MIDLAND COUNTY HORSESHOE ARENA & PAVILION
Join us in Midland, TX for an afternoon and evening of guest speakers, great food and fabulous music from Randy Rogers Band and Wade Bowen.
PUTTING IT BACK INTO THE PERMIAN
We raised $125,245 for The Midland Children's Rehabilitation Center (MCRC).
All proceeds benefited this 501 (c)(3) organization that provides occupational, physical, and speech therapy, as well as tutoring for children with dyslexia in the Permian Basin.
RAISED FOROIL PATCH KIDS
2023 $112,4472024 $115,5002025 $125,245
TOTAL $353,192
ATTENDEES
2023 1,5002024 2,000
TOTAL 3,500
SPONSORS
2023 372024 552025 56
TOTAL 148
why we do it
Midland Children’s Rehabilitation Center (MCRC) is a 501 (c)(3) organization providing occupational, physical, and speech therapy, as well as tutoring for children with dyslexia.
The Center’s vision is to provide these services to families in the Permian Basin at little or no cost and relies on the generosity of the community to be able to do so.
THE TALENT
HEADLINING ACT
RANDY ROGERS BAND
The Randy Rogers Band has spent over 20 years bringing Texas Country to fans nationwide. With nine studio albums, hundreds of millions of streams, and a reputation for must-see performances, they’ve charted seven singles on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs and five Top 10 albums. Their 2022 album Homecoming, produced by Radney Foster, received critical acclaim for blending nostalgia with their signature sound. Rollercoaster, their beloved sophomore album, turns 20 this year, marking a milestone in their storied career.
OPENING ACT
WADE BOWEN
The Randy Rogers Band has spent over 20 years bringing Texas Country to fans nationwide. With nine studio albums, hundreds of millions of streams, and a reputation for must-see performances, they’ve charted seven singles on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs and five Top 10 albums. Their 2022 album Homecoming, produced by Radney Foster, received critical acclaim for blending nostalgia with their signature sound. Rollercoaster, their beloved sophomore album, turns 20 this year, marking a milestone in their storied career.
TAILGATE
Fire up the pit and party with some of the best folks in the industry!
TASTING STATIONS
Tasting Stations where event- goers can sample your creations.
GREAT VIBES
Great Vibes with fellow food lovers, music fans and industry peers!
LIVE CONCERT
Live Music with Wade Bowen and Randy Rogers Band after a hard day’s work at the pit!
TAILGATE AWARDS
Fan Favorite Award!
TAILGATE
Fire up the pit and party with some of the best folks in the industry!
TASTING STATIONS
Tasting Stations where event- goers can sample your creations.
GREAT VIBES
Great Vibes with fellow food lovers, music fans and industry peers!
LIVE CONCERT
Live Music with Wade Bowen and Randy Rogers Band after a hard day’s work at the pit!
TAILGATE AWARDS
Fan Favorite Award!
DAN PICKERING
Chief Investment Officer of
Pickering Energy Partners
INCONVERSATIONWITH
TOM JORDEN
Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President of Coterra
ABOUT TOM JORDEN
Mr. Jorden is the Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President of Coterra, following his tenure at Cimarex Energy. At Cimarex, he began serving as Executive Vice President of Exploration when the company formed in 2002. In 2011, he became Chief Executive Officer and President of Cimarex and then Chairman of the Board in 2012.
Prior to the formation of Cimarex, Mr. Jorden held multiple leadership roles at Key Production Company, Inc., Cimarex’s predecessor. He joined Key in 1993 as Chief Geophysicist and would go on to become Executive Vice President of Exploration. Before joining Key, Mr. Jorden was with Union Pacific Resources and Superior Oil Company.
He is a graduate of the Colorado School of Mines where he earned B.S. and M.S. degrees in Geophysics.
