2024 Agenda

Monday, June 10

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, LDC Gas Forums
8:15 AM	9:15 AM	Opening Keynote: Keeping the clean energy future reliable and affordable: the critical role of natural gas Click here for details. The population is growing, demand for electricity is soaring and we are in a race to net-zero emissions. How can natural gas help? Speakers: Mr. Freeman Shaheen, President, Chevron Global Gas   Ms. Dena Wiggins, President & CEO, Natural Gas Supply Association
9:15 AM	10:15 AM	Panel: Supply, Demand, Balances, Influences and Predictions - Fundamentals Click here for details. This Panel examines natural gas market fundamentals in the northeast U.S. The Panel is comprised of leading industry analysts who present up-to-the-minute market data and contextual interpretation. Topics addressed include: •Supply / Demand: current balances and forecasts •Price: forecasts; volatility assessment •Market Influences: LNG Exports; midstream infrastructure; powergen; data centers; etc. •Renewables: impacts on markets •Weather: forecasting; hurricane activity; seasonal; temperatures; impacts on markets The information presented and discussed provides an excellent foundation and factual reference resource for the overall agenda and ensuing discussions. Moderator: Ms. Susannah Lee, VP, Northeast, Midwest and Mid-Atlantic Natural Gas Origination, bp Speakers: Ms. Jen Snyder, Consultant, RBN Energy   Mr. Jack Weixel, Senior Director, East Daley Analytics   Mr. James Caron, Meteorologist, Atmospheric G2   Ms. Liz Arthur, Global Head of Enterprise Strategy, Earn DLT
10:15 AM	10:45 AM	Networking Break
10:45 AM	12:15 PM	Panel: Projects Updates – Innovative Solutions Spanning the Value chain Click here for details. Policy, regulatory and NGO resistance to continued development of natural gas markets is building. This panel examines several innovative solutions being employed by leading stakeholders to overcome these headwinds. Examples include virtual pipeline, mobile energy solutions, RNG, project development and construction, as well as traditional pipeline transportation innovations. Moderator: Mr. Steve Toelke, Sr. VP/GM Infrastructure Business Unit, Quantum Fuel Systems LLC Speakers: Mr. Rafael Velasco, Director Process Technology, CB&I   Mr. Sean Phillips, Business Development Manager, REV LNG, LLC   Mr. Ty Webb, Sr. Vice President, Galileo Technologies   Mr. Jeff Tounge, Development Lead, Cashman Preload Cryogenics
12:15 PM	12:30 PM	Board Buses & Depart for Optional Afternoon Networking Activity (Group Tour – Boston Harbor Cruise)
12:30 PM	4:45 PM	Group Tour – Lunch at Renowned Chart House and Boston Harbor Cruise
4:45 PM	6:45 PM	Monday Evening Attendee Welcome Reception

