Appearances
Ericsson
November 9, 2023 — Webinar
Simplifying Complexity: The Future of Oil and Gas Through Remote Operations and Digital Twin
As we adopt more and more digital devices, sensors, automation, and machine tools across the oil and gas landscape, we become much more reliant on persistent, high quality networks. Private 5G network technology is ideally suited to this problem. The panel will discuss 5G and how it applies in context.
TechNL Offshore Conference
November 28-29, 2023 — Live, St. John’s NL
Carbon, Capital, and the Cloud
TechNL organizes various industry verticals in Newfoundland to network, learn from each other, and share practices that help industries excel. I’ve been invited back to TechNL, this time in person, to deliver a presentation about my latest book, ‘Carbon, Capital, and the Cloud’.
American Petroleum Institute Annual Pipeline Conference
May 6-8, 2024 — Live, Salt Lake City
Digital Transformation of Oil and Gas
I’ll be presenting highlights from my latest book, ‘Carbon, Capital, and the Cloud’ to a gathering of pipeline executives from across the US. The oil industry is finally viewed as essential to energy transition, and the industry is keen to understand how investments it makes in digital can also assist with changes related to energy transition.
Where Has Geoffrey Been Lately?
SAP Energy Forum
October 17, 2023 — Calgary
ReImagining Our Relationship With Our Data
It’s a meme to say that data is the new crude oil, but that is incorrect. Data is not a substitute for energy, and yet capital markets view data as having greater value than crude oil. Why is this, and what does it mean for oil and gas? This keynote lecture will shed new light on this turn of phrase and explore how oil and gas businesses can exploit their immense data resources so that we soon say ‘energy is the new data’.
I am delivering this lecture.
TC Energy New Engineer Training
October 17, 2023 — Calgary
ReImagining Our Relationship With Our Data
It’s a meme to say that data is the new crude oil, but that is incorrect. Data is not a substitute for energy, and yet capital markets view data as having greater value than crude oil. Why is this, and what does it mean for oil and gas? This keynote lecture will shed new light on this turn of phrase and explore how oil and gas businesses can exploit their immense data resources so that we soon say ‘energy is the new data’.
I am delivering this lecture.
Superior Glove Webinar
October 10, 2023 — Virtual
Personal Protective Equipment
Protecting hands from injury in oil and gas requires careful consideration of work conditions. Hot, cold, wet, sharp, caustic… the possibilities for hand injury are very high. A proper strategy for protecting workers begins with understanding the job condition. I’m chairing this webinar with a guest from Superior Glove on hand PPE.
World Petroleum Congress
September 21, 2023 — Calgary
Digital on the Road to Net Zero
The World Petroleum Congress is a once-every-three year global oil and gas conference of enormous scale, and it returns to Calgary for the second time. I am part of the strategic conference and participating in a panel discussion about the role of digital innovation as part of the transition to net zero.
Imperial Oil Q3 Engineering Forum
September 20, 2023 — Calgary
Data is More Than The New Crude Oil
It’s a meme to say that data is the new crude oil, but that is incorrect. Data is not a substitute for energy, and yet capital markets view data as having greater value than crude oil. Why is this, and what does it mean for oil and gas? This keynote lecture will shed new light on this turn of phrase and explore how oil and gas businesses can exploit their immense data resources so that we soon say ‘energy is the new data’.
I am delivering this lecture.
The Highway to the Circular Economy
July 19, 2023 — Madrid, global, virtual
Digital Innovation in the Oil and Gas, Chemicals and Plastics Industries
The global oil and gas, chemicals, and plastics industries are very efficient, but in many ways, quite lax in addressing their wastes–landfills and oceans hold megatons of plastics, carbon emissions fill the air, methane is vented or flared. However, western society now demands more accountability for dealing with these waste streams and improving the circularity of operations. This webinar, sponsored by Finboot, will explore the topic of the circular economy and how energy and process industries are responding.
Besides my presentation, there will be a roundtable discussion with executives from leading companies in that industry.
Future-Proof Your Engineering Career
June 9, 2023 — Houston, Virtual
Career Planning for Engineers
As the oil and gas industry adapts to the pressures to decarbonize the economy, there is a flattening of demand for engineers in oil and gas, and growing demands for engineering talent in new energy fields (such as carbon capture, hydrogen, renewables, energy storage, geothermal). This training course helps oil and gas engineers who are later in their careers transition to these new energy fields, taking advantage of their existing know how and skills. I co-developed this course with Phil Black.
ConvergX Global — Conference Chair
April 17-20, 2023 – Calgary Petroleum Club
ConvergX Global Congress
Each year a limited number of diverse industry leaders are invited to ConvergX, a global conference about cross industry collaboration, innovation and technology leverage. In this forum, attendees efficiently share solutions and create business opportunities outside their sectors. This is where deals are done.
I’m chairing this event.
Madrid and Global
March 23, 2023 — Live Virtual
Oil and Gas Industry Trends
It’s very important to keep an eye on the key industry trends that are impacting the oil and gas sector. I’ll be presenting at this webinar along with other panelists.
Calgary and Global
February 7, 2023 — Live Virtual
Pandell Leadership Series
Pandell Technology Corporation holds a regular webinar series that brings together energy industry professionals to discuss the latest developments in the industry. I’ll be presenting my latest keynote address at this event.
Finboot Global Webinar
December 1, 2022 – On-line Everywhere
Pathway to Sustainable Energy
Finboot, a leading energy technology company, is hosting a global webinar to discuss pathways to sustainable energy. I’ll be delivering my full keynote speech based on my latest book, ‘Carbon, Capital, and the Cloud’ via Zoom. This speech is only ever delivered in front of a live conference (and paying) audience, but if you register you can take it in for free!
Following my address, we will be discussing pathways to sustainable energy, in the aftermath of COP27.
ASUG – Keynote Address
June 2, 2022 – Calgary (virtual)
Carbon, Capital, and the Cloud
The Americas SAP User Group (ASUG) Best Practices for Oil and Gas conference was on September 12-14, 2022 in Houston. This annual gathering of oil and gas companies using SAP and dozens of critical suppliers in the SAP ecosystem were in attendance. I was privileged to deliver the Day 2 opening Keynote Address, summarizing the critical messages of my new book!
