Agenda Unveiled For The Only In-Person Water Midstream Conference On The Calendar In 1H21

March 3, 2021: Hundreds of oilfield water industry leaders plan to gather this May 12th and 13th at the Hyatt Regency Frisco to discuss industry trends, market structure/solutions, and other business topics related to produced water and pre-frac source water.

The conference agenda was unveiled for the first time today, and can be viewed here: oilfieldwater.com/markets. Highly regarded industry leaders will continue to be added as speakers to the panels and sessions, and the topics may be refined as the event organizers continue to discuss key trends with professionals in the field to deliver a topical agenda.

This agenda marks the resumption of an engaging executive discussion that began at the Oilfield Water Connection’s two sold-out water finance events in 2019 but paused for the pandemic in 2020. As the industry gets back to work and is ready to gather again, this May 2021 discussion will provide oilfield water market customers, suppliers, and investors with direct access to market intelligence and decision makers in a way no other event this year can replicate.

Also today, Oilfield Water Connection is excited to announce that Michael LaMotte, Senior Managing Director at Guggenheim Partners, will kick off the market discussion on the event’s main stage. Michael will deliver an opening keynote presentation at the event addressing how the oilfield water sector fits into the sustainable finance narrative reshaping capital markets. 

Because the modern oilfield water industry is still in a formative phase, a tremendous opportunity exists for firms to define their identity in a way that resonates with investors who are allocating capital around themes like circular economies and zero waste streams.

Michael LaMotte is a highly respected research analyst turned investment banker with more than two decades of Wall Street experience in the energy and environment sectors. He is known for his independent thinking and deeply researched market perspectives.

“We are extremely pleased that Michael LaMotte accepted our invitation to kick off this event,” said Joseph Triepke, one of the conference organizers. “Having worked for Michael as a research analyst on his team in the past, I recognize his talent as one of the foremost thinkers in the energy sector. Michael is one of those guys that makes me think ‘I wish I’d thought of that’ every time he speaks. I’m excited to see him taking an active role in the oilfield water sector, and we all look forward to his remarks as a great way to start to this important conference.”

Following the opening keynote address, a series of high-profile water business people, market experts, and analysts will discuss key trends over the next day and a half. Carefully constructed panels will immerse attendees in a deep discussion about the latest market trends, opportunities, and risks in oilfield water management. 

View The Agenda & Registration Page Here>

Hundreds of attendees are expected, mostly traveling within the states of Texas, New Mexico and Oklahoma to attend this event. Many confirmed attendees are local or live within a five-hour drive of the venue, so they won’t even have to board flights to attend in many cases. 

Sponsorship opportunities are going quickly but there still are opportunities for enhanced visibility and exhibits at this event. Confirmed sponsors so far include: B3 Insight, Hydrozonix, Kirkland & Ellis, Winston & Strawn LLP, Lagoon Water Midstream, Lium Research, Twenty20 Solutions, CarboNet, Automatize, Pilot Water Solutions, ChemTreat, McKim & Creed, Energy Water Solutions, Mustang Extreme Environmental Services, RTD Enterprises, XRI, E3 Solutions, H2O Midstream, Goodnight Midstream, and Locke Lord. Media partners include: Water Online, Petroleum Connection, and Infill Thinking. University of Wyoming’s CEPWM is a supporting organization.

 

To Inquire About This Event Contact:
Pete Cook
(817) 678-8795
pete@oilfieldwater.com

Or

Joseph Triepke
(817) 678-8795
joseph@oilfieldwater.com

About Oilfield Water Connection:
Oilfield Water Connection is the leading event platform devoted entirely to the marketplace, business, and finance aspects of the oilfield water management industry. We deliver a dedicated forum to E&P, water midstream, and oilfield service executives as well as investors. The format, topics, and speakers at Oilfield Water Connection conferences are carefully selected to provide valuable information and opportunities for industry business people and leaders. For more information, please visit www.oilfieldwater.com

Detailed Agenda

Monday - May 5, 2025 | Pre-Conference

Start TimeDescription
10:30 am
Private meeting, separate registration required
12:00 pm
Private meeting, separate registration required
1:00 pm
Private meeting, separate registration required
2:00 pm
In the Irving Convention Center Ballroom
5:00 pm
Private meeting, separate registration required
6:00 pm
Open to all conference registrants; drinks, snacks, entertainment; sponsored by
6:30 pm
Invitation only, sponsored by
7:30 pm

