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Wednesday, April 12

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: Energy on the Political Roller Coaster—Where does gas have to fit long-term? Click here for details. In addressing the climate-change crisis, much Federal and state policy targets a phasing out of natural gas from power generation, direct use, etc. The same policies are directed at oil. But as soon as supply falls short of demand and prices fly up, there’s a political reaction that includes demanding more supply. And the U.S. Energy Administration and International Energy Agency both say a lot of oil and gas will still be consumed 30 years from now. How does this all fit together, and how does gas find the right fit for its long-term role? Is a stable, sustainable long-term energy policy possible when it can only survive one administration at a time? How must gas fit in, what needs to be done, and what happens to different industry sectors along the way. And how does oil fit in? Speaker: Mr. Rick Smead, Managing Director, Advisory Services, RBN Energy LLC
9:00 AM	10:00 AM	Panel: Leveraging New Technology Innovations to Expedite Energy Transition Click here for details. As natural gas markets evolve through energy transition, challenges are encountered that demand improvements in technology solutions to accommodate and streamline transactions. In addition, independent certification and verification of low carbon intensity is being demanded across the value chain. Fortunately, leading technology providers are rising to this challenge with innovative solutions to anticipate the evolution. This panel will introduce several examples of solutions that are available now to optimize efficiency of transactions and coalesce a fragmented market. Examples will be presented from a practical, non-technical, commercially oriented perspective. Technologies underlying these innovations include cloud-based access from anywhere, customizable APIs, EDI, encryption and cybersecurity, simulation software, predictive analytics, blockchain, etc. Moderator: Mr. Cleve Hogarth, Principal, Cleveland Advisory LLC Speakers: Mr. Jay Bhatty, CEO & Founder, NatGasHub.com   Mr. Chris Rezendes, Chief Business Officer, Context Labs
10:00 AM	10:30 AM	Networking Break
10:30 AM	12:00 PM	Panel: Perspectives On What Matters Most To End User 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 shed light on gas buyer perspectives on a number of topical issues. Moderator: Mr. Sam Centanni, Originator, East Region, ConocoPhillips Speakers: Mr. Donnie Sharp, Consultant, Huntsville Utilities   Mr. Timothy Sherwood, VP Gas Supply, Southern Company Gas   Mr. Jeff Billings, Vice President, Gas Supply & Risk Management, Gas Authority   Mr. Alan King, Vice President, PBF Energy
12:00 PM	12:15 PM	Board Buses & Depart for Optional Afternoon Networking Activities (LNG Plant Tour & Savannah Historic Trolley Tour)
12:15 PM	4:45 PM	LNG Plant Tour & Savannah Historic Trolley Tour
4:45 PM	6:45 PM	Monday Evening Attendee Welcome Reception – Sponsored by NatGasHub.com and Clearwater Enterprises, LLC (Located in the Harbor Ballroom/Lawn)