Panel Chair – Cyber Security
June 2, 2022 – Calgary (virtual)
OT Security for Industry and Critical Infrastructure
The oil and gas industry’s rush to embrace digital innovations is also expanding the attack surface for cyber actors. The war in Ukraine has also unleashed a wave of cyber warfare against Russia’s oil and gas infrastructure to counter the aggressor. The cyber tactics that are perfected during the conflict will inevitably be turned against western oil and gas industry. The industry needs to stay on top of the fast-moving cyber world to maintain its integrity and resilience.
I’m chairing this important panel discussion.
Webinar – Finboot
June 1, 2022 – Global
Enabling Resilient Supply Chains Through Technology
Finboot organizes regular briefings, both virtual and in-person, that bring new ideas and solutions to industry and business leaders around the world. I will be delivering a presentation on the resilient supply chain based on my new book, ‘Carbon, Capital, and the Cloud’, including a primer on blockchain technology for supply chains.
Event Co-Chair – EnergyNow Media
May 25 and 26, 2022 – Calgary
Energy Innovations Week
EnergyNow Media is holding its annual Energy Innovation Month and Conference throughout May. Each conference day includes a keynote speaker, panel discussions, presentations, and other speakers exploring the future of the energy sector, and how new innovations, investments, and technologies are propelling the industry forward.
I’m co-chairing this exciting event.
Book Launch Party! – Calgary Petroleum Club
May 24, 2022 – Calgary
Book Launch Event
My new book has finally hit the market, and I’m holding a book launch and signing party to take place at the Calgary Petroleum Club. Sponsors include Field Safe Solutions, and Veerum. Admission is $45, and includes a signed copy, tapas and welcome Prosecco. Cash bar for the balance.
Please come out, you won’t regret it.
Podcast Interview — Digital Wildcatters
May 9, 2022
Podcast Interview
I was privileged to be interviewed on the Digital Wildcatters podcast about my latest book!
Presentation — ENTELEC 2021 Conference
April 26-28, 2022 – Houston
Carbon, Capital, and the Cloud
The annual ENTELEC Conference & Expo brings together industry professionals, exhibitors, and vendors to share knowledge and educate each other about the latest developments in energy, telecommunications, and oil & gas. The ENTELEC Conference provides a platform for the exchange of ideas and provides a resource for industry challenges.
I will be delivering a keynote speech at the conference.
Podcast Interview
April 21- 2022
Energi Talks
This is a podcast hosted by journalist Mark Hislop where we discuss my latest book and its key messages.
Keynote — Aha by Amplify
April 19, 2022 – Calgary
Enabling Resilient Supply Chains Through Technology
Aha by Amplifiy is a regular virtual and in-person event series that brings new ideas and solutions to CPAs and business leaders in Western Canada. I will be delivering a presentation on the resilient supply chain based on my new book, ‘Carbon, Capital, and the Cloud’, including a primer on blockchain technology for supply chains.
Co-Chair – ESG 4 Energy
March 17, 2022 – Houston
Enabling Resilient Supply Chains Through Technology
ESG for Energy is a 1-day online summit to learn best practices and practical tips for building and executing an ESG strategy. It will cover such topics as how to reduce call-outs to save millions in service costs, how to prove methane intensity with pinpoint accuracy, and how to automate compliance activities.
I’m co-chairing this event.
Keynote — Association for Corporate Growth Edmonton
March 10, 2022 – Edmonton Alberta
Carbon, Capital, and the Cloud
The Association for Corporate Growth is the premier business group for Northern Alberta. For the first time in 2 years, ACG is holding an in-person event called The Future Is Now–The Dealmakers Conference. I will be delivering a presentation about my new book at the event.
Keynote and Panel Discussion — Technology Connected
March 2, 2022 – Cardiff, Wales
The Resilient Supply Chain
Technology Connected is the leading business network for the technology sector in Wales, UK. They are organizing a virtual event about the role of blockchain in industry, and I will be delivering a presentation on the resilient supply chain based on my new book, ‘Carbon, Capital, and the Cloud’, followed by a panel discussion.
Keynote — GPM Africa
February 16, 2022 – Lagos, Nigeria
AI and ML for Oil and Gas
GPM Africa organizes meetings for the LPG distribution industry, which is in early stages of digital transformation. I will be delivering a presentation on my first book, ‘Bits, Bytes, and Barrels’ to help inform the sector’s transformation agenda.
Keynote — TechNL
February 9, 2022 – St. John’s NL
AI and ML for Oil and Gas
TechNL is a not-for-profit industry association representing the Newfoundland and Labrador technology and innovation sector. It provides a voice for the sector on the issues that matter most for this important sector. Digital Oil and Gas Initiative (DOI) is a new initiative to bring digital innovations to the province’s large oil and gas industry. I will be delivering a presentation on artificial intelligence and machine learning in the context of the industry.
Podcast Interview — Digital Roughnecks
December 22, 2021
Carbon, Capital, and the Cloud
I had the privilege of being interviewed for my last book, ‘Carbon, Capital, and the Cloud’ on the Digital Roughnecks Podcast with Mark Smith.
Fireside Chat – Kinsmen Group
December 14, 2021 – Global, Virtual
Carbon, Capital, and the Cloud
Kinsmen Group is a leading supplier of information management software and services for the heavy asset industries, including Oil & Gas, Pharmaceuticals & Biotech, Power Generation & Utilities.
I’ll be summarizing my new book and research on this fire side chat.
Webinar – Antea
December 7, 2021 – Global, Virtual
Asset Integrity and Digital Twin:Deep Dive
The global market for digital twin deployment is expected to grow 38% annually to reach $16 billion by 2023. Digital twin technology is particularly valuable for the heavy asset industry, and improves asset integrity management, enables superior economic performance, and enhances safety outcomes.
I’ll be in conversation with Floyd Baker, digital twin expert with over 38 years’ experience implementing asset information management and sensor technologies, where we’ll discuss the results from real case studies, what digital twin technology is, and how to leverage it.
Fireside Chat – Rimini Street
December 2, 2021 – Global, Virtual
Funding Business Transformation
The energy industry is under tremendous pressure to address issues such as infrastructure resilience, commodity pricing for feedstock, decarbonization, alternative low-cost energy sources, above average growth rates, capital constraints, digital innovations, and talent attraction. Finding the funds to pay for all this change is causing spend in IT to rise, but budget pressures mean IT needs to find its own funds.
