Social Functions

2025 Social Functions
Networking is the secret key to unlocking success. It isn’t just networking, but building relationships that matter. It all begins with having fun and meeting new people! Join us for these fun social events that will help you expand your career by building relationships and friendships that will last a lifetime!

Monday Evening Attendee Welcome Reception 

When: Monday, June 9, 2025 (See Agenda for exact time)
Location: Bar 10 at the Westin Copley Place
Time: 4:45 PM – 6:45 PM

After the networking activities on Monday, stop by and join us for drinks and networking. Open to all registered attendees.

Networking with the Industry: Registration and Continental Breakfast

When: Monday-Wednesday, June 9-11, 2025 (See Agenda for exact time)

Don’t miss out on this key networking time! Every morning before the conference sessions start, grab some coffee and a quick bite, then start mingling with other attendees!

Keynote Lunch 

When: Tuesday, June 10, 2025 (See Agenda for exact time)

Check out who’s at your table at the Keynote Lunch on Tuesday! See someone you’ve been trying to talk with? Grab the chair next to them! A great chance to have extended conversation!

Cocktail Reception

When: Tuesday, June 10, 2025 (See Agenda for exact time)
Location: America Ballroom Foyer

The Bar is Open! Immediately after the conference sessions on Tuesday, it’s Party Time!  Drinks and food and great networking! 

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2012 Northeast Agenda

Sunday, June 10

Start Time	End Time	Information
7:00 PM	9:00 PM	OpenLink & SolArc Welcome Cocktail Reception (Boston Marriott Copley Place)

Monday, June 11

Start Time	End Time	Information
7:00 AM	8:15 AM	Networking with the Industry: Registration & 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 Address Click here for details. “The Role of Pipelines: Reliably Delivering Natural Gas to the Market” Hear how the benefits of new natural gas pipeline infrastructure are tangible from reliability, environmental and cost savings perspectives. Due to recent energy production activity in the Northeast U.S., abundant supplies of natural gas are knocking on New England’s door. New England needs additional natural gas pipeline infrastructure to get this gas to the market. Companies like Spectra Energy are well positioned and eager to build the infrastructure required to deliver natural gas supplies to market – with market commitment. Speaker: Mr. Brian R. McKerlie, deceased, Enbridge Inc.
9:45 AM	11:15 AM	Supply & Demand – Supply, Supply, Supply!!! Marcellus Shale Play! Click here for details. How will the reports of reduced drilling by E&P Firms, versus actual drilling activity affect the supply of natural gas in 2012 and beyond? What about LNG exports and the rapidly increasing demand for gas fired Power Generation? As production shifts to Liquid Rich plays in the Marcellus, the markets are changing daily, and it is hard to keep up with all of the changes in the industry -- our panel of experts will make sense of the Supply and Demand issues in the NE region and beyond! Moderator: Mr. Jared L. Kaiser, Chief Operating Officer - Natural Gas, bp Speakers: Mr. Jens Økland, President, Statoil Natural Gas LLC   Mr. Andrew W. Bradford, Sr. Commercial Director, North American Natural Gas, S&P Global   Ms. Teri Viswanath, Managing Director, Global Energy Research Advisors
11:15 AM	11:15 AM	Depart for Afternoon Activities (Golf, Spa, or Tour)

