roundtable discussions
Back by popular demand, join us for another year of roundtable discussions at ERM!
Participate in a series of discipline specific roundtable discussions that will allow attendees to share knowledge and debate ideas with peer technical professionals in an open discussion. Roundtables are a structured yet interactive meeting format where participants gather to engage in a collaborative and open exchange of ideas in order to foster dialogue, encourage diverse perspectives, and reach meaningful conclusions or decisions.
Four roundtables will be offered focusing on Young Professionals, Reservoir Engineering, Production and Operations. A professional specific to each topic will serve as a moderator to facilitate the discussion, but the conversation will be driven entirely by the questions, comments, and interests of the participants as they share their own experience, learn from the experience of others, and debate ideas that are exceptionally relevant to their areas of professional interest.
"Leveraging AI for Professional Advancement"
This roundtable explores the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on petroleum engineering, focusing on how it can enhance both operational efficiency and professional growth. Participants will delve into AI’s applications in exploration, production, and reservoir management, discuss essential skills and tools for leveraging AI, and examine real-world examples and future trends. The discussion will also address the ethical considerations and challenges associated with AI integration, offering practical insights for advancing careers and staying competitive in the evolving field of petroleum engineering.
Moderator:
Cayman Kelly
Technical Engineer, CNX
"Monograph 5: A Practical Guide to Type Well Profiles"
The Monograph is expected to be published soon, potentially by the date of this meeting. Regardless of actual publication date, a number of Monograph 5 presentations and short courses have been held that identify recommended practices for performing type well analysis and that explore uncertainties associated with those type well profiles even when recommended practices are followed. The roundtable will explore several of the key topics addressed in Monograph 5.
Moderator:
Rick Talley
CEO, Netherland, Sewell & Associates, Inc.
"Beyond Reuse: Alternative Water Strategies and Well Treatments"
In this roundtable, participants will delve into innovative strategies for managing produced water beyond the conventional approach of reuse through fracturing. The discussion will also cover a range of chemical treatments for wells, including the use of green acids, soaps, and other advanced solutions. This session aims to provide a comprehensive overview of alternative methods and technologies, fostering a deeper understanding of how these approaches can enhance water management and well treatment practices in the industry.
Moderator:
Isaac Whorl
Production Engineer, Coterra Energy
"Improvements and Updates in Downhole Diagnostics"
This roundtable will explore the latest advancements in downhole diagnostics, focusing on their impact to operations. Key discussion points will include innovations in pre- and post-frac measurements, enhanced well integrity monitoring, and the use of permanent fiber installations for continuous stress/strain data. Participants will also examine recent developments in
downhole gauges and their integration with other diagnostic tools, aiming to optimize well performance and address the challenges in correlating multiple data streams from various sources.
Moderator:
Jennifer Miskimins
Petroleum Engineering Department Head, Colorado School of Mines
2026 SPE President