I’m delighted to be the guest on a fireside chat hosted by Rimini Street to discuss these item as part of the Energy Innovation Digital Summit.
Coffee Chat – SPE Digital Energy Technical Session
December 2, 2021 – Global, Virtual
Bits, Bytes, and Barrels
The Digital Energy Technical Session (DETS) for the SPE conducts a monthly Coffee Chat for its members. The audience is global, and the topics are on the innovations happening around the world that petroleum companies can leverage. Past topics have included AI, digital twin, cloud computing, and many others. I’ll be summarizing my recent work and research on this end of season coffee chat.
Panelist – Rimini Street
November 16, 2021 – Global, Virtual
Rimini Street
I am delighted to be a panelist for the upcoming Rimini Street event. Stay tuned for details.
Conference Chair – ENERGY 4.0
October 27-29, 2021 – Global, Virtual
Energy 4.0
I am delighted to be the conference chair for Energy 4.0, a global virtual gathering of +1000 leaders to discuss new technologies and best practices on Digital Twins, Remote Training, AR/VR & XR, Simulation, Blockchain, AI, Robotics, Machine Learning, Nuclear Small Modular Reactors SMRs – Hydrogen and more! Please register to take in the sessions over three days.
Keynote Speech – Texas Christian University
October 1, 2021 – Fort Worth, Texas
Energy is Transitioning. Build the Future. Be the Hero
As part of the Kenneth W. Davis Jr. Leaders in Energy lecture series, I will be providing my keynote address on the future of the oil and gas industry to a gathering of alumni and energy students.
Keynote Speech – Canadian Society of Petroleum Geologists
September 23, 2021 – Calgary, Virtual
Energy is Transitioning. Build the Future. Be the Hero
The Canadian Society of Petroleum Geologists holds an regular lecture series for its members across Canada. I will be providing my keynote address, Be The Hero of the Energy Transition virtually, sponsored by Black Powder Solutions. An autographed copy of my book, Bits, Bytes, and Barrelswill be given away to one lucky attendee.
Digital Awareness Training Course
September 17, 2021 – Houston
Digital Oil and Gas 101
My one-day digital awareness training course for oil and gas professionals will be offered in Houston as part of the Energy Conference Network event calendar.
Leveraging the book, ‘Bits, Bytes, and Barrels: The Digital Transformation of Oil and Gas’, this in-person course is a one-day digital awareness education program specific to the oil and gas industry. It will include key delivery topics like the nature of digital impacts and timing, risks that must be managed, the business case for change, the role of new methods like agile in driving success, organizing a digital team, the impacts on people, and how to set roadmaps.
Keynote Speech – IESO
September 16, 2021 – Toronto, Virtual
Bits, Bytes, and Barrels
As part of its Learning Week, the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) of Ontario, sought to learn more about other energy industry participants are addressing digitally driven change. I provided a 45 minute lecture and a separately recorded presentation of my book to their team.
Presentation – IoT in Oil and Gas Conference
September 15, 2021 – Houston
Accelerate Your Digital Journey
The IoT in Oil & Gas Conference, the world’s largest focused IoT in Oil & Gas event, is returning in-person for its seventh consecutive year. This trusted event, back in-person in Houston 2021, will once again bring together operators, service companies, EPCs, drilling companies and technology solution providers, to debate the crucial challenges, issues and emerging trends shaping the digital transformation of oil & gas.
I will be delivering a brief presentation about my new book on best practices for accelerating your digital transformation in oil and gas.
Presentation – LiquidFrameworks User Group Meeting
September 15, 2021 – Houston
Accelerate Your Digital Journey
A world leader in field service management solutions for oil and gas, LiquidFrameworks is holding its annual user group meeting in person for the first time since the pandemic. I will be providing a presentation about my new book on best practices for accelerating digital adoption in oil and gas.
Panel Discussion – Blockchain in Oil and Gas Conference
September 13-14, 2021 – Houston
Emerging Blockchain Platforms
Operators, service companies, EPCs, and industry stakeholders need to increase their level of awareness and understanding of blockchain. As shown in ongoing pilots, blockchain is being applied to commodity transport, JV Management and Seismic Data Management, with many more applications being investigated.
The conference will highlight opportunities to create industry solution frameworks and guidelines, leveraging blockchain technology to reduce costs, improve timelines and eliminate disputes in any given process.
I will be chairing a panel discussion on the merits of a neutral, independent, and non-denominational platform.
Panel Discussion — Energy Innovation Virtual Conference
June 22, 2021 – Calgary
Energy Now Media
Energy Now Media is holding its annual Energy Innovation Annual Conference to showcase energy innovations.
This live interactive discussion will explore the future of the energy sector and how new innovations, investments, and technologies are pushing the industry forward.
I am hosting an exciting panel of speakers:
- Vicki Knott – Crux OCM (Entrepreneur)
- Krys Korczewski – Digital Innovation Leader – NAL Resources, CNRL, Devon Canada (Producer)
- David Forsberg – Ascent Energy Ventures (Investor)
A Keynote presentation by Patrick Elliott of Carbon Alpha will precede the panel discussion. Following the panel, our 20 Leading Innovative Companies will each have an opportunity to share a 5 minute presentation about their latest energy innovation!
Conference Address – DATACated Industry Insights
May 18-19, 2021 – New York City and virtual
Oil, Gas and the Energy Transition: Preparing for a Low Cost Energy Future
The incumbent players in oil and gas are best positioned to be the heroes in our future world of energy. Embracing digital innovation is the key securing that future. The oil and gas industry faces extraordinary headwinds and is widely derided as a dead end. Nothing could be further from the truth.
This engaging and inspiring talk lifts the oil and gas industry up from its doldrums, and presents the future as a place of hope. To be the hero of the energy transition, oil and gas must swiftly embrace digital innovations to transform the sector.
Keynote Speech – Global Supermajor
May 11, 2021 – Edmonton, Virtual
Change is Easy, Except for the People
Implementing change in oil and gas has always been hard. The industry runs 24/7, and must be kept absolutely safe. Change is necessarily cautious and risk averse. And oil and gas knows how to implement change in this harsh and unforgiving setting.
