Register Now for the American Association of Drilling Engineers (AADE) Houston Fluids Management Group Meeting – Nov 18, 2026 – Houston, TX

Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Registration & Check-In: Begins at 12:45 PM
Location: Norris Conference Centers – CityCentre
Houston, TX

About the Meeting

The AADE Houston Chapter Fluids Management Group invites members and industry professionals to its November meeting, featuring technical presentations and a panel discussion on the changing role of mud and drilling engineers and the opportunities for career advancement.

Under the theme “Past, Present, Future of Mud & Drilling Engineers/Career Progression,” speakers will examine how technology, evolving industry practices, and technical expertise are shaping careers in drilling fluids, completion fluids, and solids control.

Presentations & Speakers

• Paul Sands
  Technical Drilling Fluids Engineer, AES Drilling Fluids
  Presentation: “The Modern Mud Engineer: How Technology, Data, and Expectations Are Changing the Profession”
• Chau Nguyen
  Domain Head for Reservoir Drill-In and Completion Fluids, SLB
  Presentation: “The Evolution for Completion Fluids”
• Jarod McBride
  President, Stage 3 Separation
  Presentation: “Beyond the Equipment: Building a Technical Career in Solids Control”

Panel Discussion

A panel discussion will follow the presentations, moderated by Justin Gauthier of AES Drilling Fluids.

Registration & Professional Development

Current members may attend DTC meetings at no cost, but advance reservations are required.

Registration Deadline: Tuesday, November 17, 2026, at 12:00 PM (Noon)

Attendance for the full meeting may qualify for up to 2 professional development hours. Attendees should consult applicable PE rules for guidance on eligibility and credit.

Driving & Parking Instructions

Norris Conference Centers – CityCentre is located near the intersection of IH-10 West and Beltway 8. Complimentary parking is available at the facility.

• For convenient access, use the parking garage attached to Norris Conference Centers. Enter the garage from Beltway 8.
• Take the upward ramp in the center of the garage and follow the Norris Conference Centers signs to the designated parking levels.
• Proceed to the third level and follow the signs to the Norris Conference Centers entrance.
• Avoid spaces marked “Reserved,” as these are designated for other tenants of the complex.

Register by the deadline to reserve your place at this technical meeting and discussion on the future of drilling fluids careers.