Tuesday - May 6, 2025 | Conference Day 1

Start TimeDescription
7:30 am
In exhibit hall
8:15 am
kick-off sponsored by
  • Pete Cook, Oilfield Water Connection
  • Joseph Triepke, Oilfield Water Connection
8:30 am
  • Ryan Hassler, Rystad Energy
9:00 am
  • Tracee Bentley, Permian Strategic Partnership [Chair]
  • Ray Perryman, The Perryman Group
  • Karr Ingham, Texas Alliance of Energy Producers
  • Kirk Edwards P.E., Latigo Petroleum
9:45 am
  • Kelly Bennett, B3 Insight
10:15 am
break sponsor
10:45 am
  • Brian Bohm, Independent [Chair]
  • Steven Runyan, Coterra Energy
  • John Cave, Expand Energy
  • Chance Freeman, Civitas Resources
  • Tyler Mitchell, Devon Energy
11:30 am
  • Robert Ballantyne, RWI Enhanced Evaporation
11:35 am
  • Bentsen Falb, Raymond James [Chair]
  • Nick Patterson, Aris Water Solutions
  • Jon VandenBrand, Western Midstream
  • Zach Neal, Pilot Water Solutions
12:15 pm
With time to visit exhibit hall; Sponsorship available
1:30 pm
  • Tim Carroll, Alliant Insurance Services, Inc.
  • James Brewins, Price Forbes & Partners
  • Pete Cook, Oilfield Water Connection [Moderator]
1:50 pm
  • Michael Bodino, Texas Capital Bank
1:55 pm
  • Jason Schumacher, O’Melveny & Myers LLP
2:15 pm
3 rotations (15-minute each) to join tables hosted by E&P representatives for candid dialog
  • The Facility Of The Future In Produced Water (Steven Runyan, Coterra Energy)
  • Loving/Reeves County Mid- to Long-term Production Assurance & Water Disposal Plans (Kirby Lindsey, Oxy)
  • Land & Water (Chance Freeman, Civitas Resources)
  • Evaporators & Crystallizers (Paul Hart, Diversified)
  • Beneficial Reuse Public-Facing Strategy (Stuart Mussler, Chevron)
  • Water Reuse & Recycling (John Cave, Expand Energy)
  • Nanotechnology for Subsurface Water Management (Steve Gornick, 9Band Operating)
3:00 pm
In exhibit hall
3:30 pm
  • Patrick Patton, B3 Insight [Chair]
  • Ted Wooten, Railroad Commission of Texas
  • Annan Pascoe, Deep Blue Water
  • Taylor Sanchez, Diamondback
  • Kirby Lindsey, Occidental Oil & Gas Corporation
4:10 pm
  • Kieron Jeffries, Concept Tanks
4:15 pm
  • Casey Lowary, Texas Capital Bank [Chair]
  • Cory Hall, AQT Water Management
  • Dan Montgomery, Bison Water Midstream
  • Stan Berry, S&P Global Commodity Insights
  • Benjamin Johnson, Texas Capital Securities
5:00 pm
Sponsored by
6:30 pm
Evening free for client dinners

Wednesday - May 7, 2025 | Conference Day 2

Start TimeDescription
8:00 am
In exhibit hall
9:00 am
  • Pete Cook, Oilfield Water Connection
  • Joseph Triepke, Oilfield Water Connection
9:15 am
  • Doug Robison, Natura Resources
  • Justin Sink, Natura Resources
  • Joseph Triepke, Oilfield Water Connection [Moderator]
9:45 am
  • Dane Broussard, CORE Linepipe [Chair]
  • Robert Crain, Texas Pacific Water Resources
  • Taylor Spalla, Kelly Hart & Hallman LLP
  • Chris Harich, XRI
10:30 am
break sponsor
11:00 am
  • Brandon Durrett, Jackson Walker LLP [Chair]
  • Keith Gardner, KJG Strategies
  • David Grounds, Pilot Water Solutions
11:40 am
  • Rob Rice, Gravity
  • Joseph Triepke, Oilfield Water Connection (Moderator)
12:00 pm
  • Pete Cook, Oilfield Water Connection
  • Joseph Triepke, Oilfield Water Connection
12:15 pm
Exhibitor breakdown; time for pickleball tournament preparation, transportation, and lunch at courts
1:00 pm
At Chicken N Pickle with open bar and food provided; open only to conference registrants who sign up for player or spectator passes during online registration; swag and pro lesson included plus play for bragging rights.
title belt and trophies sponsored by
paddle and ball sponsored by
towels courtesy of
socks courtesy of
sweat bands courtesy of
5:30 pm
Conference adjourns