Fail fast? It just has to work. Trial and error? Maybe in a lab but not in the field.
But digital innovation is now widely viewed as essential for survival, and digital technologies don’t neatly follow the highly crafted oil and gas change playbook. Moreover, digital innovations are now hitting roles that have been stable for years, and unlocking disruptive new business models.
Change agents who are successfully deploying digital solutions in oil and gas are embracing new ways of approaching digital, with much more emphasis on the people side of change.
I am addressing this large energy company on the challenges of implementing change in a digital era.
Keynote Speech – International Services Company
May 7, 2021 – Norway, Virtual
Change is Easy, Except for the People
Implementing change in oil and gas has always been hard. The industry runs 24/7, and must be kept absolutely safe. Change is necessarily cautious and risk averse. And oil and gas knows how to implement change in this harsh and unforgiving setting.
Fail fast? It just has to work. Trial and error? Maybe in a lab but not in the field.
But digital innovation is now widely viewed as essential for survival, and digital technologies don’t neatly follow the highly crafted oil and gas change playbook. Moreover, digital innovations are now hitting roles that have been stable for years, and unlocking disruptive new business models.
Change agents who are successfully deploying digital solutions in oil and gas are embracing new ways of approaching digital, with much more emphasis on the people side of change.
I am addressing this large energy company on the challenges of implementing change in a digital era.
Keynote Speech – Multinational Energy Company
April 21, 2021 – Edmonton, Virtual
Change is Easy, Except for the People
Implementing change in oil and gas has always been hard. The industry runs 24/7, and must be kept absolutely safe. Change is necessarily cautious and risk averse. And oil and gas knows how to implement change in this harsh and unforgiving setting.
Fail fast? It just has to work. Trial and error? Maybe in a lab but not in the field.
But digital innovation is now widely viewed as essential for survival, and digital technologies don’t neatly follow the highly crafted oil and gas change playbook. Moreover, digital innovations are now hitting roles that have been stable for years, and unlocking disruptive new business models.
Change agents who are successfully deploying digital solutions in oil and gas are embracing new ways of approaching digital, with much more emphasis on the people side of change.
I am addressing this large energy company on the challenges of implementing change in a digital era.
Luncheon Address — Denver International Petroleum Society
April 9, 2021 – Denver, Virtual
Bits, Bytes, and Barrels: The Digital Transformation of Oil and Gas
A presentation about my book and its key messages.
Keynote Address – ASUG SAP Oil, Gas, Energy Insights
April 7, 2021 – Houston and virtual
Oil, Gas and the Energy Transition: Preparing for a Low Cost Energy Future
The incumbent players in oil and gas are best positioned to be the heroes in our future world of energy. Embracing digital innovation is the key securing that future. The oil and gas industry faces extraordinary headwinds and is widely derided as a dead end. Nothing could be further from the truth.
This engaging and inspiring talk lifts the oil and gas industry up from its doldrums, and presents the future as a place of hope. To be the hero of the energy transition, oil and gas must swiftly embrace digital innovations to transform the sector.
Panel Discussion – Anaplan Executive Roundtable
March 25, 2021 – Calgary and virtual
The Roadmap to Net Zero Carbon Emissions
How do we lead as an industry and address the 21st century risks and opportunities with all these new global winds of change? I’ll be on a panel discussion featuring author and energy policy analyst, David Yager, and Samantha Stuart – VP Strategy & Corporate Development for TC Energy. I will be sharing how leading companies are leveraging modern digital tools to track their carbon presence.
Panel Discussion – EnergyNow Virtual Marketing
March 10-11, 2021 – Calgary and virtual
Digital Marketing in 2021 and Beyond: Navigating A New Normal
Join in the conversation to learn the latest trends and advances in digital marketing and sales automation. I’m chairing a panel discussion at this on-line event, featuring Erik Allan from Tundra’s ACE program, Claire Masikewich from GeoVerra and Travis Sharpe of Gemini, where we’ll review digital marketing trends. Then, I’m interviewing Ryan Townend, CEO of William Joseph Communications in a fireside chat about the world of marketing through the lens of an agency.
Panel Discussion – Sierra Digital
Noon Central Time, February 25, 2021 – Virtual
Doubling Business Value in Energy
Like most industries, Energy was hit hard in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. Global oil demand is expected to decline 8.4% from the pre-COVID forecast, wiping out six years of growth. Reductions to industry and power generation, particularly in developing nations, are likely to reduce coal demand 5.7%. Natural gas demand is down 3.0% from the pre-COVID forecast. Delays in renewables installations (not project cancelations) in key markets are likely to reduce renewable energy production 3.6%.
In a down market, Energy companies are encouraged to consider tech-based solutions that drive efficiency, speed and automate processes, and prioritize innovation, say innovation experts.
This event features 3 world-renowned panelists, who will discuss key tech innovation themes, adoptable across Energy, capable of promoting survivability, sustainability, and even profit during these challenging times. I’m a panelist at this event.
Keynote Speech – Young Professionals in Energy
February 24, 2021 – Calgary, Virtual
Change is Easy, Except for the People
Implementing change in oil and gas has always been hard. The industry runs 24/7, and must be kept absolutely safe. Change is necessarily cautious and risk averse. And oil and gas knows how to implement change in this harsh and unforgiving setting.
Fail fast? It just has to work. Trial and error? Maybe in a lab but not in the field.
But digital innovation is now widely viewed as essential for survival, and digital technologies don’t neatly follow the highly crafted oil and gas change playbook. Moreover, digital innovations are now hitting roles that have been stable for years, and unlocking disruptive new business models.
Change agents who are successfully deploying digital solutions in oil and gas are embracing new ways of approaching digital, with much more emphasis on the people side of change.
Hear about how an against-the-ropes oil and gas company successfully deployed an army of bots to free up growth capacity. Learn their four step plan to achieving change success.
Speech – Higher Landing
February 19, 2021 – Calgary
What Digital Feels Like to the Oil and Gas Professional
Remember when text messages cost money? You had to visit a bank weekly? The Yellow Pages were how you found things? Schools were strictly in person? Travel agents were required for holidays? Games were played on a board? Your phone was fixed to your house?