DAN PICKERING
Chief Investment Officer of Pickering Energy Partners
IN CONVERSATION WITH
TOM JORDEN
Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President of Coterra
ABOUT TOM JORDEN
Mr. Jorden is the Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President of Coterra, following his tenure at Cimarex Energy. At Cimarex, he began serving as Executive Vice President of Exploration when the company formed in 2002. In 2011, he became Chief Executive Officer and President of Cimarex and then Chairman of the Board in 2012.
Prior to the formation of Cimarex, Mr. Jorden held multiple leadership roles at Key Production Company, Inc., Cimarex’s predecessor. He joined Key in 1993 as Chief Geophysicist and would go on to become Executive Vice President of Exploration. Before joining Key, Mr. Jorden was with Union Pacific Resources and Superior Oil Company.
He is a graduate of the Colorado School of Mines where he earned B.S. and M.S. degrees in Geophysics.
PANEL DISCUSSION
HEAD HELD HIGH
Exploring Important Topics in the Energy Industry
PANELIST
John Griggs
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Kodiak
Before joining Kodiak in 2023, Mr. Griggs held CFO roles at Circulus Holdings, a leading plastics recycling company, from 2021 to 2023; Conquest Completion Services, a leading operator of high-capacity coiled tubing units for the oil and gas industry, from 2018 to 2021; and Rubicon Oilfield International, an oilfield products manufacturing company, from 2015 to 2018. From 2011 through 2014, he was a Managing Director at CSL Capital Management, an energy private equity firm. From 2005 through 2011, Mr. Griggs was a Senior Vice President for the direct capital arm of the D. E. Shaw Group, where he focused on direct debt and equity investments in energy companies. From 2017 to 2021, he was a Board Member and Chairman of the Audit Committee of Nuverra Environmental Solutions, Inc. Earlier in his career, he was an investment banker in the M&A department of Simmons & Company International, where he covered the oilfield service and midstream sectors.
PANELIST
MIKE HOWARD
CHAIRMAN & CEO of
Howard Midstream Energy Partners
Mike Howard is the Chairman and CEO of Howard Midstream Energy Partners, LLC, which he founded fourteen years ago. He previously served as President of Midstream for a Fortune 100 energy company and has 30 years of experience in the industry. Mike advocates for energy, climate, and poverty alleviation. He holds a degree in chemical engineering from Texas A&M University-Kingsville and serves on the boards of HEP, Atlas Energy Solutions, and Jonah Energy LLC. Mike lives in San Antonio, Texas, with his wife and three children.
PANELIST
Jacinto Hernandez
CEO of Cummings Consulting & Management and Board Member at Aris Water Solutions
Jacinto Hernandez specializes in crafting innovative strategies, leveraging cyclical opportunities, and fostering high-performing cultures with over 22 years of experience in the investment industry, . Jacinto is known for his ability to execute profitable, growth-focused plans while maintaining a commitment to durability and inspiration. At Cummings Consulting, he partners with companies to create transformational value, combining his deep expertise in financial operations, M&A, and capital allocation. A dedicated advocate for diversity, teamwork, and accountability, Jacinto inspires change through bold leadership and authentic communication.
PANELIST
Danny Wesson
EVP & COO of Diamondback Energy
PANEL DISCUSSION
HEAD HELD HIGH
Exploring Important Topics in the Energy Industry
PANELIST
John Griggs
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Kodiak
Before joining Kodiak in 2023, Mr. Griggs held CFO roles at Circulus Holdings, a leading plastics recycling company, from 2021 to 2023; Conquest Completion Services, a leading operator of high-capacity coiled tubing units for the oil and gas industry, from 2018 to 2021; and Rubicon Oilfield International, an oilfield products manufacturing company, from 2015 to 2018. From 2011 through 2014, he was a Managing Director at CSL Capital Management, an energy private equity firm. From 2005 through 2011, Mr. Griggs was a Senior Vice President for the direct capital arm of the D. E. Shaw Group, where he focused on direct debt and equity investments in energy companies. From 2017 to 2021, he was a Board Member and Chairman of the Audit Committee of Nuverra Environmental Solutions, Inc. Earlier in his career, he was an investment banker in the M&A department of Simmons & Company International, where he covered the oilfield service and midstream sectors.