Tuesday, June 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: Paul Ruppert: President BHE GT&S and Chairman of the Interstate Natural Gas Association of America Natural Gas: Reliable, Affordable and Improving the Environment Click here for details. America’s appetite for electricity is growing rapidly and natural gas is a well-positioned solution to reliably meet this demand. In this Keynote presentation, hear from Paul Ruppert as he shares his insight into the industry alongside the challenges and opportunities facing natural gas growth. Speaker: Mr. Paul Ruppert, President, BHE GT&S
9:15 AM	10:00 AM	Presentation: A Market Deferred Click here for details. US natural gas market update. Speaker: Mr. Kevin Little, Managing Director, Macquarie Energy
10:00 AM	10:30 AM	Networking Break
10:30 AM	12:00 PM	Panel: Assessing and Addressing Gas and Electric Reliability Risks - Near Term and Longer Click here for details. Build out of renewable energy power generation and electrification continues in many parts of the country in response to decarbonization and tax policies and subsidies at the state and federal levels. The intermittent nature of renewable energy power generation demands that a consistently reliable and alternative source of power be available when renewables are not. Concurrently, policies that push electrification, as well as new data center demand to support Artificial Intelligence (AI), is translating into a significant forecasted increase in demand for power over the coming decade, with peak day demand stretching existing system capabilities. With gas and electricity markets inextricably tied today, understanding this interdependency and system dynamics is critical to ensuring reliability now and into the future. This is a timely Panel offering valuable perspectives on the topic from experts representing a variety of stakeholder interests and perspectives across industry, markets and government. Moderator: Mr. Cleve Hogarth, Principal, Cleveland Advisory LLC Speakers: Mr. Brian Fitzpatrick, Principal Fuel Supply Strategist, PJM   Mr. Kenneth Yagelski, Director Gas Supply, Southern Company Gas   Mr. Steve Bruns, Senior Vice President, Natural Gas Origination, Tenaska Marketing Ventures   Mr. Blair Hastey, Business Development, Enbridge Inc.
12:00 PM	2:00 PM	Keynote Lunch: Fireside chat with the Rice Brothers. Speakers: Mr. Toby Rice, President & CEO, EQT Corporation   Mr. Danny Rice, CEO, NET Power
2:15 PM	4:00 PM	Panel: There's a new kid in town. Differentiated Gas: an innovation offering a lower-carbon alternative to the energy mix Click here for details. Natural gas suppliers continue to make great strides in innovating low-carbon energy alternatives. Differentiated gas, including certified gas, are gaining significant market interest with actual transactions being inked between suppliers and various market constituents. A proliferation of independent third-party certifiers of low-carbon product attributes across the natural gas value chain have arrived on the scene. This Panel, comprised of experts representing suppliers, end use markets and independent certification entities, will provide a state of the market assessment of product innovations. In addition, the Panel will share practical examples of transactions currently being employed. Moderator: Mr. Jay Bhatty, CEO & Founder, NatGasHub.com Speakers: Mr. Jim Kerr, Chairman, President and CEO, Southern Company Gas   Mr. Toby Rice, President & CEO, EQT Corporation   Mr. Chad Zamarin, Executive Vice President, Corporate Strategic Development, Williams   Mr. Dan Harple, CEO, Context Labs Energy
4:00 PM	6:00 PM	Cocktail Reception hosted by the Forum 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, June 12

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 & Overview: Speaker: Ms. Christy Coleman, Vice President, LDC Gas Forums
8:45 AM	9:30 AM	Opening Keynote: State Spotlight: Introduction to the Massachusetts Office of Energy Transformation Click here for details. Massachusetts announced a first-in-the nation Office of Energy Transformation earlier this year charged with the hands-on execution of the clean energy transition, including ensuring the availability and readiness of electrical infrastructure, gas to electric transition coordination, and a just transition for impacted workers and businesses. Like many states across the country, the Commonwealth is at an inflection point where its bold policy vision needs to be translated into practical solutions. During this session, the Office’s newly appointed Executive Director – utility industry veteran Melissa Lavinson -- will share her priorities, focus, and intentions to bringing together a diverse array of stakeholders to develop practical and immediate steps to equitably, affordably, and responsibly shift to a more electrified future and successfully implement the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities’ landmark order on the Future of Gas – DPU Order 20-80-2. Speaker: Ms. Melissa Lavinson, ED Office of Energy Transformation, MA Executive Office of Energy & Environment
9:30 AM	10:30 AM	Presentation: Climate Change – NOT Climate Crisis; How media and politicians use fear to implement policy Click here for details. The apocalyptic view of climate change is hyperbole and misleading, the effects of climate change are not certain disaster, and the resulting energy policy is an attack on prosperity. We draw from a growing body of work of scientists, economists and stakeholders that have seen through the thin veil of climate crisis propaganda. We need to restore hope and order to our energy policy • Yes – the climate is changing (it always has) • No – climate change is not a crisis • Yes – we should be concerned with maintaining a sustainable living planet. Speaker: Mr. Jeff Tounge, Managing Partner, Tounge Associates

