Register Now for the Society of Petroleum Engineers Gulf Coast Section (SPE GCS) Young Professionals Drill Down Summit – Sept 24, 2026 – Houston, TX

Thursday, September 24, 2026 | 5:00–8:00 PM
Collide Headquarters
1410 Brittmoore Rd #302
Houston, TX 77043

The SPE GCS YP Drill Down Summit brings together five voices from across the petroleum industry for an open, unscripted discussion about the future of American oil and gas production. The panel will bring perspectives from drilling engineering, E&P leadership, oilfield services, regulation, and energy policy.

With no PowerPoints or rehearsed talking points, the two-hour conversation will focus on the real issues influencing decisions in the field, boardroom, and government. Attendees will also have the opportunity to submit questions and engage directly with the panelists.

Topics of Discussion

• Drilling performance
• Regulatory challenges
• Capital strategy
• Oilfield service innovation
• Strategies for drilling more efficiently and effectively

Featured Speakers

Christopher Schilling, Kosmos Energy

Christopher Schilling brings more than 12 years of experience in offshore and onshore drilling operations, with expertise in deepwater well design and drilling engineering. As Senior Wells and Drilling Engineer for Global Wells at Kosmos Energy, he brings experience spanning offshore operations in West Africa and the Gulf of America.

Amar Vankardari, Wood Group

With nearly 15 years at Wood, including his current role as Lead Drilling Riser Engineer, Amar Vankardari brings extensive experience in subsea drilling riser design and operability analysis. His previous work as an Account Manager for Seadrill adds project leadership and oilfield services expertise to the discussion.

Aditya Raizada, Stress Engineering Services

Aditya Raizada’s experience as a Global Riser Analysis Specialist and Downhole Failure Analysis expert at Stress Engineering Services includes offshore drilling systems, riser operations, and well integrity. His technical background provides a strong perspective for the summit’s high-level discussion.

Pricing

• Members – In Person: $10
• Non-Members – In Person: $15

Pricing listed through September 25, 2026.

Come prepared for an open conversation about the challenges, decisions, and opportunities shaping the future of drilling and American petroleum production.