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We are incredibly grateful for the overwhelming support that made this year’s Permian Basin BBQ Cook-Off powered by Upright Digital such a success.   A special thank you to our presenting sponsors Merit Advisors, LLC and Target Hospitality, your continued partnership and support are what make this event possible.   To every cook team that brought their best to Midland, thank you for your time, effort, and spirit of competition. More than 100 teams from across the oil and gas industry joined us this year, creating an atmosphere that captures the heart of West Texas.   To the many energy companies, investors, service providers, and friends who traveled from across the country to be part of it, we appreciate your enthusiasm and commitment to strengthening relationships within our industry.   To our sponsors, partners, and contributors, thank you for helping us celebrate a region we deeply love. The city of Midland and the greater West Texas community embody the values of hard work, hospitality, and innovation that make this event and industry so special.   The Permian Basin BBQ has become more than an event. It is a celebration of connection, purpose, and progress across the energy community. We are already looking forward to seeing everyone again next year.   Until then, thank you for continuing to support Daniel Energy Partners and for helping us highlight the best of the Permian Basin.   #PermianBasin #BBQCookOff #MidlandTX #WestTexas #EnergyCommunity #DanielEnergyPartners #MeritAdvisors #TargetLogistics #UprightDigital

The smoke is about to rise in Midland.   Next week, the Daniel Energy Partners Permian Basin BBQ Cook-Off powered by Upright Digital returns to Midland Texas, bringing together the energy community for two days of incredible food, connection, and competition.   It’s not just the brisket or the music. It’s the incredible companies and people who make it all happen.   We’re grateful for every sponsor, cooking team, and hospitality team that has helped bring the 2025 event to life.   Special thanks to our Presenting Sponsors: Merit Advisors, LLC and Target Hospitality   Sponsors: https://lnkd.in/gkK4jbeb   Cook & Hospitality teams: https://lnkd.in/gc478RaK   Your support turns a great event into a lasting celebration of the energy community. #PermianBasin #EnergyCommunity #DanielEnergyPartners #EnergyEvents #PermianBBQ   John Daniel Sean W. Mitchell Bill Austin Bob Stanton Blake McLean Cheryl Stanko Courtney Mitchell Mark R. Immekus Payton Holcomb Josh Lowrey Andy McDowell Colby Sasso Joshua Jayne Geoff Jay Jeff Bellman Genaro Cibrián Kansas City Barbeque Society

In-Basin Observations Podcast – Episode 55: Dennis Jol, CEO of AIQ In our latest episode, Bill Austin, John Daniel, and Josh Lowrey sit down with Dennis Jol, CEO of AIQ, the joint venture between ADNOC Group / Presight a G42 company.  The discussion explores how AIQ is transforming field operations through data-driven innovation and scaling intelligent workflows across ADNOC’s assets. Dennis also provides insight into how the region is positioning itself as a hub for energy technology ahead of ADIPEC Exhibition and Conference 2025, where AIQ will co-host the AI Pavilion and will be the Title Sponsor of the Global Energy Soiree. Listen to the episode here and let us know what you think: https://lnkd.in/gRKixdEz #EnergyInnovation #InBasinObservations Daniel Energy Partners

The Daniel Energy Partners Permian Basin BBQ Cook-Off, Powered by Upright Digital, returns November 11-12, 2025. This isn't your typical industry gathering. It's where serious business happens over world-class barbecue, and where competition drives real community impact.   A special thank you to our presenting sponsors: Merit Advisors, LLC and Target Hospitality are the driving force behind this year's event. Their partnership transforms vision into reality and reinforces our shared commitment to fostering genuine connection and community impact across the energy sector. We're honored to have their support. This is where partnerships deepen, opportunities emerge, and the industry comes together for something bigger than business.    What to expect: Elite competition – Corporate teams battle across four categories (wild game, cocktail, ribs, and brisket) judged to KCBS standards, with a Fan Favorite voted by attendees $150,000+ charitable impact – Supporting organizations that strengthen the Permian Basin community Strategic access – Two days of direct engagement with executives and industry leaders in an environment designed for authentic connection Exclusive atmosphere – A curated gathering of DEP clients and sponsors where meaningful relationships are built Powered by innovation – Upright Digital brings cutting-edge event technology and seamless execution to every aspect of the experience Are you a DEP client or sponsor planning to attend? We'd love to hear from you in the comments. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gyBtWVPN #PermianBasin #EnergyNetworking #OilAndGas #MeritAdvisors #TargetHospitality #UprightDigital #CommunityImpact #BBQCookOff John Daniel Josh Lowrey Sean W. Mitchell Bill Austin Andy McDowell Cheryl Stanko Courtney Mitchell Mark R. Immekus Payton Holcomb Bob Stanton Blake McLean Joshua Jayne Geoff Jay Kevin Courser Genaro Cibrián