2024 Agenda

Tuesday, April 16

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, LDC Gas Forums
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: Mr. James Pearson, Sr. Market Analyst, ConocoPhillips
9:00 AM	10:00 AM	Opening Keynote: Unlocking the Future: A Guide to Tech Strategies for the Changing Energy Industry Click here for details. Are you ready for the energy sector's biggest disruption in decades? Learn from industry expert and Forbes writer Jay Bhatty as he shares the 5 key strategies for success in the AI-driven energy sector. Don't get left behind - unlock new revenue opportunities today. Speaker: Mr. Jay Bhatty, CEO & Founder, NatGasHub.com
10:00 AM	10:30 AM	Networking Break
10:30 AM	12:00 PM	Panel: Gas Buyer Perspectives - What Matters Most To End Use Consumers of Natural Gas Click here for details. End users of natural gas include Gas Distribution Utilities (Commercial & Residential), Industrial (Petrochem, Process, Heat) and PowerGeneration. Gas Buyers representing these entities often have a different perspective than other stakeholders across the value chain when it comes to market conditions, developments, and issues. Whether regulated or unregulated, Gas Buyers exist at the end of the value chain, essentially faced with reacting to market developments that are generally out of their control. Creative negotiation of commercial purchasing terms are vital to these constituents ensuring flexibility, security of supply, and competitive prices. This panel will discuss gas buyer perspectives on the following issues categories: •Market Fundamentals (Supply, Demand, Pricing) •Gas Supply Arrangements •Energy Transition: (Energy Trilemma: reliability, affordability, sustainability) •Midstream Infrastructure •Regulatory / Policy •Technology •Power Generation (specific issues) Moderator: Mr. Cleve Hogarth, Principal, Cleveland Advisory LLC Speakers: Ms. Sarah Stabley, Managing Director of Gas Supply Optimization & Pipeline Services, Duke Energy   Mr. Mike Enoch, Executive Director, Patriots Energy Group   Mr. Jeff Avery, Director, Fuel Supply, Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)   Mr. Kenny Malter, Director of Gas Supply and Services, Atmos Energy
12:00 PM	12:15 PM	Board Buses & Depart for Optional Afternoon Networking Activities (Scenic Cruise Tour & Historic Walking Tour)
12:15 PM	4:45 PM	Scenic Cruise Tour & Historic Walking Tour
4:45 PM	6:45 PM	Tuesday Evening Attendee Welcome Reception – Sponsored by Trafigura (Located at the American Gator Club & Lagoon Pool Deck)

