Association of International Energy Negotiators (AIEN)

Last week, our Asia Chapter hosted an event in Singapore as part of our International Women's Event Series.?Attendees were able to “Meet the Women (Em)powering Asia’s Energy Industry”, hearing from Dora B., Mayen Ekong, Joanne Eu, Sophea Seng, CFA, and Jill Cooper (moderator), who shared stories of their rise to positions of power and influence in the energy industry. ? A special thank you to our event sponsors: King & Spalding and ExxonMobil LNG ? Don't miss out on the next Asia Chapter event, April 10. Register today here: https://lnkd.in/gb9C9URP ? #IWD2025

We are thrilled to announce the launch of a new special interest group - the Women Negotiators Group or WNG! This group was established to provide AIEN female members with a forum for sharing ideas, growth, networking and establishing relationships with female colleagues while encouraging substantive interaction among all AIEN members.? Activities will kick off soon under the leadership of Wanara Dupre, who will serve as AIEN's Board Liaison for WNG. As the regular AIEN membership fees apply, there is no additional membership fee to participate in activities of the WN Group. But make sure you are an active member to participate! All members are able to add themselves to the group by visiting their 'Manage Individual Profile' page, clicking the 'Demographics' tab to edit and checking the box to be added to the WN Group. Sign up in your profile today. Learn more about the group by visiting: https://lnkd.in/gD53--ci #energy #energyindustry #womeninenergy #networking #mentoring #WNG

Earlier this month in Taguig City, our Asia Chapter hosted Oliver Butalid, Mylene Celestino Capongcol, Lyrna Esmeralda-Hewitt, Alessandro Sales, and Adrian S. Sugay as they discussed the challenges and opportunities in the Philippine energy sector. Attendees were also able to receive the latest updates on challenges and opportunities in the renewable energy space, in particular, an update on the Green Energy Auction activities in 2025 and other investment opportunities in the Philippines. ? A special thank you to our event sponsors: BRG, ConocoPhillips, ExxonMobil, Freshfields, Herbert Smith Freehills, Jones Day, JTAsyer Law Firm, K&L Gates, King & Spalding, Skrine, Harbour Energy, and VILAF. ? Don't miss out on future events, view the full calendar here: https://lnkd.in/gQ976njg

You are invited to join us on April 1 in Houston for our US Chapter Luncheon exploring the commercial ecosystem for SMR & fuel recycling! Hear from David Brown, Kirsten Odynski, Freddy Sourgens, and Tim Williamson, as they explore this topic and discuss the broader challenges of deploying SMRs in the quest to decarbonize existing energy systems. ? Lunch will be provided. Registration is $25 for members, $45 for non-members and $15 for students. ? CLE credit will be available. Register online by clicking below! ? https://lnkd.in/giUJerxw ? #Nuclear #SMR #energy #energyindustry #Houston

Our 2025 International Oil & Gas Contracts and Negotiations Core Course wrapped up last Friday afternoon in Rio de Janeiro. We had a fantastic week of learning and connection building! A special thanks to all our attendees, our faculty Harry Sullivan, Andrew Derman, Jennifer Josefson, Kimberly Reeder and Felipe Alice, as well as our in country faculty - Marilda Rosado de Sá Ribeiro and Carolina Azevedo Pizoeiro Gerolimich, and AIEN Signature Events Manager Kristin Culwell. Next year, we will be in Cairo for the 2026 Core Course - stay tuned for more details! View our complete calendar of events and training courses at https://lnkd.in/gQ976njg. #energy #oilandgas #careerdevelopment #energyindustry #negotiationskills #modelcontracts

Corresponding with #IWD 2025, our LARC Chapter held a panel discussion on women diversifying the energy industry in Rio on Tuesday evening. Attendees were able to hear from Jacqueline Blajchman, Jennifer Josefson, Kimberly Reeder, Marilda Rosado de Sá Ribeiro, Monica Skowronski, and Tiana Ellwanger, on how they are paving the way as women leaders for a more resilient and innovative energy landscape. ? A special thank you to our event sponsors: Trench Rossi Watanabe, Mattos Filho, and Vieira Rezende Advogados ? Don't miss out on future events, view the full calendar here: https://lnkd.in/gQ976njg

On Tuesday, our US Chapter held a breakfast discussion co-hosted with Center for Houston's Future, Open Hydrogen Initiative, and Hydrogen Fuel Cell Partnership on the hydrogen model contract development. Attendees were able to hear from Brian Fellon, Zane McDonald, Daniel Mullen, Brett Perlman, Yolanda E. Robles, Keith Sappenfield, Veronica Vaca, and Chris Zentz as they shared their learnings from latest developments in the contracts. ? Don't miss out on the next US Chapter event, March 25. Register today here: https://lnkd.in/gQW_-qJw

Join us in Buenos Aires for this one-day regional chapter conference hosted by our Latin America & Caribbean Chapter! Get ready to take a deep dive into the key modifications introduced to the Hydrocarbon Law 17.319 and Natural Gas Regulatory Framework 24.076 by the newly enacted “Bases Law 27.742”. Featured topics include: ? New Objectives and Policies Applicable to Argentina’s O&G Sector Upstream: Impact of the Amendments Made to the Concessions Regime Midstream: Legal regime Applicable to Transportation Authorizations and Licenses for Processing and Refining Activities RIGI: Impact of the Incentives Regime on Different O&G Sub-Sectors ? Make plans to join us at Bomchil Law Firm on April 23! Full details, online registration, and sponsorship opportunities can be viewed here: https://lnkd.in/geiykPkR ? #energy #Hydrocarbon #BasesLaw #BuenosAires #Argentina #Conference #oilandgas #energyindustry

? ? Upcoming deadline: March 18 - Make sure to get your nominations in soon! To nominate, visit: https://lnkd.in/gW-jWyuC #aienIES #awards #excellence #energy #oilandgas #eneregyindustry

The AIEN community fosters career growth and mentorship among its members. The advice and insights are invaluable for those just starting their careers and seasoned negotiators alike. Elisabeth Eljuri, former AIEN President, has more than 30 years international energy industry experience and has learned that preparation is essential for success. We invite you to join our esteemed network. ? Learn more at https://lnkd.in/g28j7ZqT ? #membersHelpingmembers #mentorship #careerdevelopment #energy #energyindustry #networking #negotiations?