As the world’s long running energy law conference, the 77th Annual Energy Law Conference will bring together legal leaders and other professionals in the energy industry for two days of excellent educational programming covering the oil, gas, and renewables sectors of the energy industry. Attended by in-house leaders, experienced energy attorneys in private practice, government attorneys, landmen, non-legal energy professionals, and young energy professionals, this conference also provides opportunities for social and professional networking with distinguished and diverse attendees.

The conference is free for all IEL Advisory Board Members.

Conference Co-Chairs

Kimberly Cunningham
Exxon Mobil Corporation
Spring, Texas

Louis “Louie” Layrisson
Baker Botts L.L.P.
Houston, Texas

Sponsorship Opportunities

IEL Leadership Award Reception and Dinner Sponsors (Feb. 26, 2026) (14 Allowed) - $6,000 each

Houston Racquet Club
Honoring TBA

Recognition in all marketing material
Company/firm logo prominently displayed in the Conference program and Conference break slides
Company/firm logo on the Conference website, with link to company/firm website
Recognition at the reception and dinner
3 complimentary registrants at the Conference, including the Awards Reception and Dinner
Up to 5 additional guests at the reception and dinner
One reserved table at the dinner (for the above eight individuals or others registered for conference), if desired
An opportunity to display company/firm materials at the Conference

Conference Notepad Sponsor (Only 1 Allowed) - $6,000 (exclusive)

Name/logo on notepads distributed to all attendees
Recognition in all marketing material
Company/firm logo prominently displayed in the Conference program and Conference break slides
Company/firm logo on the Conference website, with link to company/firm website
2 complimentary registrants at the Conference, including the Awards Reception and Dinner
An opportunity to display company/firm materials at the Conference

Seat Covers Sponsor (Only 1 Allowed) - $6,000 (exclusive)

Seat Covers with Company/Law Firm Logo provided by Sponsor placed on Conference chairs
Recognition in all marketing material
Company/firm logo prominently displayed in the Conference program and Conference break slides
Company/firm logo on the Conference website, with link to company/firm website
2 complimentary registrants at the Conference, including the Awards Reception and Dinner
An opportunity to display company/firm materials at the Conference

Wi-Fi Sponsor (Only 1 Allowed) - $6,000 (exclusive) - SOLD

Name/logo reflected in Wi-Fi access code
Recognition in all marketing material
Company/firm logo prominently displayed in the Conference program and Conference break slides
Company/firm logo on the Conference website, with link to company/firm website
2 complimentary registrants at the Conference, including the Awards Reception and Dinner
An opportunity to display company/firm materials at the Conference

Lanyard Sponsor (Only 1 Allowed) - $6,000 (exclusive) - SOLD

Name/logo on lanyards distributed to all attendees
Recognition in all marketing material
Company/firm logo prominently displayed in the Conference program and Conference break slides
Company/firm logo on the Conference website, with link to company/firm website
2 complimentary registrants at the Conference, including the Awards Reception and Dinner
An opportunity to display company/firm materials at the Conference

Conference Materials Sponsor (Only 1 Allowed) - $6,000 (exclusive)

Single page company/firm advertisement showing through back of packet containing Conference related material
Recognition in all marketing material
Company/firm logo prominently displayed in the Conference program and Conference break slides
Company/firm logo on the Conference website, with link to company/firm website
2 complimentary registrants at the Conference, including the Awards Reception and Dinner
An opportunity to display company/firm materials at the Conference

Advisory Board Reception (February 25, 2026) (Limited to2) - $5,000

Lawless Spirits & Kitchen

Recognition in all marketing material
Company/firm logo prominently displayed in the Conference program and Conference break slides
Company/firm logo on the Conference website, with link to company/firm website
Recognition at the reception
2 complimentary registrants at the Conference, including the Awards Reception and Dinner
Up to 4 additional guests at the Advisory Board Reception
An opportunity to display company/firm materials at the Conference

Charging Stations Sponsor (Only 1 Allowed) - $5,000 (exclusive)

Name/logo displayed at charging stations
Recognition in all marketing material
Company/firm logo prominently displayed in the Conference program and Conference break slides
Company/firm logo on the Conference website, with link to company/firm website
2 complimentary registrants at the Conference, including the Awards Reception and Dinner
An opportunity to display company/firm materials at the Conference

1st Day Morning Breakfast Sponsor (Only 1 Allowed) - $5,000 (exclusive)

