Thank you to all speakers, sponsors, and attendees. This year's event was a success because of you. We sincerely hope to see each and every one of you again next year. THANK YOU!

-2012 OKC YP Energy Forum Committee

The OKC Society of Petroleum Engineers Young Professionals, Oklahoma Independent Petroleum Association’s Future Leaders program and the OKC Young Professionals in Energy have partnered to create and host the state’s first multidisciplinary energy forum for young professionals.

Event Purpose:

To engage young professionals working in all aspects of the energy industry in a forum that will provide an opportunity to enhance knowledge of the business and in developing a successful career. The forum is directed towards professionals with less than 10 years of experience but more seasoned professionals who are interested in the presented topics are encouraged to attend as well. Local interns and college students will also be invited.

Location: Century Ballroom, Sheraton Hotel, Downtown Oklahoma City

Date: Thursday, July 19, 2012

Schedule

Speaker Bios:

Larry Nichols, Executive Chairman and Co-founder, Devon Energy

J. Larry Nichols is a co-founder of Devon and has been a director since 1971. He was elected executive chairman in June 2010, after holding the position of chairman and chief executive officer since 1980. Mr. Nichols graduated from Princeton University with a bachelor’s degree in geology, and he completed his juris doctorate at the University of Michigan. A leader in the industry, Mr. Nichols serves on the executive committee of the board of directors for America’s Natural Gas Alliance and the National Association of Manufacturers and is on the board of the Business Industry Political Action Committee in Washington, D.C. He is the former chairman and a current director of the American Petroleum Institute and American Exploration & Production Council.

Steve Hinchman, President and CEO, Highmount Exploration and Production LLC

Steve Hinchman holds a Master of Science degree in petroleum engineering from the Colorado School of Mines as well as a Bachelor of Science degree in petroleum engineering from Penn State University. Prior to joining Highmount, Steve enjoyed a 29 year career at Marathon Oil Corporation, where he held a number of technical, staff and managerial positions of increasing responsibility in domestic and international E&P. In 2000, Mr. Hinchman became senior vice president of worldwide production for Marathon. He retired from Marathon in 2009 as executive vice president of technology and services. In addition to being on the board of directors of the IPAA, Mr. Hinchman is an active member of the board of Interfaith Care Partners, the Industry Advisory Council at Penn State University  and is also on the board of the Foundation for Energy Education.

Jack Stark, Senior Vice President of Exploration, Continental Resources

Dewey F. Bartlett, Jr. is the 39th mayor of Tulsa. He received a bachelor's degree in accounting from Regis University and an M.B.A. from Southern Methodist University. After graduating from SMU, he worked in the oil fields and spent two years as a landman with Beard Oil Company. In 1979, he earned his place as landman and co-managing partner at the family-owned Keener Oil Company and became managing partner in 1987. Mayor Bartlett has served as president of Tulsa-based Keener Oil & Gas Company since 1994. His civic service includes serving as a former Tulsa city councilor from 1990 to 1994. He also served as a former chairman of the Tulsa Chapter of the American Red Cross, the Oklahoma Energy Resources Board, the National Stripper Well Association and the Tulsa Airport Authority Board of Trustees and served as an Independent Petroleum Association of America board member.

Mike Cantrell, Vice President of Government and Regulatory Affairs, Continental Resources

Along with being the current chairman of Cantrell Energy Corporation in Ada and president of the Domestic Energy Producers Alliance, Mike Cantrell’s experience in the industry includes serving as President of Save Domestic Oil, a national coalition that enforces trade laws regarding oil dumping. He is a former chairman of the Oklahoma Independent Petroleum Association, the state’s largest energy association, and was a co-founder and chairman of the Oklahoma Energy Resources Board, the nation’s first oil checkoff program. Mr. Cantrell is a member of the Industry Advisory Board for the National Association of Royalty Owners and an executive committee member for the Texas Alliance of Energy Producers. He also serves the state and his community as a board member for the Oklahoma Foundation for Excellence, Oklahomans for Lawsuit Reform and Citizens Bank of Ada.

Patrice Douglas, Oklahoma Corporation Commisioner

Patrice took office as Oklahoma Corporation Commisioner in October 2011. Prior to taking office, she was Edmond's mayor, practiced law full time for 13 years, joined the family business at ACP Sheet Metal, and served at multiple positions at various banks. During her time at ACP Sheet Metal, she faced firsthand the challenges of small business owners. Patrice says that community service is her passion and has been appointed by the Governor to serve on six different statewide boards and task forces. Patrice received the Kate Barnard Award for Outstanding Public Service in Oklahoma-the first municipal official to recieve this honor.

Thank You to the

OKC YP Energy Forum Sponsors!!

Devon Energy | Chesapeake Energy | Schlumberger

Sandridge Energy | Baker Hughes | Continental Resources

FMC Technologies | Ulterra Drilling Technology | OERB | GE Oil & Gas

Packers Plus | Halliburton | Cudd Energy Services | Chaparral Energy

IPAA | PostRock Energy | Highmount E&P | The University of Tulsa

Dalton Boggs & Associates | OU College of Engineering