Tuesday, June 12

Start Time	End Time	Information
7:00 AM	8:00 AM	Networking with the Industry: Registration & Continental Breakfast
8:00 AM	8:15 AM	Welcome & Overview Speaker: Ms. Christy Coleman, Vice President, LDC Gas Forums
8:15 AM	9:00 AM	Morning Keynote Address Click here for details. How a Wishy-Washy Natural Gas Market Provoked an Investment Resurgence… And More Reasons Why the Natural Gas Market Won’t Spiral Forever The natural gas futures market spent the first decade of its existence as a mute market before supply concerns triggered an investment renaissance (sort of)…and then the rollercoaster ride began. Generated by supply concerns the market responded to a supply/demand equilibrium shift that shaped volatile prices previously unseen in the market prior to the new century. Price volatility and supply availability were the watchwords paramount to manage risk. The shale gas revolution has moved end-user focus away from concerns about supply and lowered the mean price of natural gas away from decade highs and closer to historic low prices. These low prices may have an intense impact on future drilling, which could impact available supplies. Is a return to natural gas price volatility inevitable? How do producers see the current market and what might their response look like from an available supply perspective? One model we might research is that of manufacturers of the past. The problem that all manufacturers have had over the years…at what price do we achieve equilibrium, which is defined as producers being willing to invest and receive an acceptable return on investment? And at what level do end users find acceptable costs? It’s a given that we will have high storage at the end of the current injection season. Recent rig count reports have the pursuit of natural gas seemingly weakening. Prices will have to rise enough to encourage producers to drill. Seeking a return to equilibrium may traverse the price volatility path, again…or will current associated gas production be more than enough to meet current and future demand? Speaker: James Duncan, President, The International Research Institute for Climate and Society, Columbia University
9:00 AM	10:45 AM	Regulatory Updates - Looking Over the Horizon Click here for details. This session offers a fast paced review of what we know and what we expect to impact the natural gas industry, markets and prices in the Northeast. How will government / environmental regulations affect the price and usage of natural gas for the future? There are still many questions that remain regarding Dodd / Frank, EPA regulations and from FERC for the NE region. What is the role that natural gas will play in meeting the interrelated goals of environmental sustainability, economic growth and energy security? Will new rules on Hydraulic Fracturing and Green Completions change the pace of U.S. gas development? Moderator: Ms. Kelly Hartman, Senior Director, CME Group Speakers: Ms. Diane Zeiler, Manager, Regulatory Affairs, EDF Energy Services   Mr. Lou D'Amico, President & Executive Director, Pennsylvania Independent Oil & Gas Association   Mr. Matthew Picardi, Sr, Regulatory Manager, Shell Energy   Mr. Charles Shoneman, Partner, Bracewell & Giuliani LLP
10:45 AM	11:15 AM	Break
11:15 AM	12:30 PM	Global Issues Affecting Your Natural Gas Click here for details. With expansion of emerging economies and their thirst for energy, the world continues to rapidly change and so do the risks within the Natural Gas Industry...new challenges, new opportunities and new rewards await! Our panel will discuss the Fresh Realities of the “day” and the prospects for the Northeast Region. Moderator: Mr. Jeff W. Welch, President, NAmerico Energy Holdings Speakers: Mr. Phil Ribbeck, President, Repsol Energy North America   Mr. Teddy Kott, Head of Global Gas Analysis, EDF Energy Services   Mr. Joseph P. Murphy, Partner, JPM Consulting
12:30 PM	2:00 PM	Luncheon & Keynote Address Click here for details. “The Role of Natural Gas: Fueling America’s Economic Growth” Natural gas is an abundant resource that will continue to provide economic benefits for communities across the United States. New technologies are making it possible to safely and economically produce more cleaner-burning natural gas than ever before. Speaker: Mr. Steve P. Kirchhoff, Vice President Americas, ExxonMobil Gas & Power Marketing Company
2:15 PM	4:30 PM	Project Updates for the Northeast Region ~ Marcellus Updates Click here for details. Pipelines, Transportation, Storage, LNG Import/Export, NGLs and More ~ Hear about the many projects in the region that are affecting the natural gas industry in the region and around the country ~ Marcellus Shale Play is the Real Deal! From gas-to-liquids pipeline conversions to LNG exports, the projects are numerous throughout the Northeast and this is THE PLACE to learn how these could “make or break” your strategy in 2013. Moderator: Mr. Scott E. Rupff, VP, Marketing, Development & Commercial Operations, Iroquois Pipeline Operating Company Speakers: Mr. Dan P. Fowler, retired, Dominion Transmission Inc.   Mr. William R. Moler, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Tallgrass Energy   Stan Brownell, VP Business Development, Natural Gas & LNG, Argus Media Inc.   Mr. Bob Riga, General Manager, Northeast Business Development, Enbridge Inc.   Mr. Preston Troutman, Vice President, Business Development, Tennessee Gas Pipeline Co., LLC   Mr. Kenneth W. Yagelski, Managing Director Gas Supply, Southern Company Gas
4:30 PM	6:30 PM	Corporate Sponsor Reception

