Charles Maguire
Charles Maguire, a project manager with the Railroad Commission of Texas, brings extensive environmental leadership from the EPA and TCEQ.
Luis Baez
Luis Baez is the Permian Basin Water Manager for ConocoPhillips and has held this position since 2021. He has also served as the Permian Basin Non-Operated Manager for ConocoPhillips and Shell. Previously, he was the International Unconventional Shales Manager for Shell, overseeing operations in several countries. Luis has extensive experience in shale and coal seam gas projects, both in the US and internationally. He graduated as a Geologist from the University of Liverpool in 2001 and is involved with several professional organizations.
Jon VandenBrand
Jon VandenBrand, VP of Delaware Commercial Development at Western Midstream, leads commercial operations for gas, crude oil, and produced water assets in the Delaware Basin. With 15+ years in energy and finance, he has expertise in commercial strategy, corporate finance, and asset management.
Dylan Van Brunt
Dylan Van Brunt, COO of Aris Water Solutions, brings extensive expertise in water management, asset development, and operations in the Permian Basin. With leadership roles at Concho Resources and SM Energy, he has driven full-cycle water strategies and infrastructure development. He holds a B.S. in Petroleum Engineering from Texas A&M.
Jonathan Rehkopf
Jonathan Rehkopf, Project Development Manager at Texas Pacific Water Resources (TPWR), specializes in oil-field water management, infrastructure, and beneficial reuse. With over a decade of experience in the Permian Basin and Eagle Ford Shale, he leads water sourcing, disposal, and sustainability initiatives.
Dan Pickering
Dan Pickering, Chief Investment Officer at Pickering Energy Partners (PEP), is a leader in energy investments and advisory services across oil, gas, and energy transition. With 29 years of experience in portfolio management, research, and analysis, he drives strategic energy investments and serves on multiple industry and nonprofit boards.