Wednesday, April 17

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, LDC Gas Forums
8:15 AM	9:15 AM	Panel: Finding Equilibrium - Supply / Demand & Market Fundamentals Click here for details. This Panel examines natural gas market fundamentals in the southeast U.S. The Panel is comprised of leading industry analysts who present up-to-the minute data and contextual interpretation. Topics addressed include: •Supply / Demand – current balances and forecasts •Price forecasting; volatility •LNG export implications •Midstream infrastructure capabilities •Powergen demand •Renewables fuel share implications This information provides an excellent foundation and factual reference for the overall Forum Agenda and ensuing discussions. Moderator: Mr. Luke Nemes, Sr. Director, Strategic Origination, NextEra Energy Services Speakers: Mr. Jack Weixel, Senior Director, East Daley Analytics   Mr. Zach Inman, VP Origination, Southeast US & Mexico, bp
9:15 AM	10:30 AM	Panel: Innovative Solutions To Overcome Headwinds To Infrastructure Development Click here for details. Policy, regulatory and NGO resistance to continued development of natural gas markets continues to build. This panel examines solution innovations being employed by leading stakeholders to overcome these headwinds. Innovative solution examples include traditional pipeline expansion projects, project development/engineering/construction projects, and retail gas sales arrangements. Moderator: Mr. Scott McCollister, SVP Origination, ARM Energy Speakers: Mr. Carl Haga, Vice President, Kinder Morgan   Mr. Jason Waters, Manager, Marketing, Carolina Gas Transmission (BHE GT&S)   Mr. Jeff Tounge, Development Lead, Cashman Preload Cryogenics
10:30 AM	11:00 AM	Networking Break
11:00 AM	12:30 PM	Panel: Where There’s A Will, There’s A Way – Non-Traditional Solutions to Move Gas to Markets Click here for details. Opposition to new gas pipeline infrastructure has become fierce. But market demand for gas continues to grow. This panel explores non-traditional methods to move gas to markets. Innovative solution examples include virtual pipeline, mobile energy solutions, and project development/engineering/construction. Moderator: Mr. Jason Langella, Chief Marketing Officer, Permacast Walls Speakers: Mr. Jeff Baker, Director - Process Technology, CB&I   Mr. Ty Webb, Sr. Vice President, Galileo Technologies US   Mr. Sean Phillips, Business Development Manager, REV LNG, LLC   Mr. Scott Johns, Chief Commercial Officer, Sapphire Gas Solutions
12:30 PM	2:30 PM	Keynote Lunch: Shell LNG Outlook 2024 Click here for details. Jill Davies, Shell's General Manager for the LNG Trading in North America will provide a look-back at the 2023 global LNG market and discuss key trends and considerations for 2024 and beyond. Speaker: Ms. Jill Davies, General Manager, North America LNG Trading, Shell Energy
2:30 PM	4:00 PM	Panel: RNG – A Key Element in The Transition To Low-Carbon Energy Click here for details. As momentum builds for the energy transition, RNG has emerged as viable, cost-effective energy source that is expediting the transition to a lower-carbon energy future. The panel will also discuss a method to connect the disconnected parts of the RNG process to enable transparent environmental attributes data to be measured, recorded, validated and traded in a way that everyone can trust. Moderator: Mr. Rock Graham, Manager Origination, NRG, Energy Speakers: Ms. Anita Doyle, Business Development Manager, Kinder Morgan   Mr. Patrick Young, Sr. Originator - RNG, Shell Energy North America   Ms. Liz Arthur, Global Head of Enterprise Strategy, EarnDLT   Mr. Jesse Blair, Director RNG Development, Synthica Energy, LLC
4:00 PM	6:00 PM	Cocktail Reception - Hosted by the Sponsors

Thursday, April 18

Start Time	End Time	Information
7:45 AM	8:45 AM	Networking with the Industry: Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:45 AM	9:00 AM	Welcome & Overview: Speaker: Ms. Christy Coleman, Vice President, LDC Gas Forums
9:00 AM	10:00 AM	Opening Keynote: Climate Change – NOT Climate Crisis; How media and politicians use fear to implement policy Click here for details. The apocalyptic view of climate change is hyperbole and misleading, the effects of climate change are not certain disaster, and the resulting energy policy is an attack on prosperity. We draw from a growing body of work of scientists, economists and stakeholders that have seen through the thin veil of climate crisis propaganda. We need to restore hope and order to our energy policy • Yes – the climate is changing (it always has). • No – we do not know for certain how much is attributed to anthropogenic emissions. • No – climate change is not a crisis. • Yes – we should be concerned with maintaining a sustainable living planet. Speaker: Mr. Jeff Tounge, Managing Partner, Tounge Associates
10:00 AM	11:00 AM	Presenation: A Utility Perspective: A look into market conditions affecting Investor Owned Utilities, the strategic impact it has on legacy business and its outlook on emerging opportunities Click here for details. •Florida City Gas acquisition and the strategy behind it. •Overall current state of being an Investor Owned Utility. •RNG Interconnection current activity and strategy both from a pipeline and virtual pipeline perspective. •Details of Full Circle Dairy project, commissioning in April and first pipeline injection scheduled for end of May. "Soup to nuts" development project done in FL. This update will highlight connection between Ag community and utilities. Will produce 100k dekatherms of RNG form a herd of about 4,000 cows. •Legislative Priorities. Speaker: Mr. Justin Stankiewicz, Director of Business Development - Pipelines, Renewables, and Marlin Gas, Chesapeake Utilities & Marlin Gas Services