Wednesday, June 13

Start Time	End Time	Information
7:15 AM	8:15 AM	Networking with the Industry: Registration & Continental Breakfast
8:15 AM	8:30 AM	Welcome & Overview Speaker: Ms. Christy Coleman, Vice President, LDC Gas Forums
8:30 AM	10:15 AM	LNG ~ Exporting and Importing LNG Click here for details. What are the options and the possibilities that LNG will bring to the table for the NE Region and the U.S.? With the recent approvals to start Nat Gas Exports from the U.S., this session will explore in detail how the entry of the U.S. into a global gas market will impact trends and prices. How much gas will be leaving U.S. shores and does this new wave help or hurt prices for players in the value chain? Moderator: Mrs. Kristen D. Kifer, Gas Marketing Team Lead, Hess Corporation Speakers: Mr. Bill Cooper, President, Center for Liquefied Natural Gas   Mr. David Givens, Head of Natural Gas and Power Services, North Americaa, Argus Media Inc.   Mr. Sean Sullivan, Industry editor, S&P Global Market Intelligence   Mr. Bruce C. McKay, Managing Director, Federal Affairs, Dominion
10:15 AM	10:45 AM	Break
10:45 AM	12:00 PM	Gas Buyers' Panel Click here for details. Our gas buyer panelists will give you solid and valuable insight into what is currently working, what they have learned from the volatility and what they will do differently next time. Moderator: Mr. Noel J. Bartlo, Vice President - Business Development, Vineyard Oil and Gas Panelists: Mr. John E. Allocca, Director of Gas Contracting & Compliance, National Grid Usa Service Company, Inc.   Mr. Vito Cracchiolo, RETIRED, Central Hudson Gas & Electric   Mr. Dan J. Caravetta, Senior Trader, Natural Gas, NRG Energy Inc.   Ms. Mary Evers, Manager, Gas Supply, Union Gas Limited

2013 Northeast Agenda

Sunday, April 14

Start Time	End Time	Information
7:00 PM	9:00 PM	OpenLink - Evening Welcome Reception Click here for details. Join OpenLink and the LDC Gas Forum attendees for a fun-filled evening to kick off the 2013 Southeast Forum! The reception will take place at the conference hotel, the InterContinental Buckhead hotel.

Monday, April 15

Start Time	End Time	Information
7:15 AM	8:30 AM	Networking with the Industry: Registration & Continental Breakfast
8:30 AM	8:45 AM	Welcome & Overview Speaker: Ms. Christy L. Coleman, Vice President, LDC Gas Forums
8:45 AM	9:30 AM	Keynote Address: International Interest in North America as a Resource Hub Click here for details. "International Interest in North America as a Resource Hub" Why North America? The Rush to Quality - Effects of the Shale Boom and Ramifications Investment Types and Considerations Summary of Recent Gail / EDF JV Announcement Speaker: Mr Jeff W. Welch, President, NAmerico Energy Holdings
9:30 AM	11:00 AM	Regulatory Updates - Looking Over the Horizon Click here for details. Dodd-Frank – April 10th has come and gone – what do we have to worry about next? If I am not compliant, do I still have time to be compliant? How will the emissions issues affect natural gas and the economy and what does it all mean? FERC current agenda – Gas/Electric harmonization and other updates suggested by the gas quarterly report and the possible effects. Moderator: Mr. Matt Picardi, Sr, Regulatory Manager, Shell Energy Speakers: Mr. Michael J. Brosius, Director, OTC Derivatives, National Futures Association   Mr. Jim Tramuto, Vice President - Governmental & Regulatory Strategies of Southwestern Energy Company, Southwestern Energy Company Inc   Mr. Mark Stultz, Senior Vice President, Regulatory Policy & Communications, North American Gas & Power, BP Oil Co
11:15 AM	11:15 AM	Depart for Afternoon Activities (Golf, Spa, & Brewery Tour)

