Young Professionals Event

0900–0920 | Breakfast and Welcome

0920–1000 | Networking Session
Attendees will have an opportunity to network with other Young Professionals Day attendees through a series of round table groups. Groups will be divided up by discipline, industry experience, and other topics in multiple rounds of networking.

1005–1200 | Panel Session with Q&A
Join us for a panel discussion where offshore energy professionals share valuable insights and strategies for advancing your career. Don’t miss the opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and network with experts in the field!       

Moderator Kenneth B. Medlock Senior Director, Center for Energy Studies Rice University
Panelist Manuel E. Rosales Data Analytics Supervisor ExxonMobil Unconventional	Panelist Amanda Rico  Resume and Editorial Specialist Rico Editorial Services	Panelist Steve Hassman General Manager Wells Execution Chevron	Panelist Loretta Bersani Global HR Director Strategy & Technology and Sales & Commercial Baker Hughes	Andrew Tate Wedge Technology Senior Director Tenaris

1210–1300 | Lunch Keynote - Navigating the Energy Frontier: Transforming Careers in the AI-Driven Oil and Gas Industry
In an era where energy innovation converges with AI and the energy transition, the oil and gas industry stand at a crossroads. As we grapple with these challenges, the next generation of professionals holds the key to unlocking a brighter future. Join us for an engaging keynote session as we explore how AI, ML, and Generative AI are reshaping the landscape. But this isn’t just about technology—it’s about you, the young professionals who will shape the industry’s destiny.

Speaker Josh Etkind Upstream Deepwater Digital Transformation Manager & Business Opportunity Manager Shell

1300-1310 | Closing Comments, Give Exhibit Floor Tour Instructions

1310-1430 | Guided Exhibit Floor Tours
Embark on an engaging exploration of the exhibit floor, where you’ll have the opportunity to experience state-of-the-art technology firsthand. Engage directly with industry-leading companies to delve into topics such as subsea technology, robotics, autonomous vessels, and new energies.

  Participation in the event requires a separate ticket, which can be purchased for USD 60 during registration. It includes breakfast, lunch, and access to the exhibit floor the day of the event.