US-Mexico 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 US-Mexico Natural Gas 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/usm), your logo/link will be included in emails sent out about the conference, you’ll be promoted on the US-Mexico Natural Gas Forum social media platforms, etc.

Promotional Opportunities

»Badge Lanyards – Your company name or logo on the official US-Mexico Natural Gas Forum lanyard. Each attendee will be wearing the lanyard that you supply to us for the US-Mexico Natural Gas 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 US-Mexico Natural Gas 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 – USMEXFORUM…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 US-Mexico Natural Gas Forum. Benefits include email blast to entire US-Mexico Natural Gas 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 US-Mexico Natural Gas 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.

Download the PDF here.

Download the Reservation Form Here.

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

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.

Download the PDF here.

Download the Reservation Form Here.

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

2024 US-Mexico Agenda

Monday, November 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: Christy Coleman, Vice President, US-Mexico Natural Gas Forum
8:30 AM	9:30 AM	Opening Keynote: Mexico 2024-203: What to Expect in the New Administration Click here for details. Mexico is going through yet another transition--a new president, with a constitutional-proof majority, and a much more nationalistic outlook. That is a new political environment not since in the country since the 1980s. What should business expect? What will investors be looking out for? What will the new economic landscape be in Mexico for the coming years? This talk explores the new political, fiscal, economic, and social landscape in Mexico. It seeks to provide useful information to the business and investment community to make better decisions in a changed Mexico. Speaker: Dr. Tony Payan, Director, U.S.-Mexico Center, Rice University's Baker Institute
9:30 AM	10:15 AM	Presentation: Mexico's Growing Role in the North American Natural Gas Market Click here for details. •Pricing Outlook for Mexico •Demand and import picture •Market forecasts •LNG •Regulatory issues Speaker: Christopher Lenton, Senior Editor, Mexico & Latin America, Natural Gas Intelligence
10:15 AM	10:45 AM	Networking Break
10:45 AM	12:00 PM	Panel: Key Elements to the Energy Transition / Energy Innovation / Energy Dynamics Click here for details. In response to demand for lower carbon energy sources, while at the same time maintaining reliability and affordability, energy markets are rising to the challenge with a raft of innovations involving infrastructure and technology, as well as unique new offerings. This Panel of experts will begin with an overview of current conditions in US and Mexico markets.The Panel will then introduce several innovations including RNG and Hydrogen solutions, examining practical applications and benefits to be realized. Moderator: Susan Shifflett, Executive Director, Texas Hydrogen Alliance Speakers: Samy Morcos, President, Business Development and Origination, ARM Energy   Carlos Beltrán, Director of Product Management, Modern Hydrogen   Jesse Blair, Director RNG Development, Synthica Energy, LLC
12:15 PM	12:15 PM	Board Buses & Depart for Optional Afternoon Networking Activity (Rebecca Creek Distillery Tour)
12:15 PM	4:30 PM	Rebecca Creek Distillery Tour with Live Country Music - J.R. Herrera Band (Lunch Included)
4:30 PM	6:30 PM	Monday Evening Attendee Welcome Reception