Tuesday, April 16

Start Time	End Time	Information
7:15 AM	8:30 AM	Networking with the Industry: Registration & Continental Breakfast
8:30 AM	8:45 AM	Welcome & Overview Speaker: Ms. Christy L. Coleman, Vice President, LDC Gas Forums
8:45 AM	9:45 AM	Keynote Address Click here for details. Natural Gas…it was the Best of Times, it was the Worst of Times. Depends on who you ask. Just as Charles Dickens was trying to express the dramatic extremes that existed in France at the time, Dr. Duncan will cover the dramatic extremes that exist in the Natural Gas Industry today. Buyers…will you be king forever? Producers & Marketers…what do you need to do to avoid the guillotine? Speaker: James Duncan, President, The International Research Institute for Climate and Society, Columbia University
9:45 AM	10:15 AM	Networking Break
10:15 AM	11:45 AM	Supply & Demand – Supply, Supply, Supply…Demand?...Anyone?...Please? Click here for details. Natural gas is an abundant, widespread resource that will be the fastest-growing major fuel to 2040. This is exciting news for the country and for the natural gas industry…BUT...we need for the demand for natural gas to catch up to the over abundant supply! How will the possibilities of LNG exports, coal to gas switching, NGV's, and other factors play into the mix to get us closer to the right "balance" that makes sense for everyone ~ Producers, Buyers, Marketers, and Consumers? Moderator: Mr. Kevin Holder, Executive Vice President, Magnum Energy Midstream Holdings Speakers: Mr. Brian W. Sellers, Gas Supply Manager, ExxonMobil Gas & Power Marketing Company   Ms. Michelle A. Bloodworth, DOD or WH National Energy Dominance Council Rep   Mr. Jeff Wallace, Vice President - Fuel, Southern Company
11:45 AM	1:15 PM	Luncheon & Keynote Address: The Dynamics of the Dynamic Southeast - What's Hot? Click here for details. The Dynamics of the Dynamic Southeast – What’s Hot? From growing shale supply in the Gulf Coast, to upcoming LNG exports, to potential new pipelines, to forecasts for gas-fired power generation, the Gulf Coast and Southeastern U.S. natural gas markets have plenty of action. This discussion will focus on some of the most impactful events that could shape the Gulf Coast and Southeastern natural gas markets for years to come. Speaker: Mr. Peter Tumminello, Group President, Commercial Businesses, Southern Company Gas, AGL Resources, Inc
1:30 PM	3:00 PM	Financial Outlook/ Risk Analysis – What’s Next? Click here for details. Many Americans lack a full understanding of the link between economic growth and the energy policy options we face in the terms of fueling our future. How will exporting LNG and gas fired generation affect the economy and the natural gas industry? In this day of natural gas “winners” and “losers”, it has become critical to not only understand the implications of the new financial landscape, but to determine how to make these challenges your opportunities in 2013. Moderator: Mr. Chris Neidow, Managing Director - Head of Natural Gas and Oil Marketing, J.P. Morgan Speakers: Mr. Steve Piper, Associate Director, Energy Fundamentals, S&P Global Market Intelligence   Dr. John Felmy, Chief Economist, American Petroleum Institute   Mr. Vince Morrissette, Commercial Director, Magnolia LNG
3:00 PM	4:30 PM	Projects in the Southeast Click here for details. The Southeast is roaring! With Eagle Ford, Haynesville, Barnett, and others “in play” for the region, there’s action and gas flowing all over the Southeast. How does storage that’s nearing full capacity create value in today’s marketplace? How do changing market and supply dynamics affect the Southeast? Will we see long-term price stability? How will the latest news on the CenterPoint Midstream joint venture MLP affect the region and beyond? Get the insight firsthand from the experts who have the details about these new and exciting projects and developments that’ll directly affect the decisions made by the nat gas industry. Moderator: Mr. Michael L. Brown, Consultant - Michael Brown Speakers: Mr. Scott R. Smith, President & CEO, Merchant Energy Holdings, LLC   Mr. James R. Eckert, Sr. VP Commercial Operations, Columbia Pipeline Group   Mr. R. Poe Reed, Sr. VP & Chief Commercial Officer, Interstate Pipelines – CenterPoint Energy
4:30 PM	6:30 PM	Cocktail Reception: Hosted by the Sponsors

Wednesday, April 17

Start Time	End Time	Information
8:15 AM	9:15 AM	Networking with the Industry: Registration & Continental Breakfast
9:15 AM	9:30 AM	Welcome & Overview Speaker: Ms. Christy L. Coleman, Vice President, LDC Gas Forums
9:30 AM	10:15 AM	Keynote Address - New World Order: Transformations in the Natural Gas Industry Click here for details. New World Order: Transformations in the Natural Gas Industry From East to West and North to South, the natural gas market has and continues to experience dramatic fundamental changes. New dynamics are transforming the market and forcing the industry to reevaluate what it once knew. Where have we been, where are we now and where do we go from here; a state of the union for the natural gas market. Speaker: Mr. Justin Carlson, no longer there, S&P Global
10:45 AM	12:00 PM	Gas Buyers' Panel Click here for details. Our gas buyer panelists will give you solid and valuable insight into what is currently working, what they have learned and what they will do differently next time. Moderator: Mr. Jack Maydick, No longer there, MarketView by Drillinginfo Inc. Panelists: Mr. Jerry Grzybowski, Director, Energy Hedging and Accounting, Evonik   Mr. Craig Adams, Director, Gas Supply, Calpine Corporation   Mr. Michael J. Frey, COO, Gas Authority   Mr. Carl Haga, Director - Pipeline Investments, Southern Company

