Williston Basin Petroleum Conference Wed late AM May 20, 2026 Two Sessions

Late morning on May 20, 2026, at the Williston Basin Petroleum Conference, industry leaders gathered for two featured main stage discussions focused on America's energy future and the growing role of natural gas in the Bakken. Road to Energy Dominance Moderator: Ron Ness, President, North Dakota Petroleum Council Panelists: Todd Staples, President, Texas Oil & Gas Association Missi Currier, President, New Mexico Oil & Gas Association Edith Naegele, President, Independent Petroleum Association of America The panel explored the path toward American energy dominance, discussing policy priorities, production growth, and the role of state and national trade associations in advancing the oil and natural gas industry. Bakken Natural Gas: The Time Is Now Moderator: Todd Slawson, President, Slawson Exploration Company Panelists: Justin Kringstad, Executive Director, North Dakota Pipeline Authority Rob Johnson, President, WBI Energy, Inc. Stacy Tschider, CEO, Rainbow Energy Center This discussion highlighted the expanding opportunities for Bakken natural gas, infrastructure development, market growth, and the importance of maximizing North Dakota's natural gas resources. Recorded at the Williston Basin Petroleum Conference on May 20, 2026, in Bismarck, North Dakota.