Energy Council Houston Gala Dinner

Join senior operators, investors and strategic partners for an evening of networking, recognition and relationship-building at the Four Seasons Hotel Houston.

RESERVE YOUR TABLE OF 10 Individual Tickets

AN EVENING BEYOND THE CONFERENCE

The Energy Council Houston Gala Dinner offers the chance to unwind after the second day of the conference and continue the conversation in the more relaxed surroundings of the Four Seasons Houston.

Bringing together friends, peers and new faces from across the North American energy community, the evening is designed for informal networking, good conversation and catching up over dinner in a more social setting.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

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Welcome Drinks Reception

Networking with fellow attendees before dinner.

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Three-Course Dinner

Enjoy dinner in the company of senior industry leaders.

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Lifetime Achievement Award

Celebrate the 2026 recipient.

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Executive Networking

Continue conversations with operators, investors and strategic partners.

2026 Lifetime Achievement Award

Throughout his career, Chuck has built a reputation as one of the industry’s most respected voices, combining decades of experience in investment banking, energy private equity and strategic advisory with a passion for bringing the industry together.

He previously served as Managing Partner of Kayne Anderson Capital Advisors’ energy private equity business, where he led investments in exploration and production companies, following earlier roles in energy investment banking at Stephens Inc.

Today, Chuck continues to shape industry dialogue through his widely recognised podcasts, where he brings together executives, investors and innovators to discuss the issues defining the future of North American energy. His insight, leadership and contribution to the energy investment community make him a fitting recipient of the 2026 Energy Council Houston Lifetime Achievement Award.