2014 Northeast Agenda

Monday, June 16

Start Time	End Time	Information
7:15 AM	8:30 AM	Networking with the Industry: Registration & Continental Breakfast
8:30 AM	8:45 AM	Welcome & Overview Speaker: Ms. Christy Coleman, Vice President, LDC Gas Forums
8:45 AM	9:45 AM	Opening Keynote Address: Will the Natural Gas Industry Find Harmony? Covering the Marcellus and Beyond Click here for details. Will the Natural Gas Industry Find Harmony? Covering the Marcellus and Beyond Gas/Electric Harmonization: A pointed look at the recent FERC NOPR. Effects of the Weather: A unique perspective on the impact of the weather on the NatGas Industry. Pipeline expansion in the Northeast: What’s the hold-up? EPA Ruling & Coal Power Regulations: How it will impact the NatGas Industry as a whole, the speed of coal to gas conversion, and the supply/demand implications of changing the electric power stack. Crude topics: A look at the possibility of government approval of crude exports and the potential for a revised definition of “crude” to include condensates. Geopolitical issues: Is it realistic to believe that US LNG exports could defuse the situation in the Ukraine/Russia? Possible discussion of more LNG Exporting Terminals approved by the FERC. Speaker: James Duncan, President, The International Research Institute for Climate and Society, Columbia University
10:00 AM	11:30 AM	Risks, Challenges, & Opportunities: Marcellus & Utica Click here for details. With great innovation, comes great responsibility. This panel will explore what the industry is likely to face within the Marcellus region, as well as nationally, including discussions on pricing fluctuations, infrastructure issues, and what the implications are for buyers. The natural gas landscape holds multitudes of opportunities – hear from our speakers on how to effectively harness them and overcome the challenges. Moderator: Mr. Alan Herbst, Principal, Utilis Advisory Group Speakers: Mr. Matthew Picardi, Sr, Regulatory Manager, Shell Energy   Mr. Jan Rune Schøpp, President, Statoil Natural Gas LLC   Mr. Anthony Scaraggi, Vice President, Operations, ENGIE Energy Marketing NA, Inc.
11:30 AM	11:45 AM	Buses Board and Depart for optional Afternoon Activities: Golf, Everett Marine Terminal - Distrigas LNG Plant Tour, or Ye Olde Tavern Tour
11:45 AM	7:30 PM	Optional Afternoon Activities: Golf, Everett Marine Terminal - Distrigas LNG Plant Tour, or Ye Olde Tavern Tour
1:00 PM	5:00 PM	Seminar: Hedging for Budgetary Success ** Additional Registration Fee ** Click here for details. Cost: $495.00 for LDC Gas Forum Attendees / $595.00 for non-attendees. Location: Marriott Copley Hotel Presented by: Mr. Wayne Penello, Founder, Risked Revenue Energy Associates "Hedging for Budgetary Success" will demonstrate to attendees how to communicate to supervisors (PUCs, Board of Directors and rate payers) why hedging is prudent and/or necessary. Attendees will be introduced to a statistical approach developed by the instructor that quantifies the cost/benefit of hedging. They will be exposed to analytical tools that quantify risk in budgetary terms. These tools are used by more than 35 firms, managing more than $65 billion in cash flows, to communicate and document their rationale for hedging. For more detailed course info. and to REGISTER, visit: http://www.ldcgasforums.com/ne/training.html Instructor: Mr. Wayne Penello, CEO & Founder, Risked Revenue Energy Associates

