This presentation provides an in-depth look at the key economic and market trends shaping the oil and natural gas industry. Drawing from TXOGA's latest insights, it covers record-high global demand for oil and natural gas, U.S. supply leadership, and the productivity gains driving Texas' dominant position. We'll explore the risks and opportunities ahead, including the impact of evolving fiscal and monetary policies, rising global energy demand, trade/tariffs, and Texas' critical role in securing U.S. and international energy supplies.
Moderator: Isabella Ruble
Dr. Isabella Ruble is an economist at the U.S. Department of Energy, a position she assumed after nearly two decades in academia, where she taught at economics departments in the U.S. and abroad. With a deep passion for education, she has extensive expertise in academic curriculum development and the creation of new graduate degree programs. Her research, which covers a broad range of energy-related issues, is frequently published in peer-reviewed academic journals. Dr. Ruble is also an Associate Editor for the Journal of Economic Asymmetries and the owner of The Weck Institute. She is fluent in German, French and English.
Speaker: Dean Foreman
Dr. Dean Foreman serves as the Chief Economist for the Texas Oil & Gas Association (TXOGA), where he leads critical economic and energy policy analyses, advancing the understanding of Texas' oil and natural gas industry. With over two decades of experience, Dr. Foreman specializes in global and domestic policy analysis, market forecasting, corporate strategy, and risk management.
Dr. Foreman holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Florida and has held leadership roles with prominent organizations, including ExxonMobil, Talisman Energy, Sasol, Saudi Aramco, and the American Petroleum Institute (API). His expertise has informed strategic decisions, legislative initiatives, and regulatory frameworks, shaping the energy industry at both national and global levels.