More Speakers To Be Announced This Week.

Gary will delve into the substantial benefits of using remote operating centers and reducing manual intervention, showcasing how the implementation of cutting-edge technology, including edge devices and cameras, can revolutionize operations. Gary will highlight the power of real-time data for decision-making and predictive maintenance, discussing both the upsides and potential downsides of increased automation. He will address connectivity challenges, such as 5G networks and fiber optics, and their impact on facility operations. Additionally, Gary will emphasize the critical aspect of workforce safety in this evolving technological landscape.

Mark will join the Executive Panel to discuss the LEAF (Lowest Emitting Automated Facility) project, a groundbreaking initiative focused on cost-effective emissions reduction. As the Design Engineer for Marathon’s LEAF Oil Gathering Facility, Mark has played a pivotal role in developing facilities within the Bakken asset that minimize emissions. The only emissions from these facilities come from the flare pilot and Treater heaters during normal operations. To date, 18 facilities have been successfully implemented and are now in production, with individual facilities achieving a peak rate of 20,000 barrels of oil per day. 

Matt Eales, VP of Regulatory Affairs at Targa Resources, brings a wealth of knowledge on navigating the complex regulatory landscape in the upstream unconventional oil and gas sector, exploring how strategic regulatory compliance can drive both emissions reduction and cost-effective technology deployment. Matt's expertise will offer valuable insights into balancing regulatory compliance with operational efficiency and cost.

Dan is a technical specialist in the Rule Registrations Section of the Air Permits Division at the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. 

He has been with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality since 2004.  As technical specialist of the Rules Registration Section, he is currently responsible for the technical review of permit by rule and standard permit registrations.

As an Advanced Engineer in Upstream Research at ExxonMobil, Cory will focus on how cutting-edge data-driven technologies transform operational efficiency and emissions reduction throughout upstream facilities—discussing the role of real-time data analytics in optimizing production processes, enhancing equipment reliability through predictive maintenance and reducing equipment downtime. 

Zac is going to be talking about strategies for reducing emissions and a roadmap to achieving net zero as the largest natural gas producer in the US. The session will explain how EQT is reducing emissions across its assets during the production phase of gas wells in the Appalachian Basin. This includes the replacement of pneumatic devices with electric devices to eliminate emissions sources, installing VRU's and changing operational practices on wells - eg well shut-ins. Zac will also talk through different forms of artificial lift technology for smarter liquid loading, utilizing predictive technologies, highlighting how  EQT ties in emissions reduction to production optimization. 

With more than 20 years of experience in the oil and gas industry. For the better part of the last decade, Shayne has helped multiple private equity companies manage start up, growth, and profitable exit strategies. Most recently helping Riley Exploration Permian transition from a private equity company to being a publicly traded company. Automation, Facility Construction, Infrastructure Planning, Production and Workovers are among Jeter’s responsibilities at Riley Permian. Shayne holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Economics/ Finance from Eastern New Mexico University. While not working, Shayne enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter and playing golf.

Hans  will speak on "Recent Innovations in Flareless Facility Design." He will introduce groundbreaking flareless design technologies that seamlessly integrate into onshore wellsite facilities, transforming traditional operations. Hans will explore how these innovations enhance operational efficiencies for producers and provide strategies for eliminating and monetizing traditional emissions sources. This session will offer valuable insights into the future of flareless facility design and its impact on the oil and gas industry.

A native of Texas, Robert has been part of the oil & gas industry for ~30 years, focusing on problem solving and various technology initiatives in the realm of measurement operations, production optimization, enterprise SCADA, telemetry, and connectivity.  He spent over a decade where he pioneered the introduction and adoption of Control Microsystems’ SCADAPack as well as solutions from Accutech Wireless, Trio DataCom and ClearSCADA.  Since 2016, Robert has been active in accelerating adoption of several newer technologies ranging from cellular based autonomous instruments to WiFi in hazardous areas to connected operator initiatives, Edge computing platforms, and expansive connectivity networks with integrated components that leverage LoRaWAN and LTE.  

Anthony Sisto has been with Specialized Desanders since 2015 coinciding with the company’s entry into the U.S. market providing their industry-leading sand control technology solution. He has been at the forefront of the effort on the ground in all phases of implementation; from pre-job collaboration with clients to delivering and supporting the integration of SDI’s patented equipment/process at the wellsite. In his 21 years in the oil and gas industry, Anthony has held positions ranging from his initial role as field engineer with Halliburton, to various roles in oilfield services and technology sales. In his current position, he leads the sales effort for SDI USA in support of their operations in the Northeast, Bakken, Eagle Ford, and Permian Basin.

Josh Wenzel is FET Global Tubing's Global Sales Manager for Coiled Line Pipe with an extensive career spanning over 15 years. Mr. Wenzel began in project management and sales for a subsea production equipment manufacture, utilizing various product solutions in harsh subsea environments. Mr. Wenzel’s most recent tenure includes a focus on providing spoolable solutions within the line pipe segment to various partners here within the US shale plays and abroad, with an emphasis on flowline, gas injection, CO2 injection, CCUS, chemical injection, and riserless-intervention applications. Featuring a background in both the offshore and onshore segments, Mr. Wenzel has a unique blend of O&G knowledge to problem solve various customer requirements, while providing cost effective and efficient solutions to the ever-changing onshore facilities landscape.

Flexpipe's product design is modular and flexible, making it suitable for a wide range of industry needs, particularly in the transportation of CO2. 

Francisco will discuss the innovative design and application of Flexpipe in the context of emissions reduction and environmental compliance.