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The LDC Gas Forums are the premiere regional events where the Natural Gas Industry meets. This is where buyers and sellers meet and do business.

Timely panel discussions featuring key industry leaders focus on the important questions facing buyers and sellers in the competitive energy markets. Topics include: Regulatory Updates, Supply & Demand, Financial Outlook, Risk Analysis, Projects, Gas Buyer Insights, Transformations in the Natural Gas Industry, International Interest in North America, Utilization of Storage, Infrastructure Project Updates, LNG markets, Hedging Strategies, and Demand Forecasts.

The vast networking opportunities will give you access to your clients, prospects, and peers to further discuss the relevant issues in your region.

YOU should attend these forums if…

• …you are with a utility. These are your peers!
• …you are an end user. Meet current & potential new suppliers!
• …you are a marketer. Meet current & potential new suppliers and markets!
• …you are a processor. Meet current & potential markets, producers and pipelines!
• …you are a producer. Meet current & potential markets, marketers and pipelines!
• …you are a vendor. This is where your customers will be!

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2016 LDC Gas Forums Southeast Attendees

2012 Southeast Agenda

Sunday, April 15

Start Time	End Time	Information
7:00 PM	9:00 PM	OpenLink & SolArc Welcome Cocktail Reception Click here for details. All LDC attendees are invited!! Join your peers Sunday night at the InterContinental Hotel Lobby Bar for snacks, drinks and networking.

Monday, 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: Mrs. Christy Coleman, Vice President, LDC Gas Forums
8:45 AM	9:30 AM	Opening Keynote Address: “Landfill Gas to Renewable Natural Gas" Click here for details. “Landfill Gas to Renewable Natural Gas and Utilizing Natural Gas as Transportation Fuel in CNG Solid Waste Vehicles" Landfill Gas is readily available throughout the United States. Landfill Gas can be made into Renewable Natural Gas economically as long as the landfill gas flows are 500 scfm or greater. Over 500 landfills in the U.S. do not convert and are available with a minimum of 500 scfm of volume. 500 scfm of landfill gas will produce 800,000 diesel gallon equivalent of CNG fuel annually. The average Solid Waste Vehicle is rated at 2-3 mpg vehicle. Landfill Gas converted to Natural Gas has been proven to be very clean and is powering Solid Waste Vehicles. Speaker: Mr. Billy Malone, Assistant Director, DeKalb County Public Works Department Sanitation Division
9:30 AM	10:00 AM	Break
10:00 AM	11:00 AM	Keynote Address: "Weather Issues to Look For into the Winter" Click here for details. Brief recap and explanation on the past winter, including the implications of the large scale global cyclical events that are turning the climate colder - we have to deal with reality here, the earths temperature is falling like it did in the 50s and we have weather similar to that: Spring - not as big a tornado season. Summer - not as hot, especially in the Midwest. Hurricane season - near the 20-year average total storms, but ramped up chc again on East coast relative to averages. Fall - rather tranquil. Winter - shades of 02/03 - 09/10. Speakers: Mr. Joe Bastardi, Chief Meteorologist, WeatherBELL Analytics   Mr. Alan Lammey, Energy Analyst, WeatherBELL Analytics

