Lead Through What’s Next
If you’re in a leadership role right now, you’re making decisions with more pressure and less certainty than ever before—managing risk, developing talent, meeting stakeholder expectations, and navigating change at every level of your operation.
You don’t need more noise. You need a sharper perspective and better conversations.
The 2026 Management Conference brings together senior leaders across operations, engineering, commercial strategy, and enterprise services for exactly that. Through deep-dive sessions, peer-led panels, and off-the-record roundtables, you’ll walk away with more than a list of takeaways. You’ll leave with answers, alignment, and the clarity to lead forward.
This year’s keynote speaker, Muriel Wilkins—executive coach, author of Leadership Unblocked, and host of Coaching Real Leaders—will help you remove what’s in the way of your leadership impact. Plus, all attendees will receive a copy of her book.
This is where clarity meets community. And where the next chapter of your leadership begins with purpose, not pressure.
What This Experience Delivers
- Targeted Learning for Real Decisions
Sessions are designed by your peers to address the operational, regulatory, and strategic issues that define your role—no filler, just what moves you forward. - Leadership, Unblocked
Keynote Muriel Wilkins—executive coach, author, and host of Coaching Real Leaders—shares a proven framework for removing internal roadblocks and leading with clarity. All attendees receive her book, Leadership Unblocked. - Cross-Functional Conversations You Can’t Google
Curated roundtables bring together operational, commercial, and enterprise leaders to tackle big topics like workforce evolution, customer strategy, and new tech adoption. - Elevate and Celebrate Industry Leadership
From peer recognition to fresh leadership perspective, the awards luncheon honors those shaping progress across the natural gas value chain. - Built-in Time for High-Value Networking
From executive socials to a dynamic progressive dinner, the format makes space for the meaningful conversations that don’t happen on Zoom.
Keynote Spotlight
Muriel Wilkins
"Leadership Unblocked"
Author of Leadership Unblocked
Host, Coaching Real Leaders (Harvard Business Review)
At some point in every leader’s journey, progress stalls—not from lack of knowledge, but from unseen beliefs and barriers that get in the way. In her keynote address, Muriel Wilkins brings a sharp, practical framework to help leaders recognize what’s holding them back and take decisive steps forward.
A trusted executive coach and CEO advisor to Fortune 500 leaders, Wilkins is the bestselling author of Leadership Unblocked and host of the award-winning podcast Coaching Real Leaders (Harvard Business Review). Her message is a powerful reminder that leadership clarity doesn’t come from doing more—it comes from doing the right things with greater intention.
*All Management Conference attendees will receive a copy of Leadership Unblocked to continue the work beyond the session.
Plan Your Experience
Agenda Framework
Wednesday, April 8 – Management Conference 3 pm council meeting starts
- Management Registration/ Information Desk Open and Badge Pick-up
- Executive Council Meeting
- Gas Supply Marketing Council Meeting
- Inclusion and Diversity Council Meeting
Thursday, April 9 – Management Conference
- 9:00 AM | Sessions or Roundtables by Council & Section (90 minutes)
- Operations & Engineering: Operationalizing Innovation
- Enterprise Services: Talent, Technology & Trust in the Next Decade
- Commercial & Customer Strategies: The Evolving Energy Marketplace
- 10:00 AM | Board meeting (By Invitation) (2 hours)
- 11:00 AM | Sessions (60 minutes)
- 12:45 PM | Chair Theme and Section Chair Recognition Ceremony
- 1:15 PM | Keynote: Muriel Wilkins – Leadership Unblocked
- 2:30 PM | Leadership Roundtables or Sessions (cross-functional sessions) (60 minutes)
- 3:45 PM | Sessions 75 minutes
Friday, April 10 – Management
- 8:30 AM | Sessions or Roundtables by Council & Section (90 minutes)
- Operations & Engineering: Operationalizing Innovation
- Enterprise Services: Talent, Technology & Trust in the Next Decade
- Commercial & Customer Strategies: The Evolving Energy Marketplace
- 10:15 AM | Closing Session (60 Minutes)
- 11:15 AM | Conference Adjourns
View the 2025 agenda for a sample of the quality content and learning tracks you can expect in 2026.
Hotel
Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center
1501 Gaylord Trail, Grapevine, TX 76051
Set on the shores of Lake Grapevine, the Gaylord Texan offers convenience and comfort with full-service dining, on-site fitness, and exceptional conference facilities.
Reserve your room through our exclusive link for preferential accommodations. Rooms start at $279 +tax/night with suites available.
Reservation cutoff date: 3/16/26
Sponsorships
To support our mission and the industry’s continued growth, we are actively seeking corporate partners and sponsors for our 2026 conferences and leadership programs. Our past sponsors have seen outstanding engagement and visibility, and we’re excited to offer even more impactful opportunities for you to connect with decision-makers and shape the future of natural gas. Contact Celesta Miracle at cmiracle@sganaturalgas.org to take advantage of the numerous upcoming sponsorship opportunities with SGA.