Tuesday, June 17

Start Time	End Time	Information
7:00 AM	8:00 AM	Networking with the Industry: Registration & Continental Breakfast
8:00 AM	8:15 AM	Welcome & Overview Speaker: Ms. Christy Coleman, Vice President, LDC Gas Forums
8:15 AM	9:15 AM	Keynote Address: Revolution to Renaissance - How Shale Gas Is Transforming the Northeast Click here for details. Revolution to Renaissance: How Shale Gas Is Transforming the Northeast American energy is upending old paradigms, thanks in no small part to the shale gas revolution that has transformed the way we think about fueling our future. Technological innovation has granted us access to vast domestic supplies of a cleaner energy that can power our nation’s homes and industry, offer cleaner transportation and even export energy to our allies -- possibilities that seemed just 10 years ago to be pipe dreams. At the epicenter of this energy renaissance is the Marcellus Shale, which is transforming the Northeast into a global power player. From expanding regional storage and pipeline infrastructure to innovative electric market design, what will it take to ensure the full promise of this incredible domestic resource? Speaker: Mr. Marty J. Durbin, Executive Vice President of Government Affairs, America's Natural Gas Alliance
9:15 AM	9:45 AM	Networking Break
9:45 AM	11:30 AM	Marcellus and Utica - Any end in sight? Supply and Demand Growth Outlook Click here for details. Is there enough supply to meet demand? Or will demand pale in comparison to the available supply? In an ever-changing market, it’s crucial to separate facts and fiction when it comes to managing risks and the future. Our experts will share their growth outlooks and how buyers and suppliers can plan accordingly. Moderator: Mr. Michael Brown, Consultant - Michael Brown Speakers: Ms. Amber McCullagh, Senior Analyst, Wood Mackenzie, Inc   Ms. Karen L. Iampen, VP, Trading and Origination, Repsol Energy North America   Mr. Reza Haidari, Director of Natural Gas and NGLs Research & Forecasting, Americas, Thomson Reuters   Mr. John Best, Vice President of Research, IIR Energy   Mr. Michael Lawn, Power & Gas Specialist, Bloomberg
11:30 AM	1:00 PM	Luncheon & Keynote Address: A Winter’s Tale: Getting Gas from Here to There Click here for details. Unconventional resources have transformed the global energy landscape, and the United States is reaping many of the benefits in the form of jobs, economic growth and affordable, reliable supplies of natural gas. On the whole, the industry successfully dealt with a significant “stress test” this past winter, as extreme cold weather led to record-breaking U.S. gas demand for heating requirements. Upon reflection, did the industry deliver as much gas as was needed, to where it was needed, when it was needed, maintaining affordability? What are the settings that will help us do this even better in the future? Speaker: Mr. John R. Dashwood, Vice President Americas, ExxonMobil Gas & Power Marketing Company
1:15 PM	3:15 PM	Project Updates - Part I Moderator: Mr. Sean Sullivan, Industry editor, S&P Global Market Intelligence Speakers: Mr. Josh Gibbon, Director Business Development, Columbia Pipeline Group   Mr. Greg Crisp, General Manager, Business Development, Enbridge Inc.   Mr. Steve Harris, Director, Supply & Trading, Cheniere Energy   Ms. Cynthia Armstrong, Retired, Portland Natural Gas Transmission System   Mr. Thomas Quine, CEO, ODIN   Mr. Sital Mody, President, Natural Gas Pipelines, Kinder Morgan, Inc.
3:15 PM	3:45 PM	Networking Break
3:45 PM	5:45 PM	Project Updates - Part II Moderator: Mr. Wayne Penello, CEO & Founder, Risked Revenue Energy Associates Speakers: Mr. Edmund A. Knolle, Vice President, Marketing and Business Development, Eastern US Commercial Operations, Crestwood Equity Partners LP   Mr. Mark Bering, Vice President Commercial Development, DTE Energy   Mr. Jeffrey R. Schauger, General Manager, National Fuel Gas Company   Mr. Dan Fowler, retired, Dominion Transmission Inc.   Mr. Clay Y. Smith, President, Southern Tier Midstream Partners LLC   Mr. Pedro Santos, CEO and Funder of Oscomp Systems Inc, OsComp Systems, Inc
5:45 PM	7:45 PM	Cocktail Reception – Hosted by the Sponsors

Wednesday, June 18

Start Time	End Time	Information
7:15 AM	8:15 AM	Networking with the Industry: Registration & Continental Breakfast
8:15 AM	8:30 AM	Welcome & Overview Speaker: Ms. Christy Coleman, Vice President, LDC Gas Forums
8:30 AM	9:30 AM	Keynote Address: Welcome Back Volatility - Supply and Demand Fundamentals In a New Gas Marketplace Click here for details. Welcome Back Volatility: Supply and Demand Fundamentals In a New Gas Marketplace Weather Matters! Record Production On Hand….Why the Market Doesn’t Care and E&Ps are Indifferent Storage and Demand in a Tightening Market Systemic Demand Shifts and What to Expect On the 5 Year Horizon Speaker: Mr. Jack Weixel, Senior Director, S&P Global
9:30 AM	10:00 AM	Networking Break
10:00 AM	11:30 AM	Gas Buyers' Panel Moderator: Mr. Jack Maydick, No longer there, MarketView by Drillinginfo Inc. Panelists: Mr. Nick Petruzzella, P.Eng., Retired, Six Nations Natural Gas Company Limited   Mr. Chris Shorts, Director Storage and Transportation, Marketing and Utilization, Union Gas Limited   Mr. Kenneth W. Yagelski, Managing Director Gas Supply, Southern Company Gas   Mr. Andrew R. Price, President & COO, Competitive Energy Services