Tuesday, April 17

Start Time	End Time	Information
7:00 AM	8:00 AM	APGA Breakfast - for Members and Prospective Members Click here for details. APGA Breakfast - for Members and Prospective Members Location: Southern Art - Hotel Restaurant
7:45 AM	9:00 AM	Networking with the Industry: Registration & Continental Breakfast
9:00 AM	9:15 AM	Welcome & Overview Speaker: Mrs. Christy Coleman, Vice President, LDC Gas Forums
9:15 AM	10:00 AM	Keynote Address: “America’s Natural Gas: Abundant Supply and Growing Demand” Click here for details. Hear a very timely overview of America’s abundant supply now and in the future in spite of recent reductions of reserves by EIA, including: The promise of growth in America’s demand for natural gas through NGVs and electric generation Increasing use in the residential and commercial markets will reduce GHG emissions How gas provides the most efficient use of America’s energy resources Speaker: Mr. Bert Kalisch, President & CEO, American Public Gas Association
10:00 AM	10:30 PM	Break
10:30 AM	12:30 PM	Supply & Demand - Over Supply of Natural Gas Click here for details. The Shale Gas Revolution is both a real "Game Changer" and is now Changing its’ own Game! The oversupply of Natural Gas and the lack of demand of gas has caused the price of gas recently to be at a 10-year low. How is this affecting the Southeast, US and the World and what can we expect in 2012 and beyond? How are NGLs "changing the gas investment game" and what other changes are in store as the industry shifts from “dry” to “wet” gas plays? LNG Exports? Natural Gas Vehicle Fleets? Coal Power Plant Retirements to be replaced by Gas Power? Hear from the experts and stay in touch with what could make or break your business this year! Moderator: Mr. Kevin Holder, Executive Vice President, Magnum Energy Midstream Holdings Speakers: Ms. Dawn M. Constantin, VP Regulatory Affairs, ​Partnerships & Low Carbon, bp   Ms. Terri Dickerson, Director of North American Natural Gas, S&P Global Commodity Insights   Mr. Tony C. Chovanec, Sr Vice President - Fundamentals, Enterprise Products   Mr. David R. Attwood, Gas Marketing Manager, ExxonMobil Gas & Power Marketing Company
12:30 PM	2:00 PM	Keynote Address & Luncheon Click here for details. How a Ho-Hum Natural Gas Market Triggered an Investment Renaissance… And Other Reasons Why the Natural Gas Market Won’t Be Bearish Forever The natural gas futures market spent the first ten years of its existence as a quiet market before supply concerns triggered an investment renaissance, of sorts…and then the rollercoaster started. Triggered by supply concerns the market responded to a supply/demand equilibrium shift that translated into volatile prices previously unseen in the market prior to the new century. Price volatility and supply availability were the watchwords necessary to manage risk. The shale gas revolution has shifted end-user focus away from worries 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 a poignant impact on future drilling, which could have an impact on available supplies. Is a return to natural gas price volatility inevitable? How do producers view the current market and what might their response look like from an available supply perspective? One model we might investigate during this talk 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? We will have high storage at the end of the current injection season…it’s a given. 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: Mr. Tom Ruck, Tom Ruck Consulting
2:00 PM	4:00 PM	Projects in the Southeast Click here for details. The Southeast is booming with activity! With Eagle Ford, Haynesville, Barnett and other Shale Plays "in play" for the region, there are implications for storage and pipeline construction and realignments to consider. What will happen as storage is nearing full capacity? Where will the key pipelines be developed to maximize gas use in the power industry? How will Gulf Coast chemical and petrochemical projects affect the flow of NGL infrastructure? Hear from the experts about these new and existing projects and developments in the Southeast in 2012. Moderator: Mr. Pete Tumminello, Group President, Commercial Businesses, Southern Company Gas, AGL Resources, Inc Speakers: Mr. Paul Smith, Manager, Business Development, Southern Natural Gas   Mr. James Eckert, Sr. VP Commercial Operations, Columbia Pipeline Group   Mr. Tom J. Compson, Director Business Development, Williams   Mr. Richard Tomaski, Senior Vice President, Trading and Marketing, NGS Energy   Mr. Peter G. Terranova, Vice President, Midstream Assets and Services, UGI Energy Services, Inc.
4:00 PM	4:15 PM	Break
4:15 PM	5:30 PM	LNG Exports – What are the Possibilities? Click here for details. It was not too many years ago that we were talking about importing LNG to help us with our Natural Gas supply in the US, as prices were in the double digits and domestic supply appeared constrained. Now in this age of Shale Gas and the oversupply of domestic gas, we are talking about exporting LNG to the world. What will this mean for the US and what will it do to the price of natural gas in the US and the world? What are the opportunities of exporting LNG and what are the challenges? From production to the end user, this potential shift into gas exporting will have many effects that you need to stay ahead of by attending this rapidly developing session. Moderator: Mr. Patrick McKinnon, Associate, Latigo Energy Group LLC Speakers: Mr. Bill Cooper, President, Center for Liquefied Natural Gas   Mr. Jeff W. Welch, President, NAmerico Energy Holdings   Mr. Bruce McKay, Managing Director, Federal Affairs, Dominion
5:30 PM	7:30 PM	Corporate Sponsor Reception