Thursday, April 13

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	8:45 AM	Opening Keynote: U.S. Natural Gas Outlook Click here for details. Natural Gas – Short-Term Pain for Long-Term Gain: US LNG Demand is set to grow by over 17 Bcf/d from 2025-2030, but US supply is growing too fast. Unconstrained, US natural gas production would grow by 3 Bcf/d from YE22 to YE23. Speaker: Mr. Rob Wilson, VP, Analytics, East Daley Analytics, Inc.
8:45 AM	9:30 AM	Presentation: Shell LNG Outlook 2023 Click here for details. Paul De Moudt, Shell's General Manager for LNG Trading in North America, will provide a look-back at the 2022 global LNG market and discuss key trends and considerations for 2023 and beyond. Speaker: Mr. Paul De Moudt, General Manager, North America, Shell LNG Marketing & Trading
9:30 AM	10:15 AM	Presentation: Striking a Balance: Natural Gas, Decarbonization, and an Orderly Transition Click here for details. Recent events have highlighted the importance of an orderly energy transition—providing an energy system that is not only lower carbon, but also secure and affordable. Join us for a discussion on (i) what an orderly transition might look like for the natural gas consumer; (ii) lower-carbon products that can be incorporated in gas procurement strategies today—at scale—including carbon offsets, certified natural gas, and renewable natural gas; and (iii) future low carbon energy systems, including hydrogen and CCUS. Speaker: Mr. Mark Aufmuth, Managing Director, Structured Products, bp
10:15 AM	10:45 AM	Networking Break
10:45 AM	12:30 PM	Panel: Innovative Solutions Spanning The Value Chain That Overcome Headwinds 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. Dan Diefenbach, Director, Gas System Planning, BHE GT&S Speakers: Mr. Jeff Tounge, Development Lead, Cashman Preload Cryogenics   Mr. Devy Traylor, Vice President, Kinder Morgan, Inc.   Mr. Ty Webb, Sr. Vice President, Galileo Technologies US   Mr. Jeff Baker, Director - Process Technology, CB&I Storage Solutions - McDermott   Mr. David Kailbourne, CEO, REV LNG, LLC
12:30 PM	2:00 PM	Keynote Lunch: Natural Gas and its critical role in the Energy future Click here for details. •Resiliency and abundance of Natural Gas •Macro fundamentals and energy policy •New technologies and renewables role •Natural Gas and inflation Speaker: Mr. Allen Capps, SVP & Chief Commercial Officer, GTM, Enbridge
2:15 PM	3:45 PM	Panel: Unique Aspects Of RNG & RSG – Challenges and Solutions Click here for details. With the energy transition process underway in earnest, the industry is responding remarkably by innovating with a range of low-carbon energy alternatives, including RNG, RSG, Certified Gas, Carbon Capture, Carbon Offsets, H2 solutions, and more. This panel examines the challenges faced with introducing these new offerings, as well as examples of how several of these innovative solutions are expediting the transition to a lower-carbon energy future. Moderator: Mr. Rock Graham, Manager Origination, NRG-Direct Energy Speakers: Mr. Luke Nemes, Sr. Director, Strategic Origination, Gas South   Ms. Liz Arthur, Global Head of Enterprise Strategy, Project Canary   Mr. Aaron Lohmann, Founder & CEO, Earn DLT
3:45 PM	5:45 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!

Friday, April 14

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	10:00 AM	Panel: Key Trade Association Initiatives Helping To Drive Our Industry Forward Click here for details. This panel is comprised of four key natural gas industry trade associations spanning various aspects of the value chain. Panelists will share various initiatives underway with their organizations to assist association members in overcoming challenges and meeting objectives. Discussion will include advocating on behalf of the industry with policymakers, regulators, other stakeholders and the public at large. Particular emphasis will be focused on new lower carbon product offerings including RNG, RSG, Certified Gas, etc. Moderator: Ms. Tammy Norman, President & COO, Mansfield Power & Gas Speakers: Ms. Suzanne Ogle, President and CEO, Southern Gas Association   Mr. Dave Schryver, President & CEO, American Public Gas Association   Mr. Stephen Loftin, Principal, Loftin Public Affairs/Natural Gas Association of Georgia
10:00 AM	10:30 AM	Networking Break
10:30 AM	11:15 AM	Presentation: Freedom To Fuel Click here for details. As a retired Army Colonel, I will talk about how I fought for our country’s freedoms. Freedom of Choice is my favorite discussion. When it comes down to it I do not the federal government telling us we need to go to Electrification. This not having Freedom of Choice is impacting pipelines growth, maintenance of our pipelines, smarter ways to do more with RNG. Speaker: Mr. John Olshefski, SVP Customer Care, Huntsville Utilities
11:15 AM	12:00 PM	Presentation: Work SMARTer – Quantifying Methane Emissions Using Drone Based Sensors to Improve Operations Click here for details. This presentation will provide an overview of our market leading CH4-Sensor and Technology and provide the audience with some case studies. Speaker: Dr. Peter Barber, Director of RNG Business Development, SeekOps

LDC Gas Forum Southeast Press Releases

Tuesday, March 19, 2024

The 24th Annual LDC Gas Forum Southeast in April takes place in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL

Over four hundred energy industry professionals convene in April to gain insight and conduct analysis of up to the minute issues facing the southeast U.S. natural gas market region

The 24th Annual LDC Gas Forum Southeast takes place April 16-18, 2024

Tuesday, March 28, 2023

The LDC Gas Forum Southeast Occurs April 12-14, 2023 at the Westin Harbor Golf Resort & Spa.

Energy transition and offering lower carbon energy products to natural gas markets in the S.E. US.

The 23rd Annual LDC Gas Forum Southeast takes place April 12-14, 2023.

Thursday, March 10, 2022

2022 LDC Gas Forum Southeast
This is the premier gathering for natural gas industry professionals, which is much more than simply a conference because participants routinely complete transactions during the event.

