IBM

The future of power generation holds sophisticated malware enabling attacks of hostile intent that can seize control of systems, change system parameters, hold hostage or destroy industrial systems. Today’s traditional approaches to industrial cyber security are unstainable as air gapping, disconnected point products and services don’t provide the comprehensive solutions for required for industrial security and its evolving threat landscape. That’s why IBM is helping clients develop an integrated and intelligent industrial security immune system to detect, respond and recover from attacks today and for tomorrow.

Texas Parks & Wildlife Department

Andee directs Sustainability Programs for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, overseeing efforts to develop and manage programs that improve environmental sustainability, including administration of the TPWD 2020 Sustainability Plan. She has led the installation of more than 600kW of solar PV across 20 state facilities and continues to find innovative ways to help TPWD remain a leader in sustainability. She worked to secure the first 100% renewable energy utility contract for a State of Texas agency and helped earn TPWD Platinum designation as a City of Austin Green Business Leader. She holds a Master’s Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies (focusing on Environmental Science, Sociology, and Public Administration) from the University of North Texas and is a Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Project Management Professional (PMP) and an accredited LEED (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design) Associate.

Lockheed Martin

Kurtis’s 30 plus year career with Lockheed Martin started as an anti-satelite missile technician moving into manufacturing engineering then into test operations and then into operations. Including Progam Sr. management with emphasis on International Program management. A recent role was oversight of the Systems Engineering Test organization at WSMR and Redstone Arsenal. Currently serving as Director of Facilities and ESH for MFC Business Area

University of North Texas

David directs facilities and physical plant activities supporting the academic, research and community support mission of the University of North Texas and its 37,900 students. Leads a 300+ person team in the procurement, maintenance, repair, renovation and operations of over 900 acres of grounds and approximately 175 buildings comprising 7 million+ square feet. Responsible for activities including energy management, grounds maintenance, cleaning of campus facilities, solid waste and recycling management, automotive services and capital improvements.

University of Texas

Juan is responsible for directing the maintenance and operation a 22 million square foot campus consisting of over 150 buildings through the Utilities and Energy Management and Facilities Management departments. Budget responsibility is around $100 million annually and personnel involved around 900.The campus also self-produces 100% of the electrical, steam and cooling energy needs for the main campus. This entails a 135 MW power plant, 1.2 million lbs/hr steam plant and 54,000 tons of cooling.

Halliburton

Greg is Halliburton’s Vice President of Technology. His responsibilities include overseeing Halliburton’s technology investment and intellectual asset management, the development of new products and services, and the strategy and structure of the Company’s global Technology organization.

Hess Corporation

Greg has been Chief Operating Officer since 2014. He has been President of Corporation’s worldwide exploration and production business since joining the Corporation in January 2009. Prior to joining the Corporation, he spent 25 years at Royal Dutch Shell and its affiliates in a variety of operations, engineering, technical and managerial roles in Asia-Pacific, Europe and the United States.

Exxon Mobil Corporation

In 2009, Rob began his assignment in Exxon Mobil’s Corporate Strategic Planning Department. The group that he manages is responsible for preparing Exxon Mobil’s Energy Outlook.

PepsiCo

Andy is an engineer at PepsiCo where he develops energy conservation projects for manufacturing facilities. He was a consulting engineer for 10 years during which he received his PE license and LEED accreditation. He has bachelors in mechanical engineer from Purdue and a masters in energy engineering from UIC.

Texas A&M University

Jim serves as the Executive Director for Utilities & Energy Services. In this role he is responsible for oversight and management of all utility and energy systems at the university. This includes direct involvement with energy procurement and management of utility production and distribution systems, water and environmental services, utility plant operation/maintenance, automation and control of building cooling/heating systems, and utility metering and cost recovery.

AT&T

Shannon is an experienced sustainability professional. She has deep knowledge of all ends of the corporate structure including corporate and supply chain sustainability, corporate real estate, and network operations. Leadership style is to push boundaries, while still making good business decisions. Her key accomplishments include being the internal driver for large scale renewable energy, zero-waste, and supply chain human rights audits.

General Motors

Rob is Global Manager-Renewable Energy, at General Motors Company. He graduated from Purdue University with a Bachelor’s and Master’s of Science in Civil Engineering. He currently manages central utility contracts and renewable energy contracts in North America and supports GM’s global renewable energy strategy. Prior positions held include managing the Powerhouse and Wastewater Treatment Plant operations at GM’s Lordstown Assembly Complex for 5 years prior to his current assignment. He is a member of several professional organizations and holds the following certifications: CEM, BEP, CSDP, and CHMM.