Wednesday, April 18

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: Mrs. Christy Coleman, Vice President, LDC Gas Forums
9:30 AM	10:15 AM	Keynote Address: “The New Hydrocarbon Interdependencies” Click here for details. “The New Hydrocarbon Interdependencies: Connections between Natural Gas, NGLs and Crude Oil” As the U.S. shale phenomenon has spread from natural gas liquids, to NGLs and now to crude oil, these hydrocarbon fuel markets are becoming increasingly interdependent. Now a bump in one commodity can result in upheaval in another. Could a surplus of NGLs kill the economics of rich gas production (since low-BTU gas already has problems), resulting in a decline in total gas supply? Could lack of gas gathering infrastructure result in major constraints in crude oil production growth? What would that mean for the outlook for associated gas? If ethane prices fall to a level that would motivate gas processors to reject the product, where would the incremental natural gas production go? What does the reality of these new interdependencies mean for natural gas supply and prices? Speaker: Mr. E. Russell (Rusty) Braziel, President & CEO, RBN Energy LLC
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 and what they will do differently next time. Key areas of discussion to include: How is the price of gas affecting usage? Long Term Contracts – do they even exist anymore? Regulatory concerns. How is storage being utilized and will this change with today’s pricing? What factors, other than price, influence your decision to choose one supplier over another? Moderator: Mr. Pat Strange, President, Spire Marketing Inc. Panelists: Mr. Bob Hayes, Vice President, Calpine Corporation   Mr. Gordon M. King, CEO, Okaloosa Gas District   Mr. Josh Oliver, Energy Procurement & Systems Manager, Shaw Industries Incorporated   Mr. Bob Hail, no longer there, City of Sugar Hill

2013 Southeast Agenda

Sunday, April 14

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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, MISO - Midcontinent Independent System Operator   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 Commodity Insights
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 Southeast Agenda

Sunday, April 13

Start Time	End Time	Information
7:00 PM	8:30 PM	Allegro Welcome Reception (at the InterContinental Buckhead Hotel Bar) Click here for details. Allegro wants to welcome you to Atlanta and the Southeast Forum. Please join us at the Intercontinental Buckhead hotel bar on Sunday for an evening of catching up with old friends and making new ones. We look forward to a fun-filled kickoff to this year’s Forum!

Monday, April 14

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: Southeast Natural Gas Infrastructure - Past, Present and Future Click here for details. Natural gas demand in the Southeast region is on the rise, drawing attention from suppliers in many of the nation's largest production areas. How this new demand will be supplied, and from where, is becoming more complex all the time as infrastructure adapts to emerging new shale formations such as the Marcellus. This presentation will explore changes in natural gas infrastructure - past, present and future - and offer some fresh perspectives on critical factors impacting the Southeast natural gas market. Speaker: Mr. Paul Smith, Director, Business Development, Tennessee Gas Pipeline Co., LLC
10:00 AM	11:00 AM	The Future of Natural Gas: A State Regulator’s Perspective Click here for details. As dependence on natural gas in the Southeast increases, regulators are faced with many difficult issues. The growth of gas production coupled with tougher federal regulations on coal pushes the market toward an increased use of natural gas. Although an increased use of natural gas is beneficial on many levels, a growing dependence on a single fuel source creates unique questions from a regulatory perspective. This presentation will focus on the unique concerns presented to regulators such as dealing with price fluctuations, ensuring long-term reliability and diversity, and regulating under state law with overhanging federal regulations. Speaker: Mr. Eduardo E. Balbis, Commissioner, State of Florida
11:00 AM	11:00 AM	Depart for optional Afternoon Networking Activities (Golf, Bowling, or Group Tour)
1:00 PM	5:00 PM	Seminar: Hedging for Budgetary Success ** Additional Registration Fee ** Click here for details. Cost: $495.00 for Forum Attendees / $595.00 for non-attendees Location: InterContinental Buckhead Hotel, Room: Trippe 1 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/se/training.html Speaker: Mr. Wayne Penello, CEO & Founder, Risked Revenue Energy Associates

