Canadian Energy Executive Association Business ForumFairmont Banff Springs ~ August 23 - 24, 2017
Wednesday, August 23, 2017
Panel Topics
Allying with First Nations Resources & Canadian Strategic Interests in the 21st Century
The Energy Business Forum has evolved into the number one conference in North America for senior energy executives to connect and discuss key issues. In 2017, forum attendees will enjoy 2 days of keynote speakers, panel sessions on current industry topics, and roundtables by leading experts with interactive discussions.
Keynote Address: Nation BuildingMayor Lori Ackerman introduced by Hon. Marg McCuaig-BoydLori is a passionate supporter of oil & gas development and infrastructure projects not only in her Fort St. John dual-province region, but across the whole country. Lori’s address will demonstrate her deep understanding of energy’s key role in Nation Building, the theme of this year’s Conference. Alberta Energy Minister McCuaig-Boyd will provide opening remarks on behalf of the host province at her 3rd consecutive CEEA.
Luncheon: Common Values and the Path Forward Chief J.Wilton “Willie” Littlechild with Moderator Stephen BuffaloA member of Alberta’s Order of Excellence and the Order of Canada, Mr Littlechild spent 14 years in the Residential School System, giving him incomparable insight into contributions as lawyer on the Truth & Reconciliation Commission and on the UN’s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. His lifelong dedication to sport and the balancing of physical with mental and cultural values are at the core of his optimistic view to the future. He will be joined in conversation with our audience by moderator Stephen Buffalo, CEO of the Indian Resource Council and CEEA’s Governor, First Nations Engagement.
Cheryl CardinalModeratorCEO, Indigenous Centre for Energy (Calgary, AB)
Tim McMillan ModeratorPresident & CEO,CAPP
Mark LittlePresident,Suncor Upstream
Rob DuttonPresident,Devon Canada
Chief Jim BoucherFort McKay First Nation, Alberta
Doug SuttlesPresident & CEO,EnCana
Mark O’ByrnePresident, Schlumberger Canada
Afternoon roundtables will follow and focus on each of our panel topics. These are essential opportunities to engage with other industry leaders and our speakers.
Featured Dinner Speaker, Wednesday: Rex Murphy
Thursday, August 24, 2017Panel Topics
Getting to Win/Win: Oil & Gas Service Relationships
Oil & Gas in the New NAFTA
The CBC’s iconic thespian has wandered purposefully through the wide open spaces of Canada’s media landscape since the early 1970’s. At dinner on August 23rd in Banff we are sure to be entertained by Rex’s keynote address as he shares his deep passion for our great nation and the unparalleled role energy has played in binding us gloriously together.
Social License: Can We Win theCulture War on Oil & Gas?
Dale DusterhoftModeratorPresident & CEOTrican
Hon. Diana McQueenModeratorPresident & CEO,DMC Consulting
Hon. Gary MarModeratorIndependentConsultant
Greg FagnanPrincipal - Strategic Partnerships, Cenovus
Chris TuckerSr. Managing Director, FTI Consulting
Gov. Mary FallinGovernor of Oklahoma
Wang XinpingConsul General,People’s Republic of China
David YagerIndependent Consultant
Vivian KrauseInvestigative Reporter,Fair Questions
Paul CassidyPartnerMcCarthy Tetrault
Carlo DadeDirector, Trade & Investment CentreCanada West Foundation
Joy RomeroVP – Technology & InnovationCanadian Natural Resources Limited
Rhys TurnerQueensland Director, Australian Petroleum Production & Exploration Association
For full speaker bios, please visit our website at www.energyexecs.ca