Digital innovations have transformed industry after industry. It was only a matter of time before digital innovations came to oil and gas. They’re here in force now, there’s no turning back, and you feel like you’re getting left behind in a company that’s getting left behind in an industry that’s getting left behind. Well, you can either look at this like it’s the end of the world, or you can embrace it. Embracing it is the only path forward if you want to be in this industry (and frankly, any industry). Embracing it actually brings far greater rewards than sticking with the status quo
Keynote Speech – Young Professionals in Energy
February 10, 2021 – Calgary, Virtual
Energy is Transitioning. Build the Future. Be the Hero
The oil and gas industry faces extraordinary headwinds from environmental activism, talent flight, and capital abandonment. The narrative about the industry has flipped from being an essential social product to an industrial dead end.
Nothing could be further from the truth. There are still 1.2 billion cars on the road, 300 million heavy trucks and thousands of planes. We show almost no signs of slowing down. But change we must to halt climate impacts.
This engaging and inspiring talk lifts the oil and gas industry up from its doldrums, and presents the future as a place of hope. To be the hero of the energy transition, oil and gas must swiftly embrace digital innovations to transform the sector. Audiences will challenged to think like a digital innovator, to exploit the three laws of digital, and to break free from the challenges of change.
Masterclass – Finboot Webinar Series
January 27, 2021 – Madrid, London, Virtual
ESG, Digital and Oil and Gas
ESG is an uber hot topic across all industries. Fortunately, digital innovations can help companies meet their ESG commitments. Join me in this masterclass to learn how to leverage your digital strategy to meet your ESG agenda.
Panel Discussion – ComplyWorks
December 17, 2020 – Calgary
Navigating the Evolving World of ESG
There are only two questions for which businesses must now have an answer: 1) What is your ESG strategy? and, 2) What is your digital strategy? Join this panel discussion for a review of the evolving world of ESG and how energy businesses navigate their way to a successful competitive position. I’ll be one of the panelists.
Virtual Keynote Speech — SPE
November 24, 2020 – Calgary
Energy is Transitioning. Build the Future. Be the Hero.
The oil and gas industry faces extraordinary headwinds from environmental activism, talent flight, and capital abandonment. The narrative about the industry has flipped from being an essential social product to an industrial dead end.
Nothing could be further from the truth. There are still 1.2 billion cars on the road, 300 million heavy trucks and thousands of planes. We show almost no signs of slowing down. But change we must to halt climate impacts.
There is only one tool in the kit bag that can simultaneously cut costs, boost productivity, and put the climate back on track while we shift to new energies, and that’s digital innovation. It’s the incumbents who are best positioned to define, create, and own the future world of energy.
This engaging and inspiring talk lifts the oil and gas industry up from its doldrums, and presents the future as a place of hope. To be the hero of the energy transition, oil and gas must swiftly embrace digital innovations to transform the sector. Audiences will challenged to think like a digital innovator, to exploit the three laws of digital, and to break free from the challenges of change.
Keynote Speech — SPARKCon
October 9, 2020 – Houston
Managing Change in a Digital Era
The oil and gas sector is facing a dramatic, exciting, painful and disruptive transition as it adopts digital technologies into its core business. Digital is unlike other changes that have impacted the industry because of the scale of change, the pace of change, and the transformative impacts on jobs that are otherwise protected from automation. My presentation will provide guidance to managers on how to approach digitally driven change.
Keynote Presentation — ASUG
September 23, 2020 – Houston
Energy is Transitioning. Build the Future. Be the Hero.
The oil and gas industry faces extraordinary headwinds from environmental activism, talent flight, and capital abandonment. The narrative about the industry has flipped from being an essential social product to an industrial dead end.
Nothing could be further from the truth. There are still 1.2 billion cars on the road, 300 million heavy trucks and thousands of planes. We show almost no signs of slowing down. But change we must to halt climate impacts.
There is only one tool in the kit bag that can simultaneously cut costs, boost productivity, and put the climate back on track while we shift to new energies, and that’s digital innovation. It’s the incumbents who are best positioned to define, create, and own the future world of energy.
This engaging and inspiring talk lifts the oil and gas industry up from its doldrums, and presents the future as a place of hope. To be the hero of the energy transition, oil and gas must swiftly embrace digital innovations to transform the sector. Audiences will challenged to think like a digital innovator, to exploit the three laws of digital, and to break free from the challenges of change.
Panel Discussion — Energy Conference Network
September 17-18, 2020 – Houston
Blockchain in Oil and Gas
The oil and gas sector continues to explore the possibilities of blockchain technology as a transformational solution to many of the industry’s most intractable problems. I am chairing a panel discussion on the intersection of blockchain innovation and other digital innovations, including AI and robotics.
Presentation — ENTELEC 2020 Conference
August 10-12, 2020 – Virtual
Energy Telecommunications and Electrical Contractors
The annual ENTELEC Conference & Expo brings together industry professionals, exhibitors, and vendors to share knowledge and educate each other about the latest developments in energy, telecommunications, and oil & gas. The ENTELEC Conference provides a platform for the exchange of ideas and provides a resource for industry challenges.
I will be making a presentation about Bits, Bytes, and Barrels at the conference.
Panel Discussion — Energy Conference Network
May 21, 2020 – Houston TX
Doubling Down on Digital
The combined impacts of the pandemic and the oil supply war between OPEC and Russia have triggered a fight for survival among oil companies. Join me and my panelists, Jim Claunch of Bain and Company, and Jim Lawnin of BBL Ventures in a lunch and learn webinar on how oil and gas companies should be using digital technology to survive the dual shocks of COVID-19 and falling oil prices.
Panel Discussion — FinBoot and Repsol
May 14, 2020 – Barcelona
Only The Low Cost Survive
The combined impacts of the pandemic and the oil supply war between OPEC and Russia have triggered a fight for survival among oil companies. Join me in a panel discussion along with Juan Perez the co-founder of Blockchain start up Finboot and Jose Salinero the Transformation and Innovation Leader for Repsol’s TechLab on how only the low cost players survive, how blockchain technology is key to lowering costs, and how Repsol is exploiting blockchain in their business.
