The Energy Workforce & Technology Council is geared up for an exciting fall season with a lineup of events designed to foster innovation, collaboration, and professional growth within the energy sector. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s in store for the upcoming months:
🤝 Conferences
2025 Business Optimization Conference
In a time of shifting markets, regulatory pressure, and lean operations, risk management has become a frontline priority. From workforce gaps and regulatory shifts to high-pressure operations and global volatility, companies must stay ahead of the risks that threaten performance and profitability.
The Business Optimization Conference brings together industry leaders, legal and safety experts, and operations professionals for a practical look at how to reduce exposure, strengthen resiliency, and optimize performance under pressure.
Supply Chain Conference
Join the Energy Workforce Supply Chain Committee for our annual conference dedicated to driving efficiencies across supply chain functions. The event aims to equip professionals with the insights and tools needed to optimize supply chain performance, foster innovation, and navigate the complexities of today’s global market.
Bridging Argentina & Texas 2025 | September 8-12, 2025
Energy Workforce has partnered with the Argentina-Texas Chamber, in coordination with the Embassy of the United States in Buenos Aires and the Embassy of Argentina in Washington, and the Province of Neuquén, to conduct a commercial mission of the USA energy sector to Argentina’s Vaca Muerta.
💡 Training Programs
The Frontline Leadership Program & Core Leadership Skills for New and Upcoming Managers Program are two-day seminars designed to transform managers and early-stage leaders from individual contributors into effective leaders.
Frontline Leadership Program
October 28-29 | Warren CAT| Midland, TX | ➤ Register
Power Markets and Oil & Gas: An Economic and Strategic Interplay
This advanced course, facilitated by Dan Romito, Pickering Energy Partners, is designed to bridge the knowledge gap between the electricity sector and the hydrocarbon value chain. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of how grid economics, regulatory dynamics, and market mechanisms directly influence upstream and midstream oil and gas operations.
October 7-8, 2025 | Houston | ➤ Register
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
This advanced course, facilitated by Dan Romito, Pickering Energy Partners, is designed to bridge the knowledge gap between the electricity sector and the hydrocarbon value chain. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of how grid economics, regulatory dynamics, and market mechanisms directly influence upstream and midstream oil and gas operations.
October 21-22, 2025 | Houston | ➤ Register
Oil & Gas 101
Oil and Gas 101 gives an overview of the exploration, drilling, and production phases of oil and natural gas wells, as well as presentations on related subjects, including economics and refining.
October 29-30 | Houston, TX | ➤ Register
Navigating the Workforce Impacts of AI
Join the People & Culture Committee on September 24 for an engaging roundtable discussion on the latest research and market trends on navigating the workforce impacts of AI.
September 24, 2025 | Houston, TX | ➤ Register
AI For Business Leaders Workshop
Learn how AI is reshaping enterprises at the half-day session with Accenture.
October 2, 2025 | Houston, TX | ➤ Register
📢 Chapter Events
Energy Leadership Reception Hosted by U.S. Embassy Buenos Aires, Argentina, Sponsored by GD Energy Products
September 9, 2025 | ➤ Register
Louisiana Chapter Luncheon with Chevron
October 2, 2025 | ➤ Register
Permian Basin Chapter Luncheon
October 8, 2025 | ➤ Register
Leadership Forum with Board Member Derek Kamp, Vice President & General Manager Oil & Gas, Caterpillar Oil and Gas
October 8, 2025 | ➤ Register
Executive Address at Topgolf with Board Chair Sam Sledge, ProPetro Services
October 16, 2025 | ➤ Register
Latin America Chapter: Brazil Kick-Off Reception
October 28, 2025 | ➤ Register
Fifth Annual Middle East Chapter Golf Tournament
November 7, 2025 | ➤ Register
Oklahoma Chapter Clay Shoot
November 7, 2025 | ➤ Register
Permian Clay Shoot
November 11, 2025 | ➤ Register
Leadership Forum with Advisory Board Member Rutger Niers, President & CEO, Ideal Completion Services
November 19, 2025 | ➤ Register
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