Tuesday, April 15

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	9:45 AM	Keynote Address: Shale Gas Unbound - Less Gluts, More Glory Click here for details. Eighteen months ago, conventional wisdom doubted that the U.S. shale gas boom would be converted into substantial LNG exports. This view has reversed so sharply that U.S. shale gas is now embraced as a cure-all for the world’s economic and geopolitical ills…even when molecules cannot actually get from Point A to Point B. This presentation will show where logistical and policy walls in U.S. gas and oil are “a-tumblin’ down” and what it means for our world and your business. Speaker: Mr. Colin P. Fenton, Chairman, TPH Commodities, Tudor, Pickering, Holt & Co., LLC
9:45 AM	10:15 AM	Networking Break
10:15 AM	11:45 AM	Effects of the Polar Vortex Click here for details. As the Polar Vortex swept across the country with an icy blast, the nation’s natural gas market experienced quite an upheaval. This panel will discuss the role/value of natural gas storage, a regional view as well as a national view of how prices were affected, the utilization of LNG imports, the impact on pipeline capacity, and how to prepare for next winter and other “issues” that could have the same effects on gas prices for the future. Moderator: Mr. J.C. Kneale, VP, NA Gas, Power, NGL Sales, The Intercontinental Exchange Speakers: Mr. Russell Murrell, Managing Director, Sempra US Gas & Power   Mr. Wayne F. Penello, CEO & Founder, Risked Revenue Energy Associates   Mr. Vince Morrissette, Commercial Director, Magnolia LNG
11:45 AM	1:15 PM	Keynote Address & Luncheon Speaker: James Duncan, President, The International Research Institute for Climate and Society, Columbia University
1:30 PM	3:00 PM	Today and Beyond - Supply & Demand Click here for details. The Natural Gas industry is constantly changing! The panelists will cover pricing trends, infrastructure in a growing market, the economics surrounding the industry, how energy policies are impacting the market, and predictions and insights on where the industry is headed. Let’s not forget to add the ever changing focus on exporting LNG and exports to Mexico... so much to cover that you won’t want to miss this panel! Moderator: Mr. Marshall Lang, President, Williams Speakers: Mr. Rick Allen, Director, Oil & Gas Consulting Services, S&P Global Commodity Insights   Mr. Michael Carter, Director, S&P Global Market Intelligence   Ms. Rayola Dougher, Senior Economic Advisor, American Petroleum Institute
3:30 PM	5:00 PM	Projects in the Southeast Click here for details. The natural gas industry and the people involved in it are INNOVATIVE! Hear about ideas and plans that are currently being developed in the Southeast region. From the Barnett to Eagle Ford to Haynesville and many others, we’ll hear from some of the experts on where the Southeast is headed. Moderator: Mr. Kevin Holder, Executive Vice President, Magnum Energy Midstream Holdings Speakers: Mr. John Best, Vice President of Research, IIR Energy   Mr. James R. Eckert, Sr. VP Commercial Operations, Columbia Pipeline Group   Mr. Bob Sharra, Director Development, NextEra Energy   Mr. Josh Browning, remove, Enbridge Inc.
5:00 PM	7:00 PM	Cocktail Reception – Hosted by the Sponsors (at the InterContinental Buckhead Hotel)