Panel Discussion — ECOA PUCRIO
April 28, 2020 – Rio de Janeiro Brazil
Brazil-Canada Connection: Digital Solutions for Oil & Gas Webinar series
The global oil & gas industry is undergoing an unprecedented crisis with oil prices down, investment cuts and a severe drop in demand worsened by the COVID-19 pandemic. Join me in a panel discussion along with Brazil’s oil giant Petrobras on the company’s strategy to speed up its digitalization, as we discuss digitalization approaches, the role of ecosystems and the impacts of collaboration.
Virtual Panel Discussion — Oil & Gas 360
April 16, 2020 – Denver CO and everywhere
Energy and Energy Technology Outlook – Crisis and Opportunity
Oil and gas is facing a triple threat — oil market turmoil, global recession and pandemic. This virtual panel and discussion will focus on how the current environment is impacting and will impact Energy and Energy Technology. I’m on a great panel to answer some really tough questions and provide some certainty in these uncertain times.
Other panelists include Michael Tanner, David Forsberg, Dan Genovese, Michael Tsokur and Jeff Saponja.
#IBMReinvention – Transforming the Future of Natural Resources
February 27, 2020 – Calgary Alberta
#IBMReinvention is the premier industrial technology showcase in western Canada. Discover the art of the possible as IBM showcases the latest Industry 4.0 technology offerings, that are helping clients reinvent their operations and business processes for the future. This will be your opportunity to see IBM’s technology portfolio and connect with the key subject matter experts behind that technology.
Discover business solutions, connect with technology experts, and hear from our panel of thought leaders as they discuss how industry is being reinvented through digital transformation.
I’m the keynote speaker at this event in Calgary and on a panel discussion. Copies of my book will be given away too!
Conference MC — ConvergX
February 4-6, 2020 – Calgary Alberta
ConvergX x-Sector Summit 2020
ConvergX® is the first and only annual global summit that creates investment and growth opportunities across the Military, Energy, Mining, Aerospace, Defence & Security sectors.
These industries innovate and ConvergX® gives you access to the leaders making it happen. Produced by WaVv, whose focus is in transferring and adapting readily deployable solutions between industries.
I will be chairing this important event.
Panel Discussion — Blockchain and Environmental Monitoring
January 14, 2020 – Madrid, Spain
Repsol Corporate Venturing and FinBoot
Repsol Corporate Venturing, in partnership with FinBoot, a blockchain technology company based in London/Barcelona, are holding a panel discussion on how digitalization and blockchain can help Oil & Gas companies to monitor and manage their climate impact. This follows Repsol’s recent announcement that it is targeting net-zero carbon dioxide emissions target for 2050, becoming the first company in the sector to do so.
I will be chairing this important panel discussion.
Presentation — KIPIC
November 27, 2019 – Kuwait
Kuwait Integrated Petroleum Industries Company
Kuwait Integrated Petroleum Industries Company (KIPIC) is holding its annual planning event for its information technology and digital functions. I’ll be presenting on the role and impacts of blockchain technology on the oil and gas industry.
Presentation — Hotel Arts
November 7, 2019 – Calgary
Canadian Heavy Oil Association Fall Conference
CHOA, one of the most important industry associations of oil companies (oil sands, heavy oil producers, key suppliers), is holding its fall conference to discuss the latest developments in the industry and the outlook. Speakers will look at volumes, pricing, market access, new technology, and other key topics. I’m part of a panel discussion on new technologies that impact the industry.
Presentation — Hyatt Regency Calgary
November 7, 2019 – Calgary
Accelerating Digital Energy: Transforming Your Organization
ASUG is organizing an Oil and Gas Summit in Calgary to discuss the need for a coherent digital strategy as the energy industry addresses the challenges it faces. Learn more about the importance and creation of an intelligent enterprise. Registration includes breakfast and lunch, networking opportunities with SAP experts, and education. I’ll be making a presentation at this session on change management.
Panel Discussion — EnergyNow
October 30, 2019 – Calgary Petroleum Club
EnergyNow is organizing a Digital Marketing and Sales Summit to discuss changes in marketing and sales practices in oil and gas driven by the rapid growth in digital technologies. I’m chairing a panel discussion on best practices in digital marketing.
Panel Discussion — Spartan Controls
October 24, 2019 – Calgary Petroleum Club
Spartan Controls is organizing a panel discussion on generating business value through digital transformation. I am one of the panelists, along with Sandy Martin of Suncor, Dan Reinbold of Plains Midstream, Peter Zornio of Emerson Electric, and Jose Valls of Microsoft.
Presentation — Canadian Oil Company
October 9, 2019 – Calgary
The company is holding a leadership conference to discuss results and plans for the future. I will deliver a presentation on the impact of digital technology on the oil and gas industry and how digital transformation can make a bottom line impact to companies in the industry.
Keynote Address — AUTOSOL Meeting
October 3, 2019 – Galleria, Houston Texas
AUTOSOL, a leading SCADA system provider with clever new products in the industrial IoT and edge computing, will be hosting an event in Houston. I will deliver a keynote speech on the impact of technology on the oil and gas industry and how digital transformation can make a bottom line impact to companies in the industry.
Radio Interview — iHeartRadio Houston
October 2, 2019 – Houston, Texas
The In The Oil Patch Radio Show is the most popular morning radio broadcast aimed at the oil and gas industry. My co-author, Rachael Goydan, and I will be interviewed by the show host, Kym Bolado. The topic will be our book, Bits, Bytes, and Barrels: The Digital Transformation of Oil and Gas.
This will be the first radio interview about the book! Can’t wait!
Webinar — Bits, Bytes, and Barrels
October 2, 2019 – Deloitte, Houston Texas
For the first time, my co-author, Rachael Goydan, and I, along with Nate Clark, leader of Deloitte’s Digital Practice for Oil and Gas, will be conducting a webinar about our book, Bits, Bytes and Barrels: The Digital Transformation of Oil and Gas. I’ll be in Houston for the recording. Hundreds of people are confirmed already.
Book Signing — Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) ACTE
September 30, 2019 – BMO Center, Calgary, Alberta
The Society of Petroleum Engineers is holding its Annual Technical Conference and Exhibition in Calgary. This event is held in various locations around the world and is the most important SPE event held each year.
I will be selling and signing copies of my book, and supporting the trade show booth for Resource Energy Solutions (RES).
