29th Annual Oklahoma Oil & Natural Gas Expo Welcomes More Than 3,600 Attendees and 300 Exhibitors

New Career Fair, Industry Leadership Panel and Annual BBQ Competition Highlight State’s Largest Oil and Natural Gas Industry Event

The 29th Annual Oklahoma Oil & Natural Gas Expo brought together 3,600 attendees and more than 300 exhibitors at the OKC Fairgrounds Bennett Event Center on October 15, celebrating the innovation, technology and people driving Oklahoma’s oil and natural gas industry forward.

As the state’s largest oil and natural gas industry event, the Expo provided a valuable opportunity for producers, service companies and industry professionals to connect, exchange ideas and explore the latest technologies and opportunities shaping Oklahoma’s energy future.

“The Expo is a great reminder of the incredible people and businesses that make Oklahoma’s oil and natural gas industry so strong,” said Dara McBee, Executive Director of the Oklahoma Energy Resources Board (OERB). “Bringing thousands of industry professionals together creates opportunities for new partnerships, fresh ideas and continued growth. It’s especially exciting to see the Expo expand with new opportunities like our Career Fair, helping connect the next generation of workers with an industry that plays such an important role in our state.”

New Career Fair Connects Job Seekers with Industry Opportunities

A new addition to this year’s Expo, the Career Fair brought together 11 participating companies looking to connect with job seekers and skilled professionals. The event created an opportunity for attendees to explore career paths, meet potential employers and learn more about the wide range of jobs available in Oklahoma’s oil and natural gas industry.

The Career Fair marked an exciting expansion of the Expo, further strengthening its role in supporting the industry’s workforce and future growth.

Expo Highlights

Beyond the exhibit floor, attendees enjoyed several signature events and activities throughout the day:

• Barrels, Bits, and Business Producer Panel: Industry leaders shared insights and perspectives on today’s energy landscape. Panelists included Drew Elliott, Continental Resources; Cristi Harrington, H&P; Gary Gore, Gore Nitrogen/Energy; Grant Sykes, BlackJack Natural Resources; and Joel Acosta, Flywheel Energy. The discussion was moderated by Joe Brevetti, Charter Oak Production, and Heather Powell, Ventana Exploration & Production.
• 5th Annual Oklahoma Oil & Natural Gas BBQ Competition: Some of the industry’s best BBQ teams brought the heat in a friendly competition. Thru Tubing and Cudd Energy earned the People’s Choice Award, while Milroc Distribution took home the championship title.
• Polaris Ranger Giveaway: Excitement continued throughout the day as attendees entered for a chance to win a Polaris Ranger, with one lucky winner taking home the grand prize.
• Prospect Fair: The returning Prospect Fair provided a space for geoscientists, engineers, landmen, operators, working interest owners and royalty owners to connect and explore new business opportunities, from geological prospects to company and asset sales.

The Oklahoma Oil & Natural Gas Expo is hosted by the OERB’s Producer Education Committee. Now in its 29th year, the event continues to bring the industry together to strengthen relationships, encourage collaboration and showcase the innovation and opportunities that keep Oklahoma’s energy industry moving forward.

About the OERB

The Oklahoma Energy Resources Board (OERB) works on behalf of the people of Oklahoma Oil & Natural Gas, representing more than 2,500 producers and thousands of royalty owners. Funded through voluntary industry contributions, the OERB is committed to restoring land at no cost to landowners and investing in education across Oklahoma.