Energy Workforce & Technology Council

Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day! 🌟   Today, we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy of leadership, service, and commitment to strong communities. His dedication to opportunity and progress reflects the values that drive our industry—hard work, integrity, and a commitment to powering America.   #MLKDay

💭 In his latest article, Energy Workforce President Tim Tarpley discusses key actions taking place this week that will shape the future of the energy sector and its policies in the years to come.   Tarpley covers it all, from Governor Burgum and Liberty Energy CEO Chris Wright beginning their confirmation processes for Secretary of the Interior and Secretary of Energy, to President-elect Trump potentially issuing an executive order to reverse the LNG pause.   🔎 Discover more about these actions and their impact on the industry: https://lnkd.in/gmG_7r79

Congrats to everyone on the ProPetro Services, Inc team that has invested in themselves through the Energy Workforce & Technology Council development programs. Lead on!

We are thrilled to celebrate the achievements of our graduates from the 2024 Energy Workforce & Technology Council's Executive Leadership Program. We are incredibly proud of each team member for their dedication and perseverance in completing this program, and we look forward to seeing them apply their new skills and insights in the year ahead! Their commitment to growth and development through this program exemplifies our PRISM culture!   A huge round of applause and congratulations goes to… Chris Cook - Director of Service Quality  Connor Sinclair - Vice President of Digital Technology Elizabeth Karl, PHR, SHRM-CP - Vice President of Human Resources Matthew J. Vahsholtz, P.E. - Vice President of Power Generation Ashley Perry, SHRM-CP - Director of Human Resources Cyrus Robinson - Controls Engineering Technology Manager Emily Funk - Director, Knowledge Management Esmayiel Chavira - Regional Manager Frank Francica - HSE Regional Manager Jessy Creel - HSE Regional Manager Johnny Martin - Director of Asset Integrity Marc Frank - Director of Power Generation Michael Garza-Pena - Regional Manager Nick Fornicola - Director of Data Technology Ryan McCann - Vice President of Frac Operations Wayne Darce - Director of Manufacturing and Testing Michelle Tacconi - Employee Experience Manager With a focus on empowering the next generation of talent, these programs are designed to equip workers with the skills needed to thrive in an ever-evolving industry. To learn more and see the complete list of graduates, visit: https://lnkd.in/gHwHfry4 #electricfrac #frac #oilandgas #efrac #esg #PRISM

Proud of the commitment of our company and our teams to invest not only in our technology but also our people. We better serve our teams and our partners when we commit to investing in our people. Thank you Energy Workforce & Technology Council for making these trainings available to our industry.

🏛️ Join Energy Workforce and Cornerstone Government Affairs for a virtual briefing on IRA funding and tariffs under the new Trump administration and the potential impacts on the energy services sector and industry.   Hear from industry leaders during the briefing who will share key insights and help participants stay ahead of the curve: 🌟 Jack Belcher, Principal, and VP, Cornerstone Government Affairs, and Sustainability & Energy Value Advisors 🌟 Dr. Jay Golden, Director, Dynamic Sustainability Lab, Syracuse University 🌟 David Planning, Principal, Cornerstone Government Affairs   Don’t miss the opportunity to gain invaluable knowledge about the industry’s future.   🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/grVaH3FW

🎤 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐫: 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐥   Jon Walters, President of Shepherd Power, will be a featured speaker at the 2025 Annual Meeting in Frisco, TX.   Jon will be a featured speaker on the Power Generation Panel, where he’ll focus on discussing power suppliers and the future of energy infrastructure in oilfield operations.   🔗 Be a part of the conversation and register today: https://lnkd.in/g3Pe5yGZ

This morning, EWTC had the privilege of co-hosting a freshman member breakfast at the Capitol Hill Club in partnership with several leading trade associations. Together, we welcomed the new members of Congress and discussed their vital role in shaping policies that drive innovation, strengthen our workforce, and unleash the full potential of American energy. The event provided the opportunity to connect, collaborate, and chart a course toward a prosperous energy future. We are inspired by the enthusiasm and commitment of these new leaders and are excited to work with them to advance solutions that power our economy and empower our workforce. A special thanks to the following members of Congress for joining us today: Nicholas Begich III, Abraham Hamadeh, Jeffrey S. Hurd, Jeff Crank, Gabe Evans, Jefferson Shreve, Tom Barrett, Mark Harris, Tim Moore, Julie Fedorchak, Dave Taylor, Robert Bresnahan Jr.., Craig Goldman, John McGuire, Dr. Mike Kennedy, Bob Onder Together, we are stronger, more innovative, and ready to unleash the future of American energy.

The Energy Workforce Middle East Chapter hosted its inaugural event this week in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia at the U.S. Consulate in Dhahran during the IKTVA Forum 2025.   In its efforts to grow its regional presence the Middle East Chapter, led by Riaz Jumabhoy, GD Energy Products, partnered with the U.S. Chamber and AmCham KSA EP to host a networking reception, sponsored by Helmerich & Payne.   Guests also had the opportunity to hear from industry leaders such as Consul General Jim Sindle, Energy Workforce Board Chair Scott Livingston, NOV; David Edginton, President, AmCham EP, and Liz Clark, Director Middle East Affairs, U.S. Chamber.   Thank you to all participants! We look forward to fostering excellence and collaboration in the year ahead.

🎓 Congratulations to all 2024 Executive Leadership Program graduates!   Energy Workforce gathered today at HMH for a ceremony to celebrate the achievements and dedication of the 2024 Executive Leadership Program graduating class.   Over 120 talented professionals completed an Executive Leadership Program, these year-long programs focused on empowering participants by equipping them with the skills and tools needed to transform into exceptional and impactful leaders.   “My greatest takeaway was that leadership is a lifelong journey and leaders at all levels are facing new challenges. Delegation is often difficult for some leaders and doesn’t always get easier as you move up in an organization.” 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐭 AMGAS Services Inc., Alkane Midstream, Allison Transmission, Baker Hughes, Cat Oil & Gas, Caterpillar Oil & Gas, DNOW, Evolution Well Services, Forum Energy Technologies, GD Energy Products, Helmerich & Payne, HMH, Hunting Energy Services, Kodiak Gas Services, Mattr, Milestone Environmental Services, Mustang Cat, NOV, Solaris Energy Infrastructure, Stewart & Stevenson, Superior Energy Services, Oil States International, ProPetro Services, Inc, PRT Offshore an Expro Company, Ranger Energy Services, LLC