Presentation — Young Pipeliners Association of Canada
September 27, 2019 – Hotel Arts, Calgary, Alberta
The Young Pipeliners Association of Canada (YPAC) is holding its annual conference and the theme is Shaping the Future of the Pipeline Industry.
I am presenting on strategies for young professionals to adapt to technology change in the industry.
Panel Chair — PTAC Digital Innovation in Oil and Gas Forum
September 26, 2019 – Petroleum Club, Calgary, Alberta
The Canadian oil and gas industry is entering an era of considerable transformation. An industry once driven solely by resources is now predominantly steered by technology and innovation.
Specifically, the digitization of the energy sector will have a profound effect on operational efficiencies, cost reductions, and environmental responsibility within our industry. The Forum provides attendees with insight into current and developing technologies and how they are influencing industry operations, as well as the impact digital innovations will have on the future.
I am chairing one of the five panel discussions on innovation.
Speaker – Blockchain in Oil and Gas Conference
September 18-19, 2019 – JW Marriott, Houston TX
The 3rd annual Blockchain in Oil and Gas Conference will be the largest dedicated Blockchain for Oil & Gas event in the world. The Conference will explore how oil and gas can best profit from this emerging technology.
I will be presenting on the breakout and transformation possibilities presented by distributed ledger technology.
Speaker – Best Practices for Oil & Gas
September 16, 2019 – Woodlands Waterway Convention Center, Woodlands TX
Best Practices for Oil & Gas, the leading forum for SAP users in the oil and gas industry, takes place this September in the Woodlands, Texas. Now entering its ninth year, the conference brings together a global network of professionals in the SAP space to network, learn, and discover their success. I am delivering a special pre-conference session on Accelerating Digital Energy. Don’t miss it!
Speaker – Oil and Gas Supply Chain and Procurement Canada 2019
September 10, 11, 2019 – Hyatt Regency Calgary
Energy Conference Network, the organizers of the prestigious Oil and Gas Supply Chain and Procurement Summit, brings you the inaugural Oil and Gas Supply Chain and Procurement Summit Canada – a one stop shop for companies looking to learn about the key trends and best practices to build the oil and gas supply chain of the future. Over two days, attendees will network, discuss and hear about the cutting-edge strategies shaping the current market.
I will be speaking at this event.
Instructor — Bits, Bytes, and Barrels 101
September 9, 2019 – Hyatt Regency Calgary
Energy Conference Network, the organizers of the prestigious Oil and Gas Supply Chain and Procurement Summit, brings you the inaugural Bits, Bytes, and Barrels 101 – Strategies on Digital Transformation In Energy. Based on the new book, entitled ‘Bits, Bytes, and Barrels: The Digital Transformation of Oil and Gas‘, this 1-day seminar helps industry professionals become conversant on digital topics in energy.
I will be the instructor of this course.
Webcast — Best Practices for Oil and Gas – ASUG
July 25, 2019 – Everywhere!
Digital advances offer ways to lower costs of production, improve productivity, reduce carbon emissions, and regain public confidence. A wait-and-see attitude to digital innovation has failed many industries already, and the leaders of oil and gas urgently need guidance on how digital both disrupts and enhances their industry.
During this webcast, I will set out the reasons why adoption is slow, describe the size and scale of both the opportunity and the threat from digital, identify the key digital technologies and the role that they play in a digital future, and recommend a set of actions for leaders to take to accelerate the adoption of digital in the business.
Digital Innovation Panel – Global Petroleum Show
June 12, 2019 – BMO Center, Stampede Park, Calgary
The GPS Conference is a three-day technical and business conference comprised of over 55 industry leaders, and is a discussion forum for critical industry issues including the important role of Indigenous groups, responsible hydrocarbon production and disruptive technologies.
Seminars will explore the demand for transformative business models and technologies such as blockchain, artificial intelligence and deep machine learning.
I will be participating in a panel discussion on digital innovation in oil and gas, with a focus on practical implementation challenges.
Book Sales and Signing – Global Petroleum Show
June 11-13, 2019 – BMO Center, Stampede Park, Calgary
I’ll be selling signed and inscribed paperback copies of my book, ‘Bits, Bytes, and Barrels: The Digital Transformation of Oil and Gas‘ at the EnergyNow booth at the Global Petroleum Show. Drop by the booth, purchase a copy and I’ll sign it for you on the spot.
Blockchain Panel – Inventure$ 2019
June 7, 2019 – Calgary Telus Convention Centre
INVENTURE$ 2019 is a must-attend ‘unconference’ for creative minds. Over three days this conference will bring venture capitalists, angel investors, startups, entrepreneurs, service providers and thought leaders together in Calgary to discover and share the latest in #innovation, research, capital access and deal-making.I will be chairing a panel discussion on how smart contract solutions based on #blockchain technology are helping change business models in a variety of industries.
EnergyConnect
May 21-22, 2019 – A Virtual Conference
EnergyConnect is a virtual conference that will focus on strategic challenges for the energy industry and help answer key questions for E&P businesses interested in improving operational efficiency. This is one of the most innovative conference designs I’ve experienced because it is ‘digital‘. I will be leading a panel discussion on the digital transformation of the oil and gas industry. Panelists include Joy Romero, Chris Leonard, Vicki Knott, Jeff LaFrenz, Soheil Asgarpour and Terrance Chmelyk.
Detechtion Technologies
April 24 and May 1, 2019 – User Group Meetings
Detechtion Technologies, the global leading Industrial IoT and Mobility solution provider in the oil and gas industry, will be hosting its annual User Group Meetings in Calgary, on April 24, and Houston, on May 1, 2019. I will deliver a keynote speech on the impact of technology on the oil and gas industry and how digital transformation can make a bottom line impact to companies in the industry.
Executive Exchange Calgary Summit (ASUG)
April 18, 2019 – Calgary
The ASUG Executive Exchange is where 400+ C-level and VP level SAP customers come together to share insights and influence SAP. Join us at the ASUG Executive Exchange Calgary Regional Summit, taking place Thursday, April 18 at The Pioneer to exchange lessons learned with 25+ fellow senior executive SAP customers. Access the agenda
Registration is complimentary for ASUG Executive Exchange members to attend. Not an ASUG Executive Exchange member or an ASUG member? Please allow two business days to determine eligibility.
