Event Summary
Success looks different for every woman. For some, it’s leading teams through change. For others, it’s balancing influence and family. At the Women’s Leadership Symposium, you’ll define what success looks like for you — and leave equipped with the tools, support, and connections to: Share your experiences, Grow your leadership, and Advance your career
Designed for Your Growth
- Skill Development – leadership skills defining success in communication, negotiation and strategic thinking
- Empowerment – providing awareness, tools, and inspiration to succeed in a variety of roles in the natural gas industry
- Networking – creating opportunities for women to share experiences and build professional relationships across multiple sectors of the industry
- Continued Support – ongoing support and resources for women in the industry after the event
Who Should Attend
Leaders in the natural gas industry who are interested in learning, networking, and hearing from successful women in the industry!
Quick Links
Registration
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Hotel
SGA has secured a group discount rate for our attendees at the event hotel. We encourage you to stay at the host hotel to maximize networking opportunities with fellow attendees beyond the planned events.
You can reserve your room online at DruryHotels.com or by phone at (800) 325-0720, using Group Code 10119256, to receive our special rate.
Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk
105 South St Mary’s Street
San Antonio, TX 78205
SGA Group Rate: $199 + tax/night
Group rate expires 9/11/2025.
Agenda
Monday, October 13
- 2:00–5:00 PM: Badge Pick-Up
- 3:00–5:00 PM: Networking Workshop: The Power of Authentic Connections – Rachel Williams
- 5:00–6:30 PM: Networking Cocktail Hour
Tuesday, October 14
- 8:00–8:30 AM: Welcome & Opening Reflections – Cristie Neller, BHE GT&S, SGA Board Chair
- 8:30–10:30 AM: Opening Keynote and Workshop: Level Up: Designing Your Next Leadership Breakthrough – Nick Tobey
- 11:00 AM–11:30 AM: Facilitated Roundtables
- 11:30 AM–12:45 PM: Lunch & Fireside Chat: Leading Through Purpose: A Personal Journey in Public Service – Tiffany Ziemer
- 12:45–1:30 PM: Coffee Chat: Back in the Mix: Natural Gas, Reconsidered – Katy Lamb and Connie Sabin
- 1:45–2:45 PM: Beyond the Update: How Leaders Build Trust Through Communication – Joy Capps
- 3:00–4:30 PM: Session: Unlocking Your Leadership G.E.M.S. – Rachel Williams
- 4:30 PM: Committees & Cocktails
Brochure
Justification Letter
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Sponsorships
To support our mission and the industry’s continued growth, we are actively seeking corporate partners and sponsors for our 2025 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. View the 2025 Sponsor Brochure here or contact Tina Hamlin at thamlin@sganaturalgas.org to take advantage of the numerous upcoming sponsorship opportunities with SGA.
Opening Keynote Highlight
Level Up: Designing Your Next Leadership Breakthrough
Facilitator: Nick Tobey, Executive Director of Executive Education, University of Oklahoma
What if the next big shift in your leadership isn’t about what you know, but how you think? In this interactive keynote, Nick Tobey introduces a research-based approach to vertical development that helps you navigate uncertainty, challenge assumptions, and clarify what’s next in your career.
You’ll walk away with:
- Tools to grow your leadership mindset and think differently about challenges
- A framework to clarify your next step with confidence
- Shared insights from peers that expand your perspective
Session Spotlight
Build Your Networking & Leadership Skills
Rachel Williams, Leadership Maven & Energy Industry Expert
Join Rachel Williams for two dynamic sessions designed to help you lead with authenticity, build meaningful relationships, and align your career with what matters most.
The Power of Authentic Connections
Monday, October 13 | 3:00–5:00 PM
What if networking didn’t feel forced or exhausting? In this interactive session, Rachel Williams shares practical, introvert-friendly strategies that make building meaningful relationships natural and sustainable. Instead of small talk or self-promotion, you’ll learn how to create connections that feel genuine and support your leadership journey.
You’ll walk away with:
- A fresh mindset to view networking as meaningful connection instead of pressure
- Techniques to leverage your strengths—like deep listening and thoughtful communication
- Practical ways to navigate events and conversations with confidence
- New tools to prioritize quality over quantity, building relationships that last
- At least five authentic new connections you can use immediately
Unlocking Your Leadership G.E.M.S.
Tuesday, October 14 | 3:00–4:30 PM
What if you could design a leadership approach that reflects your strengths and values? Rachel introduces her G.E.M.S. framework—a practical system for identifying your unique strengths, expressing your talents, and leading with authenticity.
You’ll walk away with:
- A personalized roadmap for growing your leadership presence
- Tools to build stronger, more authentic professional relationships
- New strategies for creating a career path that advances your goals and values
Fireside Chat
Leading Through Purpose: A Personal Journey in Public Service
Tiffany Ziemer, Senior Policy Advisor, PHMSA
What does it look like to lead with integrity in high-stakes environments? Tiffany Ziemer shares lessons from decades in public service that will inspire you to stay grounded in purpose even during change and adversity.
You’ll walk away with:
- Insights on how to grow resilience in complex environments
- Practical ways to advance your influence with integrity
- A space to share experiences with peers facing similar challenges
Coffee Chat
Back in the Mix: Natural Gas, Reconsidered
Katy Lamb, Gas Engineering Chief of Staff & Senior Manager of Gas Engineering Business Operations
Connie Sabin, Strategic Program Manager, Principal, Gas Engineering Business Operations
Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E)
How is natural gas being reconsidered in today’s evolving energy landscape? Katy Lamb and Connie Sabin lead a candid conversation on the realities, opportunities, and responsibilities facing our industry—and what it means for you as a leader.
You’ll walk away with:
- A fresh perspective on where natural gas fits in today’s energy mix
- Talking points to help you share your perspective inside and outside your company
- Deeper understanding of how the industry’s direction connects to your own path forward
Session Spotlight
Beyond the Update: How Leaders Build Trust Through Communication
Joy Capps, Chief Communications Strategist
In an era crowded with noise, true leadership communication cuts through with clarity and trust. Joy Capps will show you how to move beyond transactional updates and use integrity-driven communication to build credibility and inspire your teams.
You’ll walk away with:
- Strategies to advance your influence through communication that connects
- Practical tools to lead conversations with purpose and authenticity
- Confidence to strengthen trust with colleagues, teams, and stakeholders
Thank You to Our 2025 Sponsors!
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