Recognition in all marketing material
Company/firm logo prominently displayed in the Conference program and Conference break slides
Company/firm logo on the Conference website, with link to company/firm website
Recognition from podium at the start of the program
Recognition via signage at the breakfast
2 complimentary registrants at the Conference, including the Awards Reception and Dinner
An opportunity to display company/firm materials at the Conference

1st Day Morning Break Sponsor (Only 1 Allowed) - $5,000(exclusive)

Recognition in all marketing material
Company/firm logo prominently displayed in the Conference program and Conference break slides
Company/firm logo on the Conference website, with link to company/firm website
Recognition from podium immediately before or after the break
Recognition via signage at the break
2 complimentary registrants at the Conference, including the Awards Reception and Dinner
An opportunity to display company/firm materials at the Conference

1st Day Afternoon Break Sponsor (Only 1 Allowed) - $5,000(exclusive)

Recognition in all marketing material
Company/firm logo prominently displayed in the Conference program and Conference break slides
Company/firm logo on the Conference website, with link to company/firm website
Recognition from podium immediately before or after the break
Recognition via signage at the break
2 complimentary registrants at the Conference, including the Awards Reception and Dinner
An opportunity to display company/firm materials at the Conference

2nd Day Morning Breakfast Sponsor (Only 1 Allowed) - $5,000 (exclusive)

Recognition in all marketing material
Company/firm logo prominently displayed in the Conference program and Conference break slides
Company/firm logo on the Conference website, with link to company/firm website
Recognition from podium at the start of the program
Recognition via signage at the breakfast
2 complimentary registrants at the Conference, including the Awards Reception and Dinner
An opportunity to display company/firm materials at the Conference

2nd Day Morning Break Sponsor (Only 1 Allowed) - $4,500(exclusive)

Recognition in all marketing material
Company/firm logo prominently displayed in the Conference program and Conference break slides
Company/firm logo on the Conference website, with link to company/firm website
Recognition from podium immediately before or after the break
Recognition via signage at the break
1 complimentary registrant at the Conference, including the Awards Reception and Dinner
An opportunity to display company/firm materials at the Conference

Deans Lecture & IEL Legends Luncheon Sponsors (February 27, 2026) - $3,750 each

Lecture by Greg Mathews, Chevron

Recognition in all marketing material
Company/firm logo prominently displayed in the Conference program and Conference break slides
Company/firm logo on the Conference website, with link to company/firm website
Recognition via signage and from podium at Deans of Oil and Gas Practice Lecture Luncheon
1 complimentary registrant at the Conference, including the Awards Reception and Dinner
An opportunity to display company/firm materials at the Conference

First Day Networking Luncheon Sponsors (February 26, 2026) (Limited to 6) - $3,250 each

Recognition in all marketing material
Company/firm logo prominently displayed in the Conference program and Conference break slides
Company/firm logo on the Conference website, with link to company/firm website
Recognition via signage at first day networking luncheon
1 complimentary registrant at the Conference, including the Awards Reception and Dinner
An opportunity to display company/firm materials at the Conference

Exhibitor (February 26-27, 2026) (Non-Law Firms Only) - $3,000 each

Recognition in all marketing material
Company/firm logo prominently displayed in the Conference program and Conference break slides
Company/firm logo on the Conference website, with link to company/firm website
1 complimentary registrant at the Conference, including the Awards Reception and Dinner
An opportunity to display company/firm materials at the Conference

Other Information

Press Policy

All IEL conferences are held under the Chatham House Rule. Participants, including journalists, are free to use any information received, but comments may not be attributed to any speaker identiﬁ ed by name or affiliation.

Photo/Audio/Video Release

Registration for or attendance at this event acknowledges consent to be recorded or photographed. We reserve the right to use any photograph/video taken at our events, without the expressed written permission of those included within the photograph/video. We may use the photograph/video in publications or other media material produced, used or contracted including but not limited to: brochures, invitations, books, newspapers, magazines, television, websites, annual reports, newsletters, etc. To ensure the privacy of individuals, images will not be identified using full names or personal identifying information without written approval from the photographed subject.

Visa Information

If you require a letter of invitation to obtain a visa for this conference, payment of the registration fee must first be made. If you apply and do not receive a visa, please send us a copy of the rejection letter from the consulate, and we will cancel your registration and issue a refund. Please email iel@cailaw.org for more details.

Nondiscriminatory Policy

The Center for American and International Law does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status in educational activities, scholarship programs or admissions.

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