PANELIST
MIKE HOWARD
CHAIRMAN & CEO of
Howard Midstream Energy Partners
Mike Howard is the Chairman and CEO of Howard Midstream Energy Partners, LLC, which he founded fourteen years ago. He previously served as President of Midstream for a Fortune 100 energy company and has 30 years of experience in the industry. Mike advocates for energy, climate, and poverty alleviation. He holds a degree in chemical engineering from Texas A&M University-Kingsville and serves on the boards of HEP, Atlas Energy Solutions, and Jonah Energy LLC. Mike lives in San Antonio, Texas, with his wife and three children.
PANELIST
Jacinto Hernandez
CEO of Cummings Consulting & Management and Board Member at Aris Water Solutions
Jacinto Hernandez specializes in crafting innovative strategies, leveraging cyclical opportunities, and fostering high-performing cultures with over 22 years of experience in the investment industry, . Jacinto is known for his ability to execute profitable, growth-focused plans while maintaining a commitment to durability and inspiration. At Cummings Consulting, he partners with companies to create transformational value, combining his deep expertise in financial operations, M&A, and capital allocation. A dedicated advocate for diversity, teamwork, and accountability, Jacinto inspires change through bold leadership and authentic communication.
PANELIST
Danny Wesson
EVP & COO of Diamondback Energy
DR. JUDITH CURRY
President & Co-Founder at Climate Forecast Applications Network and Author of Climate Uncertaintyand Risk
PRESENTS
AN HONEST CONVERSATION ABOUT CLIMATE CHANGE
ABOUT DR. JUDITH CURRY
Dr. Judith Curry is a climate scientist, author, and former Chair of the School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences at Georgia Tech. She is known for her research on climate variability, uncertainty, and risk assessment. As the founder of Climate Forecast Applications Network, she advises on weather and climate impacts for businesses and policymakers. Dr. Curry has been a vocal advocate for open scientific debate on climate change, often questioning mainstream narratives on the role of fossil fuels. Her keynote will explore the complexities of climate policy and the evolving energy landscape.
With over three decades of experience, Dr. Curry has published more than 190 scientific articles and is recognized for bridging the gap between science and public policy. She frequently contributes to discussions on energy policy, emphasizing the importance of balancing environmental goals with economic realities. As a sought-after speaker and commentator, Dr. Curry challenges audiences to critically engage with the uncertainties and trade-offs in climate science and energy solutions.
DR. JUDITH CURRY
President & Co-Founder at Climate Forecast Applications Network and Author of Climate Uncertaintyand Risk
PRESENTS
AN HONEST CONVERSATION ABOUT CLIMATE CHANGE
ABOUT DR. JUDITH CURRY
Dr. Judith Curry is a climate scientist, author, and former Chair of the School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences at Georgia Tech. She is known for her research on climate variability, uncertainty, and risk assessment. As the founder of Climate Forecast Applications Network, she advises on weather and climate impacts for businesses and policymakers. Dr. Curry has been a vocal advocate for open scientific debate on climate change, often questioning mainstream narratives on the role of fossil fuels. Her keynote will explore the complexities of climate policy and the evolving energy landscape.
With over three decades of experience, Dr. Curry has published more than 190 scientific articles and is recognized for bridging the gap between science and public policy. She frequently contributes to discussions on energy policy, emphasizing the importance of balancing environmental goals with economic realities. As a sought-after speaker and commentator, Dr. Curry challenges audiences to critically engage with the uncertainties and trade-offs in climate science and energy solutions.
2025 PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
DON'T MISS OUT ON THIS EXCLUSIVE EVENT!
Tickets are presale only and will not be available for general purchase.
Secure your seats by becoming a partner.
2025 PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
DON'T MISS OUT ON THIS EXCLUSIVE EVENT!
Tickets are presale only and will not be available for general purchase. Secure your seats by becoming a partner.
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