We are just weeks away from heading to Midland for the Daniel Energy Partners Permian Basin BBQ Cook-Off, powered by Upright Digital. Perfect fall weather, outstanding barbecue, and the kind of conversations you only get when the industry shows up in one place. This is not just a cook-off. It is where E&P executives, service leaders, and investors gather to catch up, trade notes, and strengthen the relationships that drive the Permian forward. Over the years, this event has become a true Permian tradition, equal parts competition and community, and it is rewarding to see how much business gets done around these pits. Due to overwhelming demand, the sponsorship window is now closed, a reflection of the support and enthusiasm from across the industry. Thank you to everyone who makes this possible: our sponsors, cook teams, and the hundreds of attendees who bring the energy every year. Watch the video to see why the Permian Basin BBQ Cook-Off is one of the most anticipated stops on the energy calendar. www.danielep.com/bbq #PermianBBQ #EnergyNetworking #OilGas #PermianBasin

This week, Daniel Energy Partners hosted our Pebble Beach Executive Series, bringing together senior leaders from across the energy sector for a memorable few days of discussion and connection. A sincere thank you to our sponsors — Piper Sandler, Merit Advisors, LLC, Caterpillar Inc., Preng & Associates, Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP, and David de Roode Lockton — whose support makes this forum possible. We are also grateful to the executives and panelists who shared their perspectives, including leaders from bp, ConocoPhillips, Chevron, Phillips 66, Diamondback Energy, Devon Energy, Coterra Energy, Expand Energy, EnCap Investments L.P., and Baker Hughes, among others. Their insights helped frame the opportunities and challenges shaping our industry today. We are proud to create settings where E&P executives, OFS leaders, investors, and advisors can engage directly and leave with fresh perspectives. Looking forward to carrying this momentum into the rest of the year (BBQ!)

In Basin Observations is back with two new episodes in two weeks. Ep. 51: Raymond James’ John Freeman We go deep into the Permian Basin with the architect of RJ’s Midland and Delaware Basin models. What’s driving productivity? Where are the cost pressures? And how are Operators thinking about growth versus capital returns? Ep. 52: Barclays’ Dave Anderson Distributed power, AI-driven demand, and the reshaping of power infrastructure. This episode is about more than traditional OFS, it’s about what comes next for energy resilience and investment. If you care about capital flows, energy macro, and what operators are actually doing, these are must-listens. All episodes here: https://lnkd.in/gRKixdEz #energy #shale #permian #oilfieldservices #distributedpower #podcast

Please save the date for the next two years of the THRIVE Energy Conference, hosted at Daikin Park in Houston, TX.   For 2026, the conference will take place February 24–26 due to venue availability related to the World Baseball Classic. In 2027, we will return to our preferred post-earnings window of March 2–4, which has historically worked well for executive calendars.   As always, THRIVE is an invite-only event with limited capacity, focused on senior-level engagement, timely industry insights, and meaningful networking across the energy value chain.   We're rapidly approaching DEP Permian Basin BBQ, scheduled for November 11-12, 2025, in Midland—one of the industry’s most unique and well-attended gatherings.   Please reach out if you have any questions or are interested in participating. We look forward to seeing you there. https://lnkd.in/gRXBpZQv John Daniel Sean W. Mitchell Cheryl Stanko Mark