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In February 2024, northeast producer Infinity Natural Resources expanded its footprint with two lease parcels in the Ohio Utica Oil Window. The new venture diversifies Infinity’s production to 49% liquids, in addition to its Marcellus gas production in Pennsylvania. And in January, the company raised $265 million in its initial public offering. The IPO valued Infinity Natural Resources at $1.18 billion. In this operator presentation, CEO Zack Arnold will share more about the company’s decision to drill the Utica Oil Window, its development plans and the impact of the IPO capital raise and valuation.

MODERATED BY: Nissa Darbonne, Executive Editor-at-Large, Hart Energy

Liberty Energy is one of the leading oilfield services companies in America. The companies ever-diversifying portfolio includes completion services, e-frac fleets and power generation. In March, Liberty Energy announced its acquisition of IMG Energy Solutions, a leading developer of distributed power systems. In February, Ron Gusek was named new CEO after former top man Chris Wright was appointed as Secretary of the U.S. Department of Energy. In this Q&A discussion, Gusek will discuss Liberty Resources’ recent acquisitions, trends toward modular power solutions and how market volatility is affecting services costs and rig deployments.

MODERATED BY: Darren Barbee, Senior Editor, Oil and Gas Investor

As the oil and gas sector faces unprecedented volatility and market uncertainty, M&A has become a key strategy for securing growth, optimizing portfolios, and strengthening competitive positioning. This session will explore the key dynamics and challenges that shape M&A transactions in today's turbulent environment. Industry experts will discuss how fluctuating commodity prices, geopolitical risks, regulatory changes, and shifting supply-demand fundamentals influence deal-making processes. Attendees will gain insight into the strategies employed by leading companies to identify, evaluate, and execute successful M&A transactions.

MODERATED BY: Chris Mathews, Senior Editor, Shale and A&D

The rapid growth of AI and data centers is significantly pushing greater power demand, which has notable implications for the U.S. oil and gas industry, particularly regarding natural gas consumption. As AI technologies and data centers require large volumes of electricity, oil and gas companies may face greater competition for energy resources, particularly during peak demand periods. This growing power demand could drive opportunities and challenges for oil and gas producers as they balance meeting energy needs with maintaining operational efficiency and sustainability in an increasingly competitive landscape. In this session, you’ll hear from key players representing the full value chain of AI data center power demand, discussing the challenges, opportunities, and risks in this rapidly growing sector. 

This session will cover how service and supply companies use AI to provide innovative solutions in oilfield operations, showcasing their latest advancements and technologies in the sector. Experts will explore how AI enhances drilling efficiency, predictive maintenance, and resource optimization, driving down costs while improving production outcomes. Attendees will learn how these cutting-edge technologies transform the oilfield landscape and help operators stay competitive in a rapidly evolving industry.
 

D-J Basin independent producer Prairie Operating Co. holds approximately 47,500 net acres with a 10-year runway of development. In February, the company purchased D-J Basin assets from Bayswater for $602 million, a deal that added about 24,000 net acres to Prairie’s asset base. In this operator session, you’ll hear more about the company’s development plans for its D-J Basin position, what the Baywater acquisition means for the company’s production runway and its prospects for future acquisitions.

MODERATED BY: Darren Barbee, Senior Editor, Oil and Gas Investor

This session will offer a comprehensive view of how U.S. shale oil development will shape the nation’s energy landscape in the coming years, particularly amid an era of high volatility. Analysts predict that shale oil will continue to play a central role in meeting both domestic and global energy demand, with advancements in drilling technologies and production efficiencies driving growth. But shifting markets have resulted in sector upheaval. This session will provide clear insight into the near- and long-term dynamics of the U.S. shale industry.

MODERATED BY: Darren Barbee, Senior Editor, Oil and Gas Investor

Conventional compression control strategies for reciprocating compressors rely on static setpoints and reactive adjustments, often leading to inefficiencies, increased downtime, and higher emissions. Dynamic Package Control (DPC) is a newly patented technology that introduces a novel approach by utilizing a physics-based digital twin running at the edge, enabling real-time optimization through an extensive set of standardized engine and compressor process variables. This shift from fixed control logic to dynamic, data-driven decision-making enhances compressor efficiency, increases uptime, and reduces operational costs.

Doug Rauenzahn | Vice President of Product - Detechtion

A panel of leading Permian Basin midstream operators will examine the evolving infrastructure landscape in one of the U.S.'s most prolific oil and gas regions. Experts will explore the growing demand for pipeline capacity, transportation solutions, and storage facilities as production continues to surge in the Permian Basin. Key topics will include the challenges of maintaining efficient and cost-effective transportation and the opportunities for investing in new projects and technologies to address bottlenecks and enhance midstream capabilities.

MODERATED BY: Sandy Segrist, Senior Editor, Gas and Midstream

This session will explore the lasting impacts of the Trump Administration’s energy policies, trade tariffs, and deregulatory initiatives on the oil and gas industry. Experts will assess how these policy shifts reshaped domestic production, international trade dynamics, and investment strategies across the upstream, midstream, and downstream sectors. Attendees will gain insights into key regulatory rollbacks, changes in environmental compliance frameworks, and the long-term implications of tariffs on imported steel and aluminum—critical inputs for pipeline and infrastructure projects. The discussion will also address how these policies influenced global competitiveness, market volatility, and the strategic responses of industry leaders.

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Join Doug Lawler, CEO of Continental Resources, for an exclusive look into the company's leading position in some of the most prolific oil and gas plays in North America. In this keynote session, Mr. Lawler will share insights on Continental’s strategic development and operational performance across four cornerstone basins: the Bakken, Powder River, SCOOP/STACK, and Permian Basin. As one of the nation’s top producers, Continental continues to drive innovation, capital efficiency, and long-term value through its world-class asset base. Attendees will gain a clearer understanding of how the company is unlocking resource potential, optimizing production, and navigating evolving market dynamics.

MODERATED BY: Nissa Darbonne, Executive Editor-at-Large, Hart Energy

Independent operator Berry Corporation’s legacy operations are based in California’s Central Valley, but its growth engine is Utah’s Uinta Basin. Red tape and regulation have made it difficult for Berry to grow its production in California, so now the company is turning to the liquids-rich Uinta Basin in Utah, where the company manages about 1,200 vertical wells. Berry made its move to horizontal development in 2024, landing wells in the Green River Formation’s Uteland Butte reservoir. In this session, Berry Corporation CEO Fernando Arajuo will share more about the company’s storied history, why the Unita Basin makes sense for growth plans and its development program.

MODERATED BY: Nissa Darbonne, Executive Editor-at-Large, Hart Energy

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