2025 Speakers
Introducing the early confirmed speaker lineup for the 2025 Permian Energy Dialogues! This year’s distinguished experts will share insights on the most pressing issues shaping the Permian Basin. Explore the industry leaders and innovators joining us in 2025 as we engage in critical discussions on the future of energy.

Melanie A. Kenderdine
Cabinet Secretary
New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department

Catarina Gonzales
Commissioner
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality

Greg Bloom
Assistant Commissioner of Mineral Resources
New Mexico State Land Office

Steve Cole
EVP and Partner
Five Point Energy

Ted Wooten
Chief Engineer
Railroad Commission of Texas

Steven H. Pruett
President & CEO
Elevation Resources LLC

Michelle Miano
Division Director, Environmental Protection
New Mexico Environment Department

Joey Bernica
Director
Climate Investment

Nile Garritson
Portfolio Manager
CalSTRS

Darin Zanovich
CEO
Mesa Minerals Partners

Michael Gibson
Deputy State Director, Minerals
Bureau of Land Management

Bruce Baizel
Division Director, Compliance and Enforcement,
New Mexico Environment Department

Kris Kindrick
Senior Vice President, Commercial
Kinetik