EWTC Applauds Interior Action to Support Oil and Gas Production on Federal Lands
02/02/2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE HOUSTON— Today, the Energy Workforce & Technology Council released the following statement applauding
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An impactful leader is shaped by the values they live by, both professionally and personally.
Hosted by the East Texas Chapter, EWTC President Molly Determan recently joined the American Society of Safety Professionals webinar to share her perspective on how leadership is rooted
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“US oil production did take a bit of a hit, with
New this year, the Frontline Leadership Level-Up Program is designed for field leaders who have previously completed the Frontline Leadership Program and are ready to revisit and strengthen core leadership principles.
Building on the original offering, this continuation
🌟 High Performer Spotlight: Craig Conner, Sr Manager of HR Shared Services & HRIS, Mattr 🌟
Craig Conner, Sr Manager of HR Shared Services & HRIS, Mattr, is a graduate of the Energy Workforce Executive Leadership Program. He recently shared his insights on the energy services
How are power constraints shaping rising electricity demand?
Join Blake McLean, Managing Director, Daniel Energy Partners, at the 2026 Annual Meeting on March 31-April 1 to find out.
McLean will moderate the Powering Growth Panel, leading a discussion on constraints in power
Prepare new and emerging managers to lead with confidence through the Core Leadership Skills for New and Upcoming Managers program.
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Learn how to turn workplace change into opportunity at the Change Solutions seminar on March 3.
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Energy Workforce has partnered with the Permian Basin Area Foundation to administer scholarships this year.
The scholarship is open to employees of
Take your frontline leaders to the next level! 🙌
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Hit the greens and connect with industry peers at the 27th Annual Explorers of Houston Golf Tournament on March 5! ⛳
Compete for team and individual awards while enjoying a full day of golf and networking. Each entry includes:
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👷 Well control and field safety are only as strong as your frontline leaders.
With practical training focused on cased hole well operations, and courses designed to equip supervisors with the tools they need to lead effectively, SecureWell offers training for field
Yesterday at the @IPAAaccess Private Capital Conference, EWTC President Tim Tarpley joined Daniel Naatz, IPAA COO, for a fireside chat on "What’s Really Happening in D.C.: Implications for the Energy Sector."
The conversation focused on what energy leaders need to know right
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In partnership with @franklincovey, this one-day seminar helps your team understand how the organization operates and how
How are today’s technological advancements transforming the energy sector?
Find out at the 2026 Annual Meeting on March 31-April 1 in Tucson, AZ!
Darryl Willis, Corporate Vice President, Energy & Resources Industry, @Microsoft Customer & Partner, will join the Technology &
Energy Workforce’s December jobs report provides a full snapshot of employment trends over the past year, showing a fluctuating period for the sector.
Employment peaked in April 2025 at 640,001 jobs, before slowly trending downward through much of the second half of the year.
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Join the conversations directly shaping American energy production at this year’s DC Fly-In, February 10–12.
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The 2026 Annual Awards are presented at Annual Meeting every year, recognizing the individuals and companies setting the industry standard
Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day! 🙌
Today, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. His vision of leadership, service, and unity reflects the values that guide our industry—dedication, integrity, and a commitment to America and U.S. energy.
Learn what’s shaping onshore operations and how it impacts your business at the 2026 Annual Meeting on March 31-April 1 in Tucson, AZ!
Jamie Benard, President of SOGC, will join fellow industry leaders on the Onshore Operator’s Perspective Panel to discuss challenges, trends,
In this week’s newsletter, Energy Workforce President Tim Tarpley breaks down the Supreme Court's potential ruling on reciprocal tariff lines, outlining the possible outcomes and implications for members.
Tarpley also examines proposed tariffs from President Trump, targeting
Energy doesn’t take a break and neither do the people who keep it flowing.
In her @WorldOil industry outlook, EWTC President Molly Determan lays out the no-nonsense truth about 2026: global energy security is powered by skilled crews, unmatched discipline, and steady execution
📸 A look back at some of the highlights from last year’s Annual Meeting:
• Honoring Jerry Jones, Owner, President, and General Manager of the @dallascowboys, and Scott Sheffield, former CEO of @PXDtweets, with our Platinum Award
• Welcoming attendees at our reception at The
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Energy Workforce President Tim Tarpley joined @petroallianceOK’s Wildcatters Wednesday Luncheon today as a featured speaker.
During the luncheon, Tarpley provided an overview of the association and outlined EWTC’s perspective on pressing public policy issues, current market
Congratulations to the Executive Leadership Program graduates of 2025! 🎓
Over 75 professionals completed one of the three year-long Executive Leadership Program tracks, strengthening their leadership capabilities, accelerating professional growth and delivering measurable value
