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.

Kirk Offel

Kirk Offel, CEO of Overwatch Mission Critical, is a data center industry leader with 20+ years of experience. A Navy veteran and AI infrastructure expert, he champions veteran workforce integration and digital innovation, shaping the future of cloud and AI infrastructure.

William Murphy, Jr.

Billy, CEO of University Lands, oversees 2.1 million acres of Permanent University Fund (PUF) Lands in West Texas, generating billions for Texas higher education institutions. With expertise in land management, energy, and legal affairs, he drives sustainable development in the Permian Basin.

Michael Lozano

Michael D. Lozano, Government Affairs expert at the Permian Basin Petroleum Association, advocates for oil and gas policy, natural resources, and environmental regulation. With extensive legislative experience, he supports the safe, responsible development of the Permian Basin’s energy sector.

Catarina Gonzales

Commissioner Gonzales was appointed by Governor Greg Abbott in 2024 and brings extensive experience in budget policy, law, and environmental regulation. A member of the State Bar of Texas, she has a background in private law practice, government service, and nonprofit leadership.

Calin Toffoli

Calin Toffoli is an environmental and process engineer specializing in water and wastewater permitting. With expertise in Texas regulations, she works at Tetra Tech, focusing on produced water treatment and beneficial reuse projects. She has led multiple TPDES permit submissions and pilot studies, advancing sustainable water solutions.