Wednesday, April 16

Start Time	End Time	Information
8:00 AM	9:00 AM	Networking with the Industry: Registration & Continental Breakfast
9:00 AM	9:15 AM	Welcome & Overview Speaker: Ms. Christy Coleman, Vice President, LDC Gas Forums
9:15 AM	10:15 AM	Keynote Address: An Update on Legislative and Regulatory Issues Impacting Natural Gas Systems Click here for details. Hear a very timely overview of the impact that current legislation & regulations will have on natural gas systems, including: Dodd Frank Efficiency Legislation Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Exports Section 5 Gas Electric Coordination Direct-use of Natural Gas Speaker: Mr. Dave Schryver, President & CEO, American Public Gas Association
10:15 AM	10:45 AM	Networking Break
10:45 AM	12:00 PM	Gas Buyers' Panel Moderator: Mr. Jack Maydick, No longer there, MarketView by Drillinginfo Inc. Panelist: Mr. Terry Taschwer, Commercial Manager, Pratt Industries   Mr. Bryan P. Martin, Energy & Utilities Manager, Oldcastle, Inc   Mr. Kenneth W. Yagelski, Managing Director Gas Supply, Southern Company Gas   Mr. Mike Frey, COO, Gas Authority

Monday, April 13

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9:30 AM	8:45 AM	Welcome & Overview

2015 Southeast Agenda

Monday, April 13

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 A. Coleman, Vice President, LDC Gas Forums
8:45 AM	9:45 AM	Opening Keynote Address: The New “Golden Age” of Natural Gas Click here for details. Presentation Highlights: The new decade of natural gas is ushering in a “Golden Age” of sorts. With a 100 year supply and projected long range affordable prices, the growing demand for natural gas has begun to outpace the interstate transportation abilities of the industry. With a growing demand for distribution systems to be updated, reinforced, and extended to serve more customers, how is the “utility of the future” to be prepared to take advantage of this unique time? Especially when the quest is to modernize infrastructure, the traditional regulatory model and creative ways to deal with “dark forces” could limit the industry’s ability to sell gas and meet our customer’s needs. Speaker: Mr. Hank Linginfelter, President, Southern Company Gas
9:45 AM	10:15 AM	Networking Break
10:15 AM	11:00 AM	Visualizing Energy Market Dynamics Click here for details. Presentation Highlights: • The Cost Relationship between Crude Oil and Natural Gas • Production and Consumption Trends in Fossil Fuels • Natural Gas Prices Around the World: Exploring the Differences • Where Natural Gas & Alternative Energy Sources Meet Speaker: Mr. Erik Norland, Executive Director, Economist, CME Group
11:00 AM	11:00 AM	Board Buses & Depart for optional Afternoon Networking Activities (TopGolf, Bowling, Group Tour) Click here for details. TopGolf - FORE! Group Tour - Football and Beer Tour! Bowling - Bowlmor Lanes - Fun times for all! STRIKE!
1:00 PM	5:00 PM	Seminar: Hedging for Budgetary Success ** Additional Registration Fee ** Click here for details. Cost: $495.00 for Forum Attendees / $595.00 for non-attendees Location: InterContinental Buckhead Hotel, Room: Trippe 1 "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/se/training.html Speaker: Mr. Teddy G. Jones, Principal, Risked Revenue Energy Associates
7:00 PM	10:00 PM	OpenLink & CME Group Attendee Reception Click here for details. OpenLink and CME Group want to welcome you to Atlanta and the Southeast Forum. Please join us at the W Atlanta-Buckhead’s rooftop Whiskey Blue lounge on Monday for an evening of catching up with old friends and making new ones. We look forward to a fun-filled event at this year’s Forum!