2015 Northeast Forum Agenda

Sunday, June 14

Start Time	End Time	Information
7:00 PM	9:00 PM	OpenLink & Euler Hermes Welcome Reception Click here for details. Kick off the Northeast Forum with a networking reception hosted by OpenLink & Euler Hermes. Location: Champions (Marriott Copley Bar)

Monday, June 15

Start Time	End Time	Information
7:00 AM	8:00 AM	Networking with the Industry: Registration & Continental Breakfast
8:00 AM	8:15 AM	Welcome and Overview Speaker: Ms. Christy A. Coleman, Vice President, LDC Gas Forums
8:15 AM	9:30 AM	Supply & Demand Outlook for the U.S. and the Northeast – Part I Click here for details. Hear experts discuss the economic sustainability of the U.S. Shale Revolution in the face of an uncertain oil market, as well as big topics facing the Northeast: - Differences in Residential & Commercial Power Demand - Industrial Demand Across the Country - Winters in New England & Pipeline Constraints – What Needs to Change? Moderator: Mr. Alan Herbst, Principal, Utilis Advisory Group Speakers: Dr. Bernard Weinstein, Associate Director, Maguire Energy Institute   Mr. Andrew Bradford, CEO, BTU Analytics, LLC
9:30 AM	10:00 AM	Networking Break
10:00 AM	11:30 AM	Supply & Demand Outlook for the U.S. and the Northeast – Part II Click here for details. Learn the latest on how the low oil and NGL prices are affecting regional production, and hear an overview of the Northeast as experts share insight on where all this gas is headed by addressing the impact of new infrastructure, LNG exports, and regional pricing forecasts. Moderator: Mr. Michael L. Brown, Consultant - Michael Brown Speakers: Mr. Luke Jackson, Senior Energy Analyst, S&P Global   Mr. Reza Haidari, Director of Natural Gas and NGLs Research & Forecasting, Americas, Thomson Reuters   Mr. Keith Crane, Commercial Development Director, ENGIE Energy Marketing NA, Inc.
11:30 AM	11:45 AM	Board Buses and Depart for Afternoon Activities. Click here for details. Depart for optional Afternoon Activities ~ (Whale Watching Cruise, Distrigas LNG Terminal Tour; F1 Boston Racing).
1:00 PM	5:00 PM	Hedging for Budgetary Success Seminar ( ** ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION FEE ** ) Click here for details. This class provides tools that can be used to solve the most common dilemma facing managers of hedge programs; hedge portfolios are designed to insulate a firm’s cash flows from commodity price shocks, but hedge performance is often measured instead by profitability. See FULL course details here: http://www.ldcgasforums.com/ne_training/ Speaker: Mr. Ted Jones, Principal, Risked Revenue Energy Associates

