Special Keynote

Spencer Abraham, U.S. Secretary of Energy

Abraham will provide an exclusive briefing to attendees with a detailed assessment of current conditions and changes to U.S. energy policy. Abraham will also address how present threats may impact future energy commerce in the U.S.  

Keynote Address
World Energy Politics: An Insiders View
Lawrence Eagleburger, Former U.S. Secretary of State

He is one of the United States leading experts in foreign policy and global diplomatic affairs and is known throughout the world for his role in the Bush Administration during the Gulf War.  Secretary Eagleburger has remained a prominent government and private sector advisor in the Middle East over recent years and is a member of the OILspace Advisory Board. Eagleburger's keynote will focus on understanding how the objectives of Enduring Freedom and the efforts of the World Coalition against terrorism will impact U.S. foreign policy towards the oil producing countries of the world. Find out what impact these changes will have on energy supply, commerce and operations.

Credible Threats: An Overview from the CIA
Special Division on Counter Terrorism, Central Intelligence Agency
 
What is the level of threat for the energy industry? How do you assess your level of preparedness? Which defense strategies are likely to be successful? How do terrorist choose their targets? Who are the organizations we should focus on? What is the methodology of a terrorist? The answers to all these questions and the role that the CIA will take in working with energy companies will be the focus of this must-attend briefing. 

International Energy Agency (IEA)
Mr. James Hart who serves as an advisor to Department of Energy leadership on issues relating to the world oil market and its impact on U.S. energy, national security, and foreign policy will discuss how the International Energy Agency is preparing to respond promptly if oil markets become turbulent following any U.S. action in the war on terrorism

Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR)

Mr. John Shagges, Director of Economic Planning, Policy, and Finance for the United State's Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR). Since its inception, the circumstances that might require the use of the Strategic Petroleum Reserve have been defined in the Energy Policy and Conservation Act.  Yet each time economic or political circumstances bring the SPR into focus, questions, concerns, and misunderstandings ARE abound.  Mr. Shagges will address firsthand the reasons behind the formation of the SPR, the circumstances under which it may be used, and the economics behind its administration. Topics such as inventory levels, draw down capabilities, exchanges and sales will be discussed in relation to today's domestic security needs and concerns.

Efficient Refinery Operations Under Heightened Security
Mr. Bobby Gillham, Manager Global Security, Conoco Inc.

Mr. Gillham serves as coordinator between industry, DOE, and various law enforcement agencies. Gillham was the point person for a recent 2001 National Petroleum Council study on security threats to critical energy infrastructures.

We've heard the overview from the CIA now find out what one major refiner has done to keep operations running efficiently while taking the necessary precautions against wrongful acts. Refinery margins were already razor thin before security to be beefed up. Now hear first hand what critical steps have been taken by one of the world's largest energy companies to ensure security and efficient operations.

In the Sights: An American Corporate Icon
Mr. Steve Howell, former FBI Agent, head of Security, McDonald's

With 28,000 outlets in 152 countries and a brand that is synonymous with America, no other company has more employees to protect around the globe than McDonald's. Next to physical assets your greatest risk are the people that lead your business day-to-day. Find out the valuable lessons this corporate giant has learned and what reasonable steps must be taken immediately to protect employees from one of the country's leading security experts.

Cyber Threats to Digital Assets & Control Systems
Mr. Shannon Kellogg, Vice President, Information Technology Association of America (ITAA) Hear from one of the worlds leading experts on "Cyber Terrorism" the critical measures energy companies must take to safeguard against the real likelihood of terrorist attacking the very heart of electronic processes that could bring an entire infrastructure to its knees. Hear how today's automated energy systems from pipeline management, to power plant operations, to refinery production could be halted. Hear the top 10 ways in which cyber terrorist will try to infiltrate and destroy your company's computer operations.

The Role of OPEC in Stabilizing World Energy Prices
Weeks ago the unthinkable became reality. Now we must consider what can happen if a disruption in the world's most complicated supply and demand chain occurs. How can OPEC work together with other nations and major players in the world energy market to ensure against disruption? Our expert provides a detailed overview of the complicated issues and regional implications of events and responses around the globe.

On the Front Line: Sea Port and Terminal Security