Top Operators Talk Efficiency in Evolving Industry at 2015 DUG Permian Basin Conference

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Apr 16, 2015, 10:44 ET

HOUSTON, April 16, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Themed "Boosting Margins with Efficiency & Innovation," Hart Energy's DUG Permian Basin conference (@HartEnergyConf #DUGPB) reveals what's working in the nation's leading oil province. Dozens of executive speakers will give insights on maximizing exploration and production in such plays as the Wolfcamp, Bone Spring and Spraberry. More than 2,700 professionals are expected to attend the event, set for May 19-21 at the Fort Worth Convention Center in Fort Worth, Texas.

Apache Corp. Vice President Faron Thibodeaux will open the conference with his keynote address. The company's Permian Basin operation is an integral part of its renewed focus on North America. Delegates will also receive expert knowledge from Laredo Petroleum, another leading Permian Basin operator. During his keynote address, Chairman and CEO Randy Foutch will discuss Laredo's drilling program, extensive resource base, and strategy for profitable growth.

The impressive speaker lineup also includes:

Matthew Hairford, President, Matador Resources
Steve Gray, CEO, RSP Permian
J. Ross Craft, Founder, Chairman, President and CEO, Approach Resources
Ronnie K. Irani, President and CEO, RKI Exploration & Production
Michael Wichterich, President, Three Rivers Operating Co.
Mark Clemans, President and CEO, Carrier Energy Partners

Attendees taking advantage of the Midstream Program will hear from more of the region's leading midstream operators.

Richard Cargile, President, Midstream, Energy Transfer Partners LP
Andy Deck, Senior Vice President - Permian Basin, EnLink Midstream
Darrel Hagerman, Vice President, Business Development - Permian Region, Crestwood Midstream Partners
Dave Keanini, President and CEO, Outrigger Energy
Brad Iles, CEO, Brazos Midstream

One of the world's top cyber security experts, Gen. Keith B. Alexander will also address full conference delegates during the May 20 luncheon. Luncheon attendees will hear personal accounts from his career protecting the Department of Defense computer networks and foreign intelligence, military combat support and U.S. national security information systems.

Conference registration is available online. Early bird pricing expires Friday, April 24. To view the full conference agenda, visit dugpermian.com.

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