Tuesday, June 16

Start Time	End Time	Information
7:00 AM	8:00 AM	Networking with the Industry: Registration & Continental Breakfast
8:00 AM	8:15 AM	Welcome and Overview Speaker: Ms. Christy A. Coleman, Vice President, LDC Gas Forums
8:15 AM	9:15 AM	Keynote Address: The End of the Innocence ~ Supply and Demand in a Stagnant Production Environment Click here for details. The End of the Innocence: Supply and Demand in a Stagnant Production Environment - The S&D balancing act – where we’ve been and where we are now. - Production concerns for the balance of 2015. - When will demand carry the day and push up prices? - Storage inventory prognostications and impact on Winter 15/16. Speaker: Mr. Jack Weixel, Senior Director, S&P Global
9:15 AM	9:45 AM	Networking Break
9:45 AM	11:30 AM	Project Updates - Part I Click here for details. Pipeline Expansion Projects, Northeast Commercial Activity, LNG Projects, Shale Gas Movement... this panel has it all! Hear from several speakers from leading companies in the region about how their current projects are helping raise the Natural Gas Industry to the next level. Moderator: Mr. Sean Sullivan, Industry editor, S&P Global Market Intelligence Speakers: Mr. Gregory N. Crisp, General Manager, Business Development, Enbridge Inc.   Mr. Mark Bering, Vice President Commercial Development, DTE Energy   Mr. Sital Mody, President, Natural Gas Pipelines, Kinder Morgan, Inc.   Ms. Cynthia L. Armstrong, Retired, Portland Natural Gas Transmission System   Mr. Vince Morrissette, Commercial Director, Magnolia LNG
11:30 AM	1:00 PM	Luncheon & Keynote Address: Revolution is Challenging – My Trench to Your Trench Speaker: Mr. Steven Mueller, Chairman & CEO, Southwestern Energy Company Inc
1:15 PM	3:15 PM	Project Updates - Part II Click here for details. Pipeline Expansion Projects, Northeast Commercial Activity, LNG Projects, Shale Gas Movement... this panel has it all! Hear from several speakers from leading companies in the region about how their current projects are helping raise the Natural Gas Industry to the next level. Moderator: Mr. Brett Barrus, Sr. Policy Advisor, America's Natural Gas Alliance Speakers: Mr. James R. Eckert, Sr. VP Commercial Operations, Columbia Pipeline Group   Mr. Jeffrey Schauger, General Manager, National Fuel Gas Company   Mr. Daniel P. Fowler, retired, Dominion Transmission Inc.   Mr. Guillaume Brossard, Director - Development & LNG, Énergir
3:15 PM	3:45 PM	Networking Break
3:45 PM	5:15 PM	The New Normal Click here for details. With integrated energy markets, the challenges facing policy makers, and the credit risks facing industry players, only one thing is for sure…the natural gas market landscape is ALWAYS changing. This panel’s focus is on the convergence of power, pipes, and LNG in the Northeast. Learn how each shapes the gas and power markets moving forward, and find out what “The New Normal” will be. Moderator: Mr. Diego Molina, President, Shell Trading Risk Management, LLC Speakers: Mr. Greg Hopper, no longer there, ICF   Mr. John Broyles, Senior Natural Gas and Electricity Analyst, New York Independent System Operator (NYISO)   Mr. Patrick McKinnon, Associate, Latigo Energy Group LLC
5:15 PM	7:15 PM	Cocktail Reception – Hosted by the Sponsors

Wednesday, June 17

Start Time	End Time	Information
7:15 AM	8:15 AM	Networking with the Industry: Registration & Continental Breakfast
8:15 AM	8:30 AM	Welcome and Overview Speaker: Ms. Christy A. Coleman, Vice President, LDC Gas Forums
8:30 AM	9:30 AM	Keynote Address: The Great Shale Pullback: Causes and Consequences Click here for details. Ongoing low prices for crude oil and products may lead to production cutbacks in wet gas production by mid-year. The recent rally in natural gas prices represents an early sign of a production slowdown, although shale will continue to be prolific. Should a production plateau materialize, how will it impact Marcellus pricing and supply into Northeast markets? - Pricing and supply - recent history. - Market impact of the crude collapse. - Regional outcomes - Northeast demand and pipeline capacity growth. Speaker: Mr. Steve Piper, Associate Director, Energy Fundamentals, S&P Global Market Intelligence
9:30 AM	10:00 AM	Networking Break
10:00 AM	11:30 AM	Gas Buyers' Panel Click here for details. Our gas buyer panelists will give you solid and valuable insight into what is currently working, what they have learned from volatility and what they will do differently next time. Topics of discussion to include: 1. What will be the impact from electric generation power burn this summer (i.e. coal switching)? 2. Are the planned Marcellus pipeline projects enough to affect the current basis? 3. When will the natural gas industry see a recovery in storage arbitrage? 4. When will the U.S. natural gas market see an increase in industrial demand (in reaction to low prices)? 5. Thoughts on the global LNG market, and how the added demand for US natural gas supplies will affect your supply strategy? 6. When will natural gas production slow down? 7. What buying or pricing strategies are you currently employing, for instance, what if any long-term purchases are you making or how are you managing hedging activities? 8. What factors, other than price, influence your decision to choose one supplier over another? Moderator: Mr. Jack Maydick, No longer there, MarketView by Drillinginfo Inc. Panelists: Mr. David Selbst, Chief Operating Officer, JERA Energy America LLC   Mr. Kenneth W. Yagelski, Managing Director Gas Supply, Southern Company Gas   Mr. Andy R. Price, President & COO, Competitive Energy Services   Mr. Timothy Thornton, no longer there, Lancaster County Natural Gas Authority   Mr. James Tinsley, Director, East Gas Forward Trading and Supply, Direct Energy Business