2025 AGENDA

Powering Tomorrow: Transforming Energy through Intelligent Technologies

DAY 1 - APRIL 23

Wednesday, April 23, 2025
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
 
 
8:30 AM - 8:35 AM
 
 
8:35 AM - 8:40 AM
 
 
8:40 AM - 9:00 AM
 
Mark Little
9:00 AM - 9:40 AM

-    Understanding why establishing reliable data infrastructure, organizational culture, and workforce readiness to avoid failures and ensure smoother scale-up
-    Exploring real-life examples from adjacent sectors to reduce trial-and-error and boost ROI
-    Balancing new technologies with existing solutions to maximize efficiency and minimize operational disruptions
-    Identifying and prioritizing end applications that deliver the highest ROI to secure stakeholder buy-in and drive tangible results
 

Pamela Arpin Raylene Charron John A. Shannon
9:40 AM - 10:05 AM

-    Building robust data strategies, connect workforces, and adopt AI in phases to advance the shift toward cleaner energy
-    Using proven approaches from finance, healthcare, and manufacturing to solve unique energy-sector challenges more efficiently
-    Blending legacy systems with new renewable initiatives to accelerate sustainable operations and streamline transition efforts
 

Bruce Duong Thyer Myren
10:05 AM - 10:25 AM

-    Establishing  a robust data foundation that supports AI-powered decision-making in oil and gas operations
-    Implementing  best practices in data quality, integration, and governance practices to build reliable AI infrastructure
-    Optimizing operations and reduce costs by leveraging consistent, high-quality data across the supply chain
-    Enhancing critical decision-making and environmental performance through effective AI integration
 

Caelum Kamps
10:25 AM - 10:45 PM

-    Measure returns on AI, from quicker deployments to cost savings, to validate ROI and secure leadership buy-in
-    Co-investing in shared data platforms and robust infrastructure for scalable growth and reduced risk
-    Distributing costs and risks among partners when developing common AI applications to foster collaboration and efficiency
 

Ian MacGregor
10:45 AM - 10:50 AM
 
Mike Davies
10:50 AM - 11:15 AM

Attendees can visit sponsor booths where sponsors showcase actual use cases and tools

 
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM

The lightning rounds will showcase case studies from speakers who each have 15 minutes to present their update on the Problem, challenge + solution. 

  • From Paper to Insights: Unleashing AI for Smarter Land Systems
    Dean Ruston, Pandell Technology
    Michelle Uzick, Pandell, an ESG Company
  • Enhancing operational efficiency with virtual simulations
    Darnell Franco, Detechtion Technologies
  • System Optimization for Complex Natural Gas Systems 
    Amanda Chan, TC Energy
    Jeff Stoffregen, TC Energy
Dean Ruston Michelle Uzick Darnell Franco Amanda Chan Jeff Stoffregen
12:00 PM - 12:25 PM

-    Demonstrating how major Canadian operators overcame unique environmental and regulatory challenges, providing practical best practices for others to follow
-    Highlighting success stories from local operators that deliver tangible ROI and operational efficiencies, enabling direct replication in similar projects
-    Showing how region-specific workforce dynamics and supply chain considerations shape AI adoption, offering actionable insights for stakeholders seeking to replicate these successes
 

Brendan Cumming Caelum Kamps
12:25 PM - 12:45 PM

-    Using algorithms to predict optimal timing for well intervention
-    Enhancing the predictive models and improve accuracy over time, ensuring ongoing reliability with larger datasets
-    Minimizing the requirement of human interpretation and manual tasks

Simon Rivard
12:45 PM - 1:35 PM

Sponsors remain available for deeper Q&A and live product trials at their booths

 
1:35 PM - 2:05 PM

The lightning rounds will showcase case studies from speakers who each have 15 minutes to present their update on the Problem, challenge + solution

  • Session by Outsystems 
  • Session by Cohere
 
2:05 PM - 2:25 PM

-    Exploring some of the reasons why data governance programs launch but struggle to return value on corporate investment. 
-    Understanding the value and importance of successful data governance programs, and mechanisms by which this value can be recognized. 
-    Exploring ways in which working collectively can help corporate data governance programs position for success.

 

Trudy Curtis
2:25 PM - 3:05 PM

Each round table has a different topic, and attendees can select the round table they want to participate in. Round table leaders will spend the first 15 minutes meeting the delegates and providing a case study/lessons learned log/industry update and then moderating a 30-minute discussion with the group where they can give feedback and ask questions. The final 10 –15 minutes will be spent agreeing on 3 -5 industry recommendations. A selection of these recommendations will be shared with the whole audience, and all of them will be summarized in the post-event report.

