11th Annual
- March 24, 2026
This one-day event is designed to provide an update on forecasts, trends, research, and regulatory developments for the frac sand industry. It will bring together frac sand and proppant suppliers, exploration companies, oil and gas companies, well completion companies, producers, rail companies, truckers, barge operators, and those offering technology solutions to support a more efficient supply chain.
The event is limited to 150 attendees, offering participants the chance to network with speakers and fellow attendees, fostering new connections and strengthening relationships with industry leaders. Don’t miss this unique opportunity—register early to secure your seat!
Preliminary Agenda Overview
| Time | Description |
|---|---|
| 9:00 am | Opening Remarks
- Nick Cook, Petroleum Connection |
| 9:15 am | Shale Outlook Presentation
- Mark Quesada, Rystad Energy |
| 9:45 am | State of the Industry
- Joseph Triepke, Infill Thinking [M] - Jason Price, Wallstreet Sand Co. - Corey Donaldson, ProFrac - Ozair Shahid, Halliburton |
| 10:30 am | Morning Networking Break |
| 11:05 am | Logistics Panel
- Joy Lanham, KLM Logistics [M] - Forbes Scott, Sisu Energy - Blake LeBaron, Norco Services - David Gonzalez, Higginbotham |
| 11:50 am | Streamlining the Spot Market
- Sam Reynolds, USIX |
| 12:00 pm | Networking Lunch with time to visit Exhibits |
| 1:25 pm | Focused Perspectives: TSS
- Joseph Triepke, Infill Thinking [M] - Greg Lanham, TSS |
| 1:45 pm | Vertically Integrating: Expand's Logic
- Nick Cook, Petroleum Connection - Candace Rowell, Expand Energy |
| 2:00 pm | Power Generation in Frac Sand Mining
- Bob Carter, IAC [M] - Scott Johns, Sapphire Natural Gas |
| 2:30 pm | Afternoon Networking Break |
| 3:00 pm | Alternative Proppants: Beyond Simply Sand
- Mark McGill, PropTester [M] - Max Nikolaev, CARBO |
| 3:30 pm | Start-Up to Exit: The Story of High Roller Sand
- Pete Cook, Petroleum Connection [M] - Dave Frattaroli, CT Minerals |
| 3:55 pm | Closing Remarks
- Nick Cook, Petroleum Connection |
| 4:00 pm | Networking Reception |
| 5:30 pm | Evening Free for Networking Dinners |
The Petroleum Club of Houston
1201 Louisiana St, 37th Floor
Houston, TX 77002
CONFERENCE SPEAKERS
SPONSORSHIPS
COFFEE
Sponsorship credit for the coffee along with sponsor logo (co-branded with The Petroleum Connection) on coffee mugs provided to all attendees.
RECEPTION
Sponsorship credit for the reception along with your logo (co-branded with The Petroleum Connection) on pint or wine glasses provided to all attendees.
LANYARD
Lanyards with sponsor logo alternating with The Petroleum Connection logo provided to all attendees.
KICK-OFF
Sponsor allowed to put information out at every seat in the general session room prior to the conference start.
LUNCH
Put information out at every seat in the meeting space while attendees are at the plated lunch, so they see the information upon return, as well as lunch sponsorship signage in the hall during the plated lunch.
EXHIBITOR
Conference Lodging | Hyatt Regency Houston
We have a block of rooms reserved for attendees at the Hyatt Regency Houston which is directly adjacent to the Petroleum Club. Reservations can be made by calling (713) 654-1234 and asking for The Petroleum Connection room block.
Discounted Room Rate