Pre Spring Student Summit Dinner Calling all young energy professionals! Join us for a small networking dinner with Gene Shepherd, CEO of VTX Energy Partners, peers and our Spring Student Summit panelists on Thursday, April 9, ahead of the Summit (a part of UT Energy Week). If you are interested in attending, please email Jennifer Sloan at jsloan@austin.utexas.edu
Hydrogen Rising Stars Program The Rising Stars Program will once again run alongside World Hydrogen & Carbon Americas, taking place March 10–12 at the Marriott Marquis in Houston. This opportunity is for students, early-career professionals, or young professionals network. The program offers a limited number of complimentary passes and provides a valuable opportunity to gain exposure to real-world hydrogen and carbon management projects, technical and strategic insights, and meaningful industry connections. Participants in the Rising Stars Program will be joining senior representatives from organizations already confirmed to attend the event, including Oxy, ExxonMobil, Amazon, TALKE, Rabobank, Constellation, SABIC, TotalEnergies, CEMEX, Shell, Dow, BASF, CF Industries, ENGIE, Air Products, Air Liquide, ConocoPhillips, Siemens Energy, Linde, Topsoe, ADM, Evonik, Neste, the Global CCS Institute, NEDO, the Port of Houston, the Port of Los Angeles, Bank of America, and many more. This exposure makes the program a particularly valuable experience for those at the early stages of their careers who are looking to deepen their understanding of the hydrogen transition and low-carbon technologies. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and complimentary passes are subject to approval and availability, so we encourage interested individuals to apply as soon as possible. APPLY
Energy Dialogues Time: 7AM-5PM Please reach out to us if you want to be invited: kbhenergycenter@utexas.edu
Bracewell and KBH Lunch: Big Tech Meets the Oilfield – Opportunities and Hurdles Join the KBH Energy Center and Bracewell for a special NAPE week kick-off lunch. We’ll feature an engaging panel conversation on emerging trends at the intersection of energy and technology – including the electrification of the oil field and the growing power demands driven by data centers and AI. Time: 12:00pm – 1:30 pm CT
KBH Energy Center + Jackson Walker: Capital Behind the Current Join us in Dallas as we celebrate the KBH Energy Center’s role in shaping the future of energy through research, policy, and education. Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison will open this informative evening highlighting the mission and impact of the KBH Energy Center. The Senator’s remarks will be followed by a conversation among leaders from across the energy industry, representing public company, family office, private equity, and regulatory perspectives. Jackson Walker partner Mike Nasi will set the stage with an overview of the current energy demand and regulatory environment, followed by a panel discussion among leading executives on the capital and policy forces defining America’s energy infrastructure. Schedule 5:00 Reception: cocktails and fine wines 5:30 Panel with welcome remarks from Senator Hutchison: A conversation with respected leaders from the energy industry representing public company, family office, private equity, and regulatory perspectives.
Meta x KBH Texas Energy & AI Leadership Dinner In partnership with the UT AI and Innovation Program and the UT Kay Bailey Hutchinson Energy Center, Meta will host a salon dinner to highlight how AI can support the Texas energy sector. While complimentary to our broader energy priorities, the event will specifically engage policymakers and energy sector representatives to advance understanding of AI’s economic benefits and how it can boost efficiency, cut costs, and improve decision-making. Why Texas? Texas is crucial for Meta given its major influence on national policy and its leadership in oil, gas, and renewable energy. By engaging with Texas policymakers, industry leaders, and academic institutions, Meta can help shape AI and energy policy while supporting the state’s vital energy sectors with Llama. This approach demonstrates how AI can drive efficiency, cost savings, and smarter decision-making, reinforcing Meta’s commitment to Texas’ economic growth and innovation.
KBH Executive & Advisory Council Evening including dinner and discussion with Senator Gramm Please save the date for a special evening hosted by the Center in partnership with The Headliners Club on Wednesday, April 8, during UT Energy Week. We hope you will join us for an exclusive gathering featuring a private cocktail hour hosted by Executive Director Jack Balagia, followed by dinner and a fireside chat with Senator Phil Gramm and Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison. Event Details Date: Wednesday, April 8, 2026 Time: 5:00–8:00 PM CT Location: The Headliners Club 221 W. 6th Street, Suite 2100 Austin, TX 78701 Evening Program 5:00–6:00 PM – Cocktails with Executive Director Jack Balagia 6:00–8:00 PM – Dinner and fireside chat with Senator Phil Gramm and Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison Attendance for Council members is complimentary and will include a copy of Senator Gramm’s new book, The Triumph of Economic Freedom: Debunking the Seven Great Myths of American Capitalism. A formal invitation with additional details will follow, but for now, we hope you will save the date.
Dallas Council & Friends Lunch For KBH Council members only. Location: The Crescent Club, Dallas Time: 11:30AM-1PM
Austin Oil & Gas Happy Hour A happy hour for Austin-based oil and gas industry professionals in collaboration with VTX Energy Partners’ Chief Financial Officer, Graham Bayley and his Oil and Gas Group. Time: 5:30-7:30PM No registration is required – see you there!