  1. Data Management and Analytics Challenges
    Juan Carlos Cabanillas Leon, Cenovus
  2. Workforce Transformation and Skill Development
    Tracy Gray, Detechtion Technologies
  3. Regulatory and Compliance in Digital Energy
  4. AI Skill Gap: Training and Education Strategies
  5. Cybersecurity Frameworks for Energy Companies
  6. Maximizing ROI on AI Investments
    Aarti Raman, Petronas Canada
  7. Ethical AI: Developing Responsible AI Policies
  8. AI and Beyond: Emerging Tech for Energy
    Ashley Weir, SLB
  9. AI-driven emissions monitoring, carbon footprint tracking, and net-zero strategies
    Bruce Duong, Alberta Innovates
  10. Moving from successful pilot to full deployment
  11. Harnessing Big Data and AI for Energy Optimization
    Mathew Duffy, Data Elephant
    Stephen Gibson, Data Elephant
  12. Managing Risk with Digitization and AI: What Works and What Doesn't
    Trevor Nimegeers, ITRAK 365
Juan Carlos Cabanillas Leon Tracy Gray Aarti Raman Ashley Weir Bruce Duong Mathew Duffy Stephen Gibson Trevor Nimegeers
3:05 PM - 3:25 PM
 
 
3:25 PM - 3:45 PM
 
 
3:45 PM - 4:15 PM

-    Clarifying AI vs. Generative AI for stakeholders unfamiliar with the nuances, ensuring well-informed decisions about technology strategies
-    Showcasing how AI technology stands today and highlighting realistic applications in oil and gas, offering immediate use-case potential
-    Providing practical steps to build data infrastructure and identify small, high-impact projects, enabling a smoother AI adoption journey.
 

Mike Procee Wish Bakshi
4:15 PM - 4:45 PM

-  Transferring best practices from defence, aerospace and agriculture to cut down trial-and-error and accelerate Digital implementation
-  Overcoming “not invented here” syndrome to speed up adoption and foster cross-functional support 
-  Embracing continual learning from other sectors as Digital and AI evolves to future-proof your technologies and maintain a competitive edge 

 
4:45 PM - 5:30 PM

-    Deciding whether to build in-house AI or buy off-the-shelf, ensuring it aligns with your specific business needs, available resources, and long-term goals
-    Avoiding falling for the latest tech trends without a solid business case, staying focused on impactful and strategic AI investments
-    Learning from real-life examples of companies that made both successful and unsuccessful build-or-buy decisions, offering valuable insights for your own AI strategy
 

Diti Sood Torend Ebner
5:30 PM - 5:35 PM
 
 
5:35 PM - 5:40 PM
 
Rodrigo Coronado
5:40 PM - 6:40 PM
 
 

DAY 2 - APRIL 24

Thursday, April 24, 2025
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
 
 
8:30 AM - 8:35 AM
 
 
8:35 AM - 8:40 AM
 
 
8:40 AM - 9:00 AM

-    Prioritizing worker protection and operational needs over technological novelty
-    Transitioning from pilots to enterprise-wide adoption by focusing on human factors, clear change champions, and seamless integration
-    Achieving full ROI through 100% user adoption with intuitive interfaces and frictionless experiences
 

Andrea Hine
9:00 AM - 9:25 AM

-    Discussing the essential skills required for AI deployment and data management to ensure robust operations, compliance, and innovation
-    Focusing on upskilling current employees in data science, cloud management, and cybersecurity to maximize internal expertise and drive seamless adoption
-    Exploring  collaborative training programs and partnerships with educational institutions to build a sustainable pipeline of skilled professionals for future growth
 

Kamaljeet Gill
9:25 AM - 9:45 AM

-    Learning how risk management, collection strategy, and meticulous cleaning and transformation set the stage for robust AI models
-    Discovering how tools like PECL Digital Field and Data Definition enhance data annotation, validation, and overall quality
-    Tackling issues with SCADA/meter data through insights drawn from a detailed PECL case study
-    Understanding how best practices in data preparation directly impact model accuracy, effectiveness, and value
 

Mike Bennett Aarti Raman
9:45 AM - 10:05 AM

-    Understanding how RAG LLMs deliver real-time safety data directly to field personnel.
-    Exploring success stories that demonstrate tangible ROI and enhanced operational efficiencies
-    Practical insights to replicate these best practices across your projects
 