Tuesday, April 14

Start Time	End Time	Information
7:00 AM	8:30 AM	APGA Member Breakfast
7:15 AM	8:30 AM	Networking with the Industry: Registration & Continental Breakfast
8:30 AM	8:45 AM	Welcome & Overview Speaker: Ms. Christy A. Coleman, Vice President, LDC Gas Forums
8:45 AM	9:45 AM	Keynote Address: The Source of America’s Economic Recovery Click here for details. Presentation Highlights: No longer viewed as just a bridge fuel, natural gas is now accepted as a foundational fuel for America through the 21st Century. We have experienced a significant shift in America’s acceptance of natural gas as the smart and strategic energy source more than capable to drive our nation’s economy forward. Hear how regulatory and legislative activities are impacting our natural gas industry across the spectrum of interests from up-, mid, to downstream, with a primary focus on LDC-related issues currently being addressed on the Hill and how operations of natural gas utilities will be affected. Speaker: Mr. Bert Kalisch, President & CEO, American Public Gas Association
9:45 AM	10:15 AM	Networking Break
10:15 AM	11:45 AM	Looking Back--Looking Forward Moderator: Mr. Matt Lorenz, Managing Director - Transportation and Storage, Williams Speaker: Mr. Ross Wyeno, Senior Energy Analyst, S&P Global Commodity Insights   Mr. Christopher Ellsworth, Senior Market Advisor, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)   Mr. Brett Barrus, Sr. Policy Advisor, America's Natural Gas Alliance
11:45 AM	1:15 PM	Keynote Address & Luncheon: Shale – It’s in the Rocks Click here for details. Presentation Highlights: There is little doubt, at least in spring, 2015, that supply can exceed demand, but under what combination of events can an oversupply actually act like an undersupply? The laws of economics have not been revoked, but we have seen anomalous results in prices over the past three years…even in the oversupplied market. The Southeast will be the recipient of new optionality that it’s not used to seeing. Crude oil is now tied more to natural gas than it ever has been, but the treadmill effect of shale is likely to have knock-on impacts in strategy and realized supply…sooner than later. What new world are we facing and how will we adjust? How do we prepare? Find out which signposts we’re watching into summer and even signals for next winter. Speaker: James Duncan, President, The International Research Institute for Climate and Society, Columbia University
1:30 PM	2:30 PM	Oil and Gas Markets: Where Are We and Where Are We Going? Click here for details. Presentation Highlights: • How did the market change during 2014? • What led to the price decline? • What could happen next? Speaker: Dr. John Felmy, Chief Economist, American Petroleum Institute
2:30 PM	3:00 PM	Networking Break
3:00 PM	4:30 PM	Projects in the Southeast Click here for details. Presentation Highlights: The natural gas industry and the people involved in it are INNOVATIVE! Hear about ideas and plans that are currently being developed in the Southeast region. From the Barnett to Eagle Ford to Haynesville and many others, we’ll hear from some of the experts on where the Southeast is headed. Moderator: Mr. Sean Sullivan, Industry editor, S&P Global Market Intelligence Speakers: Mr. James R. Eckert, Sr. VP Commercial Operations, Columbia Pipeline Group   Mr. Alan Herbst, Principal, Utilis Advisory Group   Mr. Timothy Weithman, VP Pipeline Development, EQT Midstream
4:30 PM	6:30 PM	Cocktail Reception – Hosted by the Sponsors (at the InterContinental Buckhead Hotel)

Wednesday, April 15

Start Time	End Time	Information
8:00 AM	9:00 AM	Networking with the Industry: Registration & Continental Breakfast
9:00 AM	9:15 AM	Welcome & Overview Speaker: Ms. Christy A. Coleman, Vice President, LDC Gas Forums
9:15 AM	10:15 AM	Gas Abundance, Demand Growth and the Oil Crash—Why This Is A Very Healthy Industry Click here for details. Presentation Highlights: • What an industry we’ve built • How we got here • The breakthrough of gas abundance • Life after the oil crash • Demand, demand, demand—the role of the Southeast Speaker: Richard Smead, Managing Director, Advisory Services, RBN Energy
10:15 AM	10:45 AM	Networking Break
10:45 AM	12:00 PM	Gas Buyers' Panel Click here for details. Presentation Highlights: 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. Speakers: Mr. David Selbst, Senior Vice President, JERA Energy America LLC   Mr. Steve K. Henderson, Retired, Patriots Energy Group   Mr. Kenneth W. Yagelski, Managing Director Gas Supply, Southern Company Gas   Mr. John E. Norman, Managing Director, Municipal Capital Markets Group, Inc.

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