2024 Energy Conference - Both Days
16.00 Credits
Member Price $479.00
Price will increase by $50 after 11/21
Non-Member Price $679.00
Price will increase by $50 after 11/21
Overview
Power up your knowledge at this year’s Energy Conference, formerly known as the Oil & Gas Conference. Dive into the evolving landscape of the energy sector, including oil, gas, and beyond. With top industry experts leading the way, this event equips you with insights and strategies to stay ahead in one of the state’s most critical industries. Whether you’re directly involved in energy or not, the takeaways will spark opportunities for all professionals.
DAY ONE: Thursday, December 5
8:00 am Registration Opens
8:25 am Welcome/Opening Remarks
8:30 – 9:00 am
Oil and Gas Industry Update
Mike Moncla • President – Louisiana Oil & Gas Association • Baton Rouge, LA
9:00 – 10:00 am
Recent Developments in Mineral Law
Kyle Polozola, JD • Kean Miller • Lafayette, LA
10:00 – 10:20 am Break
10:20 – 11:20 am
Elections Have Consequences - Federal Tax Update
John Schmidt, CGMA, CPA, MBA, PFS • Pelican Tax & Consulting CPA, LLC • Shreveport, LA
11:20 am – 12:10 pm
Department of Energy and Natural Resources Update
Tyler Gray • Secretary – Louisiana Department of Energy and Natural Resources • Baton Rouge, LA
12:10 – 1:10 pm Lunch (included)
1:10 – 2:40 pm
Energy Update
Dr. Mark Zappi, PE • Professor of Chemical Engineering - University of Louisiana Lafayette • Lafayette, LA
2:40 – 3:00 pm Break
3:00 – 3:50 pm
Global Expansion Opportunities
Thomas Elliott, CPA, CGMA • Loadmaster Industries • Broussard, LA
David Russell • Loadmaster Industries • Broussard, LA
3:50 – 4:50 pm
Carbon Capture Update
Mark Dore • Kean Miller • Lafayette, LA
DAY TWO: Friday, December 6
7:30 am Registration Opens
7:55 am Opening Remarks
8:00 – 9:00 am
A Primer - The Joint Operating Agreement and Accounting Procedure
Mike Cougevan • Vice President – Martindale Consultants, Inc. • Denver, CO
9:00 – 10:00 am
Technology Update, including Artificial Intelligence
Les Nettleton • Retired- Bourgeois Bennett • New Orleans, LA
10:0 – 10:20 am Break
10:20 –11:35 am
State Tax Update: Property, Sales and Income
Brandon Lagarde, CPA, JD, LLM • EisnerAmper LLP • Baton Rouge, LA
Julia Bennetsen, JD • EisnerAmper LLP • Little Rock, AR
11:35 am – 12:35 pm Lunch
12:35 – 1:55 pm
Gulf Coast Energy Update
Greg Upton, PhD • Louisiana State University • Baton Rouge, LA
1:55 – 2:45 pm
Employment Law Update
E. Fredrick Preis, Jr., JD • Breazeale, Sachse & Wilson, LLP • New Orleans, LA
2:45 – 3:05 pm Break
3:05 – 4:20 pm
Economic Update
Stephen Morgan • Senior Vice President, Investment Director – Hancock Whitney Asset Management • New Orleans, LA
Notice
FORMAT:
This is the IN PERSON TWO-DAY option for this conference. Attending in person enriches the learning experience and allows you to network with other CPAs around the state and discover new resources from our exhibitors.
HOTEL INFORMATION
Experience the Renaissance Hotel in Baton Rouge.We've negotiated a special rate of $149/night just for Energy Conference attendees. This rate is good through November 13, 2024.
Renaissance Hotel Baton Rouge
7000 Bluebonnet Blvd.
Baton Rouge, LA 70801
RESERVE HERE
Call (866) 469-5448 and mention LCPA Energy Conference to get the group rate.
Sponsors
Non-Member Price $679.00
Member Price $479.00