Wednesday, March 9, 2022

The LDC Gas Forum Southeast occurs March 21-23, 2022

Wednesday, March 9, 2022

The LDC Gas Forum Southeast occurs March 21-23, 2022 at the Westin Harbor Golf Resort & Spa

Tuesday, March 10, 2020

The LDC Gas Forum Southeast occurs April 6-8, 2020
Four-hundred natural gas market decision-makers meet to analyze and discuss plans to buy, sell and transport natural gas in the Southeast U.S. market

Tuesday, April 4, 2019

The LDC Gas Forum Southeast occurs April 15-17, 2019
Hundreds of industry decision-makers meet to analyze and discuss plans to buy, sell and transport natural gas in the U.S. Southeast market

Thursday, March 29, 2018

The LDC Gas Forum Southeast occurs April 9-11, 2018
Industry decision makers meet to buy, sell, transport and analyze natural gas for the Southeast market

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Monday, March 21

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	9:15 AM	Opening Keynote: Walking the Tightrope: Important Topics to Monitor Regarding US Supply and Demand Balances Click here for details. Despite this last winter being relatively average, the market continued to experience a higher level of volatility than what has been witnessed in previous years. Looking forward to the rest of the year, have there been any shifts in the fundamentals that might change the narrative? During this talk we will look at several important topics that will impact balances in the US gas market going forward. Speaker: Mr. Matthew Henderson, Trader/Asset Manager, East, ConocoPhillips
9:15 AM	10:00 AM	Presentation: Shell LNG Outlook 2022 Click here for details. Join Paul de Moudt, Shell LNG Marketing and Trading General Manager, North America, for a presentation on Shell’s annual analysis of global LNG activities and trends. Speaker: Mr. Paul De Moudt, General Manager, North America, Shell LNG Marketing & Trading
10:00 AM	10:30 AM	Networking Break
10:30 AM	11:45 AM	Panel: Exciting Technology Innovations to Expedite Energy Transition Click here for details. As natural gas markets navigate their way through the energy transition, innovative new technology applications have been developed to facilitate and streamline this process for planners and operators. This panel will introduce several such innovations from a practical, non-technical, commercially-oriented perspective. Technologies underlying these innovations include cloud-based access from anywhere, customizable APIs, EDI, encryption and cybersecurity, simulation software, predictive analytics, etc. Moderator: Mr. Cleve Hogarth, Principal, Cleveland Advisory LLC Speakers: Mr. Matt McNeil, Principal Solution Engineering – Gas, Energy Exemplar   Mr. Jay Bhatty, CEO & Founder, NatGasHub.com
12:00 PM	12:15 PM	Board Buses & Depart for Optional Afternoon Networking Activities (LNG Plant Tour & Savannah Historic Trolley Tour)
12:15 PM	4:45 PM	LNG Plant Tour & Savannah Historic Trolley Tour
4:45 PM	6:45 PM	Monday Evening Attendee Welcome Reception – Sponsored by Sapphire Gas Solutions (Located in the Harbor Ballroom/Lawn)