Tuesday, November 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: Speaker: Christy Coleman, Vice President, US-Mexico Natural Gas Forum
8:30 AM	10:00 AM	Panel: Perspectives on Energy Policies under Mexico's First Woman President - What is next for the Mexican Energy Market? New Opportunities and New Challenges Click here for details. With the arrival of Claudia Sheinbaum as the new President of Mexico, the natural gas market faces questions and a number challenging issues including: -Will upcoming constitutional reforms be endorsed by President Sheinbaum, including those that could eliminate the autonomous regulatory bodies, including the CRE? -What is President Sheinbaum's energy policy, and how will it differ from that of her predecessor? -What progress will be made on energy transition initiatives, including deployment of Combined Cycle power generation to back up intermittent energy sources including wind and solar? -Will there be market design adjustments so that all power generators share in the costs of ensuring electric grid reliability? This panel of distinguished industry experts will share insights and considerations around these issues, as well as expectations for how the market will evolve. Moderator: Christopher Lenton, Senior Editor, Mexico & Latin America, Natural Gas Intelligence Speakers: Guillermo García-Alcocer, VP Planning, Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de Mexico (ITAM)   Antonio Massieu Arrojo, Attorney, Toeppich and Associates   Jose Maria Lujambio, Energy Practice Director / Partner, Cacheaux, Cavazos & Newton
10:00 AM	10:30 AM	Networking Break
10:30 AM	11:45 AM	Panel: All eyes are on phenomenal AI Data Center demand! There are others at the DANCE TOO...Implications for traditional sources of Natural Gas Demand Click here for details. •AI Data Centers consume massive quantities of electricity. •Additionally electric utilities across the southern half of the US and in other select areas of North America are experiencing unplanned and unprecedented load growth over the coming decade due to increased near shoring to avoid supply chain vulnerabilities and population migration issues. •Electric grid reliability concerns have increased as more intermittent generation sources (wind & solar) are introduced into the fuel mix. •With very high reliability requirements for AI Data Centers, on-site generation of electricity utilizing gas-fired power generation infrastructure may be a preferred option. •This panel will examine AI Data Center and supply chain nearing demand, and consider implications for traditional natural gas demand sources (utility, powergen, industrial). •The discussion will consider implications from various perspectives, including competition for supply, price impacts, gas infrastructure availability, exports (LNG & Mexico), contracting strategies, etc. Moderator: Cleve Hogarth, Principal, Cleveland Advisory LLC Speakers: Greg Davis, Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager, Superior Essex, Inc.   James Diemer, President, Energy Evolution Strategy Advisors LLC   Ben Jordan, Director Business & Economic Development, CPS Energy
11:45 AM	1:45 PM	Keynote Lunch: Lower Carbon Value Chains for Transportation Speaker: Nuray Elci, VP Renewables, Chevron
2:00 PM	3:30 PM	Panel: Much ado about Mexico: Sheinbaum's energy policy; U.S. to Mexico exports; gas infrastructure; domestic energy fundamentals; LNG liquefaction projects; gas-fired powergen; USMCA review Click here for details. •Mexico's fundamentals dynamics and gas pipeline infrastructure bottlenecks and challenges. •The opportunities and challenges of the power sector in Mexico in the context of the Sheinbaum administration. With natural gas-fired power plants accounting for over 60% of generation in the country, can Mexico meet rising demand, reduce emissions and diversify its energy sources, all at the same time? •Liquefaction projects in Mexico. A wave of projects have been announced but only two have moved forward so far, what could their impacts be for Mexico's energy system, regional development and global LNG supply. •What will the review of the USMCA look like in 2026? Moderator: Adam Williams, Mexico Correspondent, Natural Gas Intelligence Speakers: Gerardo Penchyna Cárdenas, Green Institute's Non-Resident Fellow, University of Guyana   Dr. Miriam Grunstein, Independent Attorney, Brilliant Energy Consulting   Alex Munton, Director of Global Gas & LNG Research, Rapidan Energy Group   Diego Rivera Rivota, Senior Research Associate, Center on Global Energy Policy at Columbia University   Maricarmen Barrón Esper, Senior Research Analyst, The Brookings Institution
3:30 PM	4:30 PM	Panel: Shifting Patterns in US Natural Gas Exports Click here for details. This joint presentation will look at how natural gas molecules leave the United States and where they end up. Roughly one-fifth of US natural gas is exported by pipeline, tanker trucks, ISO containers or aboard massive LNG tankers. With more than two dozen cross-border pipelines, Mexico is the largest single recipient of US natural gas but there are growing ISO container exports to destinations in the Caribbean, Latin America and Europe. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine had most US LNG tanker traffic to Europe but global trade patterns are shifting back to Asia. Here in the Americas, there is a small-scale boom for imports and exports underscoring how “small is the new big” for emerging markets. Growing demand for LNG tanker truck deliveries in Mexico and the robust ISO container trade in the Caribbean has created opportunities for new market players. Looking at US export data reveals the hot spots while market intelligence provides insight into where prices and trade patterns will be going. Speakers: Sergio Chapa, Senior LNG Analyst, Poten & Partners, Inc.   Ken Roberts, Founder, WorldCity
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, November 13

