Event Summary
This 3-hour introductory course provides a comprehensive overview of the natural gas transmission industry, designed for professionals who are new to the field or seeking to strengthen their foundational knowledge. Participants will follow the journey of natural gas “from the wellhead to the burner tip.” Topics include the structure of the natural gas industry, key physical and chemical properties of gas, exploration and production basics, pipeline systems, compressor stations, storage, and regulatory frameworks. Participants will gain insights into how transmission connects every sector of the natural gas value chain while balancing reliability, safety, regulation, and market dynamics.
Attendees will receive 3 Professional Development Hours (PDH) upon completion.
Learning Objectives
- Describe the four primary sectors of the natural gas industry (production, transmission, distribution, and marketing) and the unique role of transmission companies.
- Explain the key characteristics of natural gas
- Describe how natural gas is conditioned, transported through pipeline, and stored for reliability.
- Explain the design and function of transmission pipelines and compressor stations in maintaining pressure and flow.
- Recognize how natural gas transmission underpins residential, commercial, industrial and power generation demand.
Meet the Instructor
Suzanne Ogle
President & CEO, SGA Natural Gas Association
Suzanne Ogle is a nationally recognized leader in the energy sector, serving as President and CEO of the SGA Natural Gas Association and President of the Gas Machinery Research Council. Known for her visionary leadership and servant heart, Suzanne is a passionate advocate for energy reliability, natural gas innovation, and the people behind the pipeline.
Her career spans boardrooms and breakout sessions, where she’s redefined what it means to convene, train, and advance a modern energy workforce. Under her leadership, SGA has evolved into North America’s premier training hub and industry connector — without ever losing sight of its founding purpose: to serve its members and strengthen the industry.
Suzanne brings data, heart, and humor to every conversation — and her message is always clear: when we lead with values, we build a stronger energy future.