Tuesday, March 22

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	Opening Keynote: Energy Transition: Are you in? Speaker: Mr. Orlando Alvarez, Chairman and President of BP America, bp
9:30 AM	10:30 AM	Panel: The Certified ("Responsibly" Sourced / RSG) Gas Market…Current Ecosystem and Market Update: Click here for details. •The Xpansiv Platform   -Exchange, Registry, MRV •Certification Standards for Natural Gas Production   -Project Canary, MiQ, Equitable Origin, Clearstone Engineering, Platts •Producer Certification Announcements •LDC Requests for Proposals •Bundled vs Unbundled Certified Gas •Midstream Service Options   -Tennessee Gas Pipeline RSG Pool FERC Filing •Latest Market Transactions   -Methane Performance Certificates   -Term Deals Speakers: Mr. Fletcher Sturm, Managing Member, Xpansiv   Ms. Jasmine Zhu, VP - Business Development, Xpansiv
10:30 AM	11:00 AM	Networking Break
11:00 AM	12:00 PM	Presentation: Natural Gas Vehicles and Funding Opportunities Click here for details. Discussions surrounding fueling with RNG and CNG, the demand for CNG stations, CNG vehicles and their availability and CNG engine grants. Moderator: Mr. Justin Stankiewicz, Director of Business Development - Pipelines, Renewables, and Marlin Gas, Chesapeake Utilities Corporation Speakers: Mr. Kevin McCrackin, Vice President, CNG/LNG/RNG, Chesapeake Utilities Corporation   Mr. Ian Skelton, Director, Natural Gas Vehicles, Southern Company Gas
12:00 PM	1:45 PM	Keynote Lunch: Leading With Purpose Click here for details. How purpose has fueled Gas South and where it will lead us next Defining its purpose was a turning point in Gas South's trajectory. By integrating a simple, motivational purpose into every part of its business, the company quickly saw real growth in its customers, service offerings, community engagement and more. In this presentation, Kevin will show how leading with purpose can similarly impact our industry and how together, we can blaze a path to a bright future for natural gas. Speaker: Mr. Kevin Greiner, President & CEO, Gas South
2:00 PM	3:15 PM	Panel: Getting Gas To Market…Pipeline Infrastructure and Project Updates Click here for details. This panel reviews pipeline infrastructure status and updates on new projects in development, in Eastern markets. Also, discussed are recent innovations beyond traditional infrastructure systems that facilitate the transition to a lower carbon environment. Moderator: Mr. Drew Slater, Manager - Origination, Direct Energy Speakers: Ms. Gennifer Raney, Vice President, Business Development, Williams   Mr. Carl Haga, Vice President, Kinder Morgan - Southern Natural Gas   Mr. Scott Shields, Partner, New Energy Development Company LLC
3:15 PM	4:45 PM	Panel: Getting Gas To Market – II…One Way Or Another Click here for details. With increasing policy, regulatory and NGO resistance to midstream infrastructure additions/expansions, traditional development approaches face strong headwinds. This panel explores non-traditional turn-key methods to get gas to markets. Methods include virtual pipeline, micro LNG, CNG transport, etc., for mobile and off-pipe applications The panel will also discuss differentiated gas product alternatives such as RSG, RNG, LNG, etc. Moderator: Mr. Sam Centanni, Originator, East Region, ConocoPhillips Speakers: Mr. Joseph Zimowski, Director - Business Systems, Sapphire Gas Solutions   Mr. Seong Oh, Business Development Manager, Chart Inc.   Mr. Jeff Tounge, Development Lead, Cashman Preload Cryogenics   Mr. David Kailbourne, CEO, REV LNG, LLC
4:45 PM	6:45 PM	Cocktail Reception-Hosted by the Sponsors

Wednesday, March 23

Start Time	End Time	Information
7:30 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	9:30 AM	Opening Keynote: Exploring Attributes: What makes RNG renewable, sustainable and valuable? Click here for details. Renewable Natural Gas continues to grow at a rapid rate. New facilities, markets and policies are emerging throughout North America and the world. Mr. Cox will discuss the key attributes of RNG that are driving this growth and future demand. Speaker: Mr. David Cox, Founder & CFO, RNG Coalition
9:30 AM	10:15 AM	Presentation: The Shifting Regulatory Framework of Natural Gas Click here for details. The presentation will cover important regulatory changes at the federal level impacting natural gas LDCs and the industry more broadly. Ms. Lani will also discuss decarbonization efforts impacting natural gas use across the country, from codes & standards development to state/local natural gas bans to federal policy initiatives. Speaker: Ms. Renée Lani, General Counsel, American Public Gas Association
10:15 AM	10:45 AM	Networking Break
10:45 AM	12:00 PM	Panel: Gas Buyers' Perspectives Click here for details. Gas Buyers often have a somewhat different perspective than other stakeholders across the value chain when it comes to current 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 mostly 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 shed light on gas buyer perspectives on a number of topical issues facing the market. Moderator: Mr. Cleve Hogarth, Principal, Cleveland Advisory LLC Speakers: Mr. Stan Brownell, VP Business Development, Natural Gas & LNG, Argus Media Inc.   Mr. Ken Yagelski, Director Gas Supply, Southern Company Gas   Mr. Freddie Martin, Natural Gas Supply Officer, Greenville Utilities Commission

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LDC Gas Forum Southeast Recap Videos

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2021: Monday Recap, Topgolf/Reception Recap & Tuesday Recap

2019: Monday Recap Video, Tuesday Recap Video, Craft Beer Group Tour & Topgolf

2018: Monday Recap Video, Tuesday Recap Video, Stadium & Beer Tour & Topgolf

2017: Tuesday Recap Video, Movies Tour & Topgolf

2016: Sunday/Monday Recap Video, Beer Tour & Topgolf

2015: Recap Video & Topgolf 

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