Start Time	End Time	Information
7:45 AM	8:45 AM	Networking with the Industry: Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:45 AM	9:00 AM	Welcome & Overview: Speaker: Christy Coleman, Vice President, US-Mexico Natural Gas Forum
9:00 AM	10:45 AM	Panel: Empowering Women in Energy: Tomorrow is Together Click here for details. Speaker series and panel discussion on how men and women can support each other in the energy industry. It takes a TEAM to be successful and women continue to make strides in leadership roles in all industries, especially in the Oil and Gas Industry. This panel will share ideas around successful teams working together to bring about innovation in the industry and how women are leading the way! Moderator: Adela Guillaumin, Commercial Manager, Techgen Speaker: Nuray Elci, VP Renewables, Chevron   Dr. Miriam Grunstein, Independent Attorney, Brilliant Energy Consulting   Fatima Lopez, Head of Legal and Commercial Operations - Mexico, Howard Energy Partners   Flor Dimassi, CEO, Global Speak Translations   Maricarmen Barrón Esper, Senior Research Analyst, USMCA Initiative - Brookings Institution

Welcome to the LDC Gas Forums Blogs

Hello Y’all. The LDC Gas Forums, US-Mexico Natural Gas Forum, and Gulf Coast Energy Forum conference series are excited to announce the launch of a new initiative – the Forums Blog. For over 30 years, the Forums have delivered a valuable service to natural gas market participants with a unique formula for conveying up-to-the-minute content and thought leadership packaged with a networking format that facilitates real-time completion of business transactions.

The Forums are also offering a series of Webinars, offering sponsored content on a variety of relevant topics, with presentations from leading natural gas players who are sponsors of the Forums. Please check out the Forums website for the line-up of upcoming Webinars.  

The format of this Blog will be to tap the roster of thought leaders who represent the leading companies in natural gas markets, many of whom you may be familiar with as regular speakers and sponsors of the Forums. As you may know, participants at the Forums include market leaders, decision makers and subject matter experts representing all segments of the commercial value chain including utilities, industrial gas consumers, producers, pipelines, marketers, key product and service providers, as well as regulators and analysts. We will also include special guest contributors including politicians and motivational figures.We will intentionally encourage that Blogs cover the spectrum of relevant topics, as well as a wide range of perspectives on the topics. 

Now… to get us started with this first Blog, we would like to contribute the following themes as something of a framework for ensuring that topics are relevant, timely and prioritize the real issues (including elephants in the room that some may be a bit uncomfortable addressing openly). Here are the three proposed themes:
1. Commercial Opportunities for Natural Gas in an All-Renewables Environment
2. Strategies for Natural Gas Markets Emerging From the Pandemic
3. Reaching Market Equilibrium and Price Stability

We welcome your feedback, ideas and comments on these themes. Also, please respond if you have other themes that you would like to contribute. And, if you are interested in contributing to the Natural Gas Forums Blog, or if you have ideas or comments on this initiative, please contact me directly at CColeman@accessintel.com.

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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

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