Small Business USA
David Allen, Elite Energy Services, tells the story of their old school entrepreneur family business. Allen describes how he came across the idea for their fire tube and what sacrifices his family made while proving the product.
Social Media Segment
Bill Wren, The University of Texas at Austin’s McDonald Observatory, explains how they are working with the oil and gas industry to reduce light pollution at night.
Energy Economy
Joshua Swanson, Vogel Law, gives an update on an ongoing battle with the state of North Dakota involving mineral rights. He gives a brief overview of the bizarre history, describing it as something that needs “four-letter-words”.
Infrastructure and Logistics
Thure Cannon, Texas Pipeline Association discusses some of the recent regulatory issues in the world of pipelines. One item of note was when Cannon explained the issue of eminent Domain and the pipeline industry and how the recent statistics validate collaboration.
Singer-Songwriter Bumper Music Performances: Moody River Band