2017 International Petrochemical Conference

2017 International Petrochemical Conference

Sunday, March 26 - Tuesday, March 28, 2017
Grand Hyatt San Antonio
600 E. Market Street
San Antonio, TX 78205

Schedule of Sessions and Special Events


Saturday March 25, 2017
02:00 pm - 07:00 pm Registration


Sunday March 26, 2017
09:00 am - 07:00 pm Registration

05:00 pm - 07:00 pm Welcome Reception


Monday March 27, 2017
07:30 am - 08:00 am Breakfast

07:30 am - 03:30 pm Registration

08:00 am - 10:00 am General Session -

2017 Petrochemical Heritage Award Presentation

State of the Petrochemical Industry
Over the last twelve months, volatility, change, and uncertainty have become the new norm. In this session learn more about the current state of capital projects-related challenges and capabilities as well as the changing dynamics of the petrochemical industry for the years to come.

Capital Projects Productivity Challenges and Capabilities
Phyllis Kulkarni, Regional Director – North America, Independent Project Analysis

Watching for Signs for a Wild Ride
Steve Zinger, Senior Vice President – Chemicals, Wood Mackenzie

10:30 am - 11:30 am Senior Executive Roundtable - By Invitation
Hosted by Chet Thompson, AFPM President

11:30 am - 01:00 pm Leadership Luncheon - By Invitation

02:00 pm - 04:00 pm General Session -

The Impacts of the U.S. Elections on the Petrochemical Industry
With the completion of the recent U.S. elections, what does it mean for the petrochemical industry? Hear from industry leaders about what to expect on the legislative and regulatory fronts in addition to the potential industry impacts.

2:00 pm - Legislative Impacts of the U.S. Elections and What They Mean for the Petrochemical Industry
Moderator: Robert McArver, Vice President, Petrochemicals, AFPM
Panel:
Stephanie Daigle, Vice President of Government Affairs, Celanese
Troy Keller, Vice President & Associate General Counsel, Huntsman
Geoffrey Moody, Senior Director, Government Relations, AFPM
3:00 pm - Regulatory Impacts of the U.S. Elections and What They Mean for the Petrochemical Industry
Moderator: David Friedman, Vice President of Regulatory Affairs, AFPM
Panel:
Catharine de Lacy, Vice President of Government and Regulatory Affairs, Albemarle Corporation
Stacy Putman, Plant Manager - Carson, CA, INEOS Olefins & Polymers USA
Justin Savage, Partner, Hogan Lovells

05:00 pm - 06:00 pm Women in Petrochemicals Reception - Reception open to registered women only.


Tuesday March 28, 2017
08:30 am - 12:00 pm Registration

10:00 am - 11:15 am Petrochemical Forum - Changing Dynamics and Global Uncertainties in the Petrochemical Industry – A Panel Discussion
In this session, hear from global industry senior executives about the changing petrochemical industry dynamics and leading the industry in volatile times.

Panelists:
John Buckley, Chief Executive Officer, Air Liquide USA, LLC
Peter Cella, President & CEO, Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP
Neil Chapman, President, ExxonMobil Chemical

11:30 am - 02:00 pm International Petrochemical Luncheon -

Featuring: Chuck Hagel, U.S. Secretary of Defense (2013–2015)

Price: $100.00
Luncheon open to registered attendees only. Badge & ticket required to gain admittance. Reserved Seating is available with purchase of table of 10 only. Tickets must be purchased by March 10. No tickets or same-day seating will be available on-site.