces and describes a variety of novel innoovations arriving on the scene that challenge traditional methods, and pave the way for compliance with these new mandates. Moderator: Mr. Sean Jump, Managing Director, Sia Partners Speakers: Mr. Scott Shields, Partner, New Energy Development Company LLC   Mr. Fletcher Sturm, Managing Member, Xpansiv   Mr. Alexis Sohr, CCO, Edge Energy   Mr. Jay Bhatty, CEO & Founder, NatGasHub.com
4:00 PM	6:00 PM	Cocktail Reception-Hosted by the Sponsors

Wednesday, October 13

Start Time	End Time	Information
7:15 AM	8:15 AM	Networking with the Industry: Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:15 AM	8:30 AM	Welcome & Overview: Speaker: Ms. Christy Coleman, Vice President, LDC Gas Forums
8:30 AM	9:15 AM	Opening Keynote: What’s Happening in Washington? Click here for details. Washington, DC is often described as a chaotic place. That is even more so this fall, as budget deadlines and Administration agendas are being debated and discussed. Listen in to this presentation to learn some of what is going on, especially as it relates to natural gas distribution operators. Also, if you think your opinion doesn’t matter to policymakers, you definitely want to attend this session. You will learn that you should engage and how to get your voice heard. Don't miss it! Speaker: Mr. Stuart Saulters, VP, Federal Affairs, American Public Gas Association - (Speaking Virtually)
9:15 AM	10:45 AM	Gas Buyers' Panel Click here for details. Panel of Gas Buyer's share perspectives on purchasing expectations, solution alternatives, as well as outlooks on market conditions and policy implications. 1) Do you see current commodity pricing continuing at current levels? Are you employing hedging strategies to lock in current prices? 2) Are current higher gas price levels impacting electric generation power burn in your areas (i.e., coal switching) 3) Are you concerned with storage inventory levels currently being lower than this time last year? 4) Did the President’s Day Weekend weather events result in any changes to your company’s gas purchasing strategy or risk management process? 5) Does global demand for natural gas and increased LNG exports from the United States affect your supply strategy? 6) With many oil and gas producers struggling in the current environment, have you made changes to your gas supplier line up? 7) What expectations does your company have for suppliers (producers/marketers) to develop new product offerings incorporating a lower carbon footprint (e.g., carbon offsets, carbon capture, RNG, etc.) Are the renewable percentage targets being imposed by various lawmakers practically achievable? What will the price impact be on ratepayers? 8) Considering renewables and ESG policies, how are these affecting your purchasing strategies? 9) Have your company’s greenhouse gas emission goals affected your natural gas purchasing strategy? 10) Does your company plan to make purchases of renewable natural gas? If so, is there a specific strategy regarding management of the price premium? 11) Does your company plan to make purchases of low methane emission intensity geologic production? If so, what is your strategy regarding certification? 12) Has increasing difficulty in completing pipeline expansion projects affected your strategy around supply sourcing? 13) Are you concerned with the legislative push in some states for 100% renewable energy in the near future? 14) Do you anticipate local lawmakers adopting bans on new natural gas connections? If so, how will your company respond? 15) Does the heavy concentration of large industrial demand along the Gulf Coast (e.g. Petrochem, etc.) affect your gas buying strategy? Moderator: Mr. Cleve Hogarth, Principal, Cleveland Advisory LLC Speakers: Mr. Donnie Sharp, Consultant, Huntsville Utilities - (Speaking Virtually)   Mr. Alan King, Vice President, PBF Energy - (Speaking Virtually)   Mr. Eric Schiffer, Director, DTE Gas Company
10:45 AM	11:15 AM	Networking Break

Media Articles

2023 Media Articles

• Golden Pass LNG Exec Says Infrastructure, Supply Partnerships Critical as Start Date Nears (Natural Gas Intelligence)
• Questions Loom Over Haynesville Production as LNG Export Capacity Surge Nears (Natural Gas Intelligence)
• U.S. LNG Exports Poised to Drive Another Wave of Pipeline Projects, Execs Say (Natural Gas Intelligence)
• Nearly Two Dozen LNG Projects Still Facing Uncertainty Over DOE Export Policy (Natural Gas Intelligence)
• Cove Point LNG terminal in Maryland resumes production after scheduled maintenance (S&P Global Commodity Insights)
• Golden Pass LNG developer sticks to late 2024 startup as commissioning nears(S&P Global Commodity Insights)
• LNG build-out along US Gulf Coast brings increased focus on feedgas (S&P Global Commodity Insights)
• Lake Charles LNG customers urge US DOE to act on new export license (S&P Global Commodity Insights)

2022 Media Articles

• Texas LNG, Magnolia Projects to Reach FID in 2023: Glenfarne (Bloomberg News)
• Europe to warm to long-term LNG deals as governments step in – Sempra exec (S&P Global Market Intelligence)
• Limits on US pipeline, export hardware pose biggest risk to LNG growth – experts (S&P Global Market Intelligence)
• Gas industry must plan for long term even as demand surges today – BP executive (S&P Global Market Intelligence)
• Limits in Short-term Gulf Coast LNG Export Capacity Could Fuel Price Slump as Production Builds (Natural Gas Intelligence)
• Williams Exec Says More Industry-Led Certified Natural Gas Initiatives Needed to Build ‘Common Currency’ (Natural Gas Intelligence)
• U.S. LNG Export Development Opens Door to Hydrogen, Sempra’s Brouillette Says (Natural Gas Intelligence)
• Energy Transition to Bring More Volatility, Opportunity for Natural Gas Firms, BP’s Alvarez Says (Natural Gas Intelligence)

2021 Media Articles

• APGA official knocks electrification, renewables push in US reconciliation bill (S&P Global Platts)
• Williams looks at Transco, Haynesville as potential RSG plays (S&P Global Platts)
• Certified natural gas: Midstream sector begins embracing concept, standards (S&P Global Platts)
• LNG Growth Said Creating Competitive Global Natural Gas Markets (Natural Gas Intelligence)

2019 Media Articles

• As Gulf Coast LNG terminals increase draw on gas, outages could stress pipelines (S&P Global Market Intelligence)
• ‘We are collateral damage’: Gas industry grapples with political winds (S&P Global Market Intelligence)
• Industry must bolster argument for long-term role of US gas, BP exec says (S&P Global Market Intelligence)
• New York Utility in Faceoff With Cuomo Eyes Natural Gas by Truck (Bloomberg News)
• Sempra Is in Process of Lining Up Port Arthur LNG Financing (Bloomberg News)
• Enbridge Completes Open Season for Louisiana Gas Pipe Reversal (Bloomberg News)
• Gulf Coast LNG Projects Ready to Play Let’s Make A Deal (Natural Gas Intelligence)
• Five U.S. LNG Export Projects Eyed for Sanctioning in 2020 (Natural Gas Intelligence)
• Natural Gas Industry Urged to Advance ‘Positive Message’ to Ensure Pipelines, LNG Buildout Continues (Natural Gas Intelligence)
• Northeast Pipeline Capacity Hits New Regulatory Roadblocks (Energy Intelligence)
• Budding US LNG Export Sector Faces Host of ‘Challenges’ (Energy Intelligence)

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