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Register Now for the Women’s Energy Network (WEN) Houston – Sept 24, 2026 – Houston, TX

2026 Energy in Business Panel: Powering the Next Decade

September 24, 2026 | 8:00–10:00 AM

A.D. Players Theater
5420 Westheimer Rd.
Houston, TX 77056

Powering the Next Decade

Join the Houston Business Journal and Women’s Energy Network Houston for a forward-looking panel discussion bringing together energy leaders to examine where the industry is headed as demand grows and innovation accelerates.

Houston remains at the center of the global energy industry, building on its oil and gas legacy while moving toward a more sustainable and diversified energy future. The panel will explore the forces shaping the sector and how today’s leaders are balancing market realities with long-term strategies for innovation, resilience, and transformation.

The discussion will cover Houston’s role in the global energy transition, from strengthening existing infrastructure to advancing renewables, hydrogen, carbon capture, and emerging technologies.

Featured Panelists

  • Dominic Genetti — SVP of Carbon Capture and Storage, ExxonMobil
  • Scott Hart — EVP, NRG Energy & President, NRG Business
  • Alex Hernandez — Founder & CEO, PowerBridge
  • Ken Medlock, Ph.D. — Baker Institute for Public Policy, Rice University

WEN Houston is proud to partner with the Houston Business Journal to bring this conversation to the energy community and its members.

Ticket Information

VIP Seating Package — $300
Reserved priority seating for four.

Reserved Seating Package — $175
Reserved seating for two.

Reserved Seating — $100

Display Table + 2 Tickets Package — $2,000

Includes a display table in the event networking area and two reserved seats for the panel discussion. This package provides an opportunity to showcase your brand, connect with attendees, and gain visibility among key decision-makers throughout the program.

Event Guidelines

Event attendees must follow all outlined guidelines and safety protocols for Business Journal events. Please review the event description for specific requirements.

By attending, you acknowledge the risks involved and choose to attend on your own accord. You also agree to waive and release American City Business Journals, Inc. from liability for any claim, including claims involving personal injury, death, or damage of any kind arising from your attendance at the event.