Brendan Cumming Bryan Kan
10:05 AM - 10:45 AM

-    Using AI to enhance the bottom line with improved efficiency, cost savings, and new revenue streams, ensuring tangible financial gains
-    Minimizing operational hazards and cybersecurity threats through AI insights, creating a safer and more resilient environment
-    Exploring real examples of AI-driven ROI and safer operations, providing proven methods for responsible AI adoption
 

Jenny Ye Shannon Paiement Omar Zaal
10:45 AM - 11:15 AM
 
 
11:15 AM - 11:35 AM


-  Discovering how Private Wireless Networks enable secure, high-speed data collection essential for successful AI deployments.
-  Exploring the role of real-time connectivity in driving predictive maintenance, autonomous operations, and safety enhancements.
-  Understanding how robust wireless infrastructure transforms operational data into actionable AI-driven insights.
-  Examining practical use cases demonstrating improved safety, compliance, and operational efficiency through AI powered by Private Wireless Networks.

Jeffrey de Leeuw
11:35 AM - 12:20 PM

The lightning rounds will showcase case studies from speakers who each have 15 minutes to present their update on the Problem, challenge + solution. 

-    Enhancing operational efficiency with Digital Twins
     
Linnea Russell, SLB
-    Data Privacy and Security: Balancing the Need for Standards with Speed
     
Prashant Prashant, Fortune 500 Oil & Gas Company
-    Session by SAP 

 

Linnea Russell Prashant Prashant
12:20 PM - 12:45 PM

-    Automating repetitive tasks and analyzing large datasets so employees can focus on high-value work, driving greater productivity and innovation
-    Merging human expertise with AI-driven insights to boost efficiency and quality, creating a balanced human–machine collaboration
-    Real-world examples of AI tools and processes that have successfully augmented workforce capabilities in energy operations, providing proven models for transformation

Ian Gonzalez Owen Lightbody
12:45 PM - 1:35 PM
 
 
1:35 PM - 2:20 PM

-    Exploring how AI-driven tools enable front-line workers and leaders to “do more with less"
     
Shannon Paiement, Torxen Oil & Gas
-    Intelligent Connectivity: Digitalization in Critical Communication
     
Ignacio Callen, PowerTrunk
-    Moving Physical Security Systems to the Cloud and leveraging AI
     Stuart Larochelle, Verdaka

Shannon Paiement Ignacio Callen Stuart Larochelle
2:20 PM - 3:00 PM

This unique, audience-driven panel discussion is designed to tackle the most pressing digitalization challenges in the oil and gas sector — in real time. Unlike traditional panels, this impromptu session puts the power in your hands: attendees will identify the topic, nominate themselves or colleagues, and shape the conversation as it unfolds.
How the Session Will Run:
-    The Chair will kick off the session by outlining the format and inviting the audience to identify key challenges or topics they’d like the panel to address
-    Using Sli.do, attendees will submit and upvote topic ideas. The highest-ranked topic will become the focus of the discussion
-    Attendees can nominate themselves or colleagues with relevant expertise to join the panel, forming an ad hoc team of experts
-    The Chair will guide the panel as they explore the selected topic, offering practical solutions, real-world insights, and debating approaches to overcome obstacles.
-    The audience is encouraged to participate actively by asking questions, sharing experiences, and contributing ideas, fostering a collaborative environment
-    The Chair will summarize the session, highlighting the most impactful insights and actionable strategies shared during the discussion
 

 
3:00 PM - 3:20 PM
 
 
3:20 PM - 3:40 PM
 
 
3:40 PM - 4:05 PM

-    Using predictive analytics to forecast demand and reduce inventory bottlenecks with AI-driven insights, ensuring cost savings
-    Streamlining logistics integration for real-time visibility and resource optimization, enhancing operational efficiency
-    Developing collaboration essentials through data-sharing agreements and cross-functional teams to unify efforts and accelerate supply chain AI success

 

 
4:05 PM - 4:45 PM

-    Leveraging SMEs' agility and responsiveness to drive innovation and project success.
-    Overcoming traditional procurement barriers that impede effective collaboration between small businesses and large energy producers.
-    Implementing engagement strategies that foster mutually beneficial partnerships and sustainable growth.
 

 
4:45 PM - 4:50 PM
 
 
4:50 PM - 5:00 PM