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Fuel Your Future with Network Intelligence

The future of gas operations goes beyond leak detection—it’s about empowering your entire network with intelligence. This premier event is designed for North American operators looking to elevate their operational excellence and stay ahead of evolving regulations.

What's in it for you?

   Maximize Asset Value
Turn emissions data into actionable insights that improve efficiency, inform decisions, and maximize asset performance.

   Navigate Compliance with Confidence
Stay ahead of evolving regulations with expert guidance on PHMSA updates and compliance best practices.

   Unlock End-to-End Solutions
See how integrated detection, analytics, and reporting streamline compliance and optimize operations.

   Connect with Industry Innovators
Network with industry leaders, exchange ideas, and build valuable connections that extend beyond the conference.

PGCC 2025 Highlights

Full Agenda

*Schedule is subject to change.

Sept 15

Sept 16

Sept 17

Sept 18

1:00 – 2:15 pm

75 min

Workshop: End to End Mobile Investigations with Picarro Handheld

1:00 – 2:15 pm

75 min

Workshop: Actionable Insights in P-Cubed

1:00 – 2:15 pm

75 min

Workshop: Data Collection with AMLD

2:15 – 2:45 pm

30 min

Coffee Break

2:45 – 4:00 pm

75 min

Workshop: Actionable Insights in P-Cubed

2:45 – 4:00 pm

75 min

Workshop: End to End Mobile Investigations with Picarro Handheld

2:45 – 4:00 pm

75 min

Workshop: Data Collection with AMLD

4:00 – 6:00 pm

120 min

Welcome Reception

8:30 – 9:30 am

60 min

Breakfast, Check-in, and Networking

9:30 – 10:00 am

30 min

Fireside Chat

Nick Stavropoulos, former President and COO, PG&E with Alex Balkanski, President & CEO, Picarro

10:00 – 10:30 am

30 min

Industry Keynote

Alan Mayberry, Former Associate Administrator of PHMSA

10:30 – 11:00 am

30 min

Break

11:00 am – 12:00 pm

60 min

Panel: Managing Emissions – From Pilot to Full Production

Julien Klein, Sr. Director, Product Strategy, Gas, Picarro
Jeremy Handler, Environmental Principal, Climate at NiSource
Srijana Rai, Technical Director at the Veritas Initiative
Alan Ly, Data Scientist, Picarro

12:00 – 1:00 pm

60 min

Presentation: Picarro Technology Showcase

1:00 – 2:00 pm

60 min

Lunch

2:00 – 3:00 pm

60 min

Panel: System-Level Safety: A New Era of Leak Management

Francois Rongere, VP, Gas, Picarro
Mike Kerans, Sr. Director, Gas Strategy Execution and System Planning, PG&E
Angelica Riccietti, Manager of Emissions and Network Management, Italgas

3:00 – 3:05 pm

5 min

Closing Remarks

4:00 pm

Porsche Driving Experience

8:00 – 9:00 am

60 min

Breakfast, Check-in, and Networking

9:00 – 10:00 am

60 min

Panel: Scaling Up: Workflows, Integration, Automation

Sean MacMullin, Sr. Director, Software and Data Analytics, Picarro
John Batterson, Change Manager, Green Operation at Cadent
Daniel Warkentin, Senior Engineer at CenterPoint Energy

10:00 – 10:30 am

30 min

Break

10:30 – 11:30 am

60 min

Panel: Operator Success Stories

Tom Dockery, Sr. Director, Client Delivery and Support, Picarro
Michael Upshaw, Manager, Leak Survey Operations, Washington Gas
Shane Jones, Manager, Technical Field Operations, CenterPoint Energy
Ryan Prokopiwich, Founder, KimPro Energy

11:30 am – 12:00 pm

30 min

Co-Host Keynote

Emeka Igwilo, CDO and VP Operations Support, Southern Company Gas

12:00 – 1:00 pm

60 min

Lunch

1:00 – 3:00 pm

120 min

Breakout Sessions: Operator Feedback

3:00 – 3:15 pm

15 min

Break

3:15 – 4:15 pm

60 min

Breakout Recap

8:30 – 9:30 am

60 min

Breakfast, Check-in, and Networking

9:30 – 9:45 am

15 min

Opening Remarks

9:45 – 10:15 am

30 min

Guest Keynote

Stefano Guglielmo, Head of Asset Performance & Technology at Italgas

10:15 – 10:30 am

15 min

Break

10:30 – 11:30 am

60 min

Panel: High-Productivity Mobile Data Collection — The Voice of the Experts

Tom Dockery, Sr. Director, Client Delivery and Support, Picarro
Jim Schauer, President, Gridhawk LLC
Jeff Goetzman, Technical Field Operations, CenterPoint Energy
Matt Smith, Supervisor AMLD Operations, PG&E
Jonathan Butler, Operations Manager, AGD

11:30 am – 12:00 pm

30 min

Closing Keynote

Alex Balkanski, President and CEO, Picarro

12:00 – 1:00 pm

60 min

Grab n Go Lunch

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Special Event

The Porsche Experience

Push the limits on the Porsche Experience Center Atlanta test track — two full laps behind the wheel. Followed by a cocktail reception and plated dinner for all conference attendees.

  • Two laps on the Atlanta test track

  • Cocktail reception & plated dinner

  • Valid ID required for track participation

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Venue

W Hotel Atlanta

Located in the heart of downtown Atlanta, the W Hotel provides a premium conference environment steps from the city's best dining, culture, and entertainment.

   45 Ivan Allen Jr. Boulevard
Atlanta, GA 30308

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