I will be speaking at the EE event about my book and its insights for this cross-industry executive gathering.
Energy Connect (eCon) Virtual Conference and Expo
April 16, 17, 2019 – Calgary
The Energy Connect Virtual Conference and Expo will be recording the panel discussions before a live audience on April 16 and 17. If you’re interested in attending, please get in touch.
I will be moderating two panel discussions on the opportunities and the challenges of embracing digital in oil and gas.
Book Launch!
February 26, 2019, 5 pm – 8pm – Calgary Petroleum Club
Join me at the Calgary Petroleum Club to celebrate the launch of my new book, Bits, Bytes, and Barrels: The Digital Transformation of Oil and Gas. Tickets include an autographed copy for your very own.
IOT in Oil and Gas Canada 2019
February 13, 2019, Hotel Arts Calgary
The IOT in Oil & Gas 2019 Conference focuses on helping operators drive down costs and increase efficiencies. The past 3 years have seen the industry make great strides in using technology to realign their cost base, and forums such as this conference have played an important role in best practice knowledge dissemination and being a hub for networking and ideas exchange. I am delivering the keynote address at the start of the conference.
Blockchain in Oil and Gas Canada 2019
February 12, 2019, 8 am – 5pm – Hotel Arts Calgary
Distributed ledger technology (or blockchain) will have a profound impact on the oil and gas industry. The Energy Conference Network is holding the second annual event of industry and technology leaders in Calgary that focuses on the impacts of blockchain on oil and gas. I’ll be on a panel along with Soheil Asgarpour, Brent Willett, Dave Gajadhar, Nav Dhunay and Mark Waddleton, discussing blockchain business models.
Fuse Collective Annual Gala
January 24, 2019 – Calgary
The Fuse Collective is holding its 13th annual gala, bringing together students, academics and industry to celebrate the changes in Calgary towards a more sustainable future. I’ll be on a panel along with Megan Zimmerman of Calgary Economic Development, and Matt Toohey of TransAlta, on the topic of sustainability and change.
ASUG and SAP Oil and Gas Summit
November 13, 2018 – Bankers Hall Auditorium
SAP is holding one of its frequent educational summits on their technology platform and how it enables the intelligent energy company of the future. I will be the keynote speaker kicking off the day with a presentation called Long Fuse Big Bang – the impacts of digital innovation on the industry.
Osprey Informatics Webinar
November 14, 2018 – an on-line event!
Osprey Informatics is a market leader in visual analytics — a class of artificial intelligence that provides virtual intelligent “eyes-on” capabilities for tough and demanding environments. I will be the first speaker in this webinar to set the stage for how visual analytics creates outsized value for oil and gas.
ARC Financial
October 23, 2018 – Calgary Petroleum Club
ARC Financial is holding an Oil and Gas executive briefing on the state of the oil and gas industry. I will be presenting on the impacts of digital innovation and the opportunity and imperative for investment.
Aucerna UP Conference
October 9, 2018 – Calgary Petroleum Club
Aucerna (formerly 3esi-Enersight and ) is holding their annual UP Conference to discuss the digital transformation of the energy industry. I will be presenting on the impacts of digital on the oil and gas industry.
PTAC
September 27, 2018 – Calgary Petroleum Club
The Petroleum Technology Alliance of Canada (PTAC) is organising a one-day conference on the impact of #digital on #oil and #gas. I will be chairing a panel discussion on the topic.
Pipeline Innovation Mixer
September 25, 2018 – The Edison, 150-9 Ave SW Calgary
ZEEL, Intelliview, Vintri and LuxModus are organising a Pipeline Innovation Mixer, with Joy Romero as the lead speaker. Joy is the VP Technology and Innovation at Canadian Natural Resources. I’ll be following Joy with a talk about digital innovation in pipelines.
EVOK Innovations CEO Summit
September 24, 2018 – The Bow, 500 Centre St S Calgary
EVOK Innovations is holding a CEO Summit to present innovations in clean resource technology. I’m a guest speaker at this event where I’ll be addressing digital’s impacts on oil and gas.
Finance and Accounting Professionals Alliance (FAPA)
September 23, 2018 – 850 2 St SW Calgary
The Prairies Chapter of Finance and Accounting Professionals Alliance (FAPA) and Ismaili Business Professional Alliances (IBPA) is holding a seminar to explore the concepts behind #blockchain technology and its application. I’m the guest speaker at this event.
CEPA Foundation
September 18, 19, 2018 – Fairmont Banff Springs
The Canadian Energy Pipeline Association (CEPA) Foundation is holding its Fall Conference. I will be speaking on the impact of #digital on #oil and #gas, with emphasis on the impacts on the pipeline sector.
IEEE RE’18
August 20, 2018 – Banff Conference Center
At the IEEE International Requirements Engineering Conference, I’ll be speaking on the role and opportunity for #blockchain in the #oil and #gas industry. The #conference is August 20 – 24, 2018 in Banff. Industry Day is August 20.
Alliance Pipeline
June 20, 2018 – Hotel Arts, Calgary
New technology such as block chain, internet of things and artificial intelligence are making their way into the business world, and more prominently, into the supply chain and logistics industry. What are these new technologies and can we understand them further? I am part of a panel discussion on the Digital Reinvention of the Oil and Gas Supply Chain, hosted by the Canadian Centre for Advanced Supply Chain Management and Logistics (CASL).
I’ll be addressing the role of digital in the construction supply chain for new oil and gas infrastructure.
International Energy Credit Association Annual Canadian Conference
June 11, 2018
At the IECA Annual Canadian Conference, I will be delivering a presentation on Emerging Energy Technology, and its impact on the commercial and operational activities of the energy industry. For this presentation, I’ll be joined on stage by Google Home, my occasional artificial intelligence sidekick who provides content, answers questions and tells jokes, all to prove a point – that digital technology is here to stay.
Finance Leadership Forum
June 7, 2018 – Deloitte offices, Calgary
Finance leaders from across the business community will be discussing three topics – robotic process automation, blockchain and disclosure automation. Hosted by Carlee Panylyk, this form will consist of a circuit of three concurrent sessions, with the attendees rotating through the circuit stations. I will be providing a deep dive look into blockchain or distributed ledger technology, how it works, and how it will transform business processes.
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