Call for speakers
The energy industry is evolving at pace, shaped by technological innovation, geopolitical complexity and workforce transformation. As the sector moves forward, so must its leaders.
WGLC 2026 brings together professionals from across oil, gas and the broader energy value chain to explore what it truly means to power energy forward, not only through innovation and infrastructure, but through leadership, professional growth and human impact.
This year’s program goes beyond titles and technical excellence. It examines how influence is built, how careers are intentionally shaped and how inclusive, high-performing teams drive sustainable success. From navigating complexity and accelerating digital transformation to strengthening resilience and expanding opportunity, WGLC provides the tools, insights and connections needed to lead with confidence in a rapidly changing industry.
Powering energy forward isn’t just about what we produce—it’s about how we lead, how we develop talent and how we shape the future of the sector together.
Topics
Professional development
- Thriving in Transition
In an industry defined by cycles, disruption, and transformation, resilience is no longer just about endurance—it’s about adaptability. What skills, experiences, or lessons can you share that demonstrate how leaders stay relevant, reposition themselves, and thrive during periods of change. - Conflict as a Leadership Skill
High-performing teams don’t avoid tension; they know how to use it productively. How have you navigated conflict to strengthen decision-making, alignment, and trust, and what practical strategies can you offer others - Decision-Making Under Pressure
Energy leaders are often required to make high-stakes decisions with limited time and imperfect information. What frameworks, habits, or real-world examples can you offer that demonstrate how to lead decisively and responsibly when the pressure is on? - Behavioural Shifts into Impactful Leadership
The move into leadership isn’t defined by a title. What intentional behavioural shifts, daily habits, or practical actions have helped you successfully transition from individual contributor to impactful leader?
- Designing Your Career Journey
In today’s energy landscape, careers are no longer linear. Have you made lateral moves, strategic pivots, or unconventional transitions that strengthened your leadership and influence? Share your insights on building a career with intention rather than simply climbing the traditional ladder.
- Women-Led Innovations
Across the energy value chain, women are driving innovation in technology, operations, sustainability, and strategy. Are you leading breakthrough work, pioneering new approaches, or shaping transformation in your organisation? Share how your leadership is powering innovation forward.
- Financial Fluency for Energy Leaders
In a capital-intensive industry, leadership impact is inseparable from financial understanding. How have you navigated budgets, capital allocation, cost discipline, and investment decisions in complex energy environments, and what insights can you share to help others lead with stronger financial confidence and credibility?
Industry topics
- Future Analytics & Energy Evolution
Advanced analytics and digital tools are transforming how energy assets are designed, operated, and optimized. How are you leveraging data to drive smarter decisions, improve performance, or shape the future of energy systems? - Datacenters, AI and Energy Demand
The rapid growth of AI and digital infrastructure is reshaping global energy demand and investment priorities. What insights can you provide into the energy implications of datacentres, grid strain, decarbonization challenges, or strategic planning in this evolving landscape?
- Deepwater Development
Deepwater is one of the strongest areas of the global oil and gas industry, with further growth in the pipeline. Development will be strong in established and frontier regions. Deepwater and ultra-deepwater exploration accounted for 70% of all new recoverable resources discovered in 2025. Share your expertise on this dynamic, niche industry sector! - Applying oilfield expertise beyond oil
Oil & gas companies increasingly apply subsurface expertise to geothermal, leverage drilling knowledge for lithium extraction and are increasingly moving into critical mineral recovery. What does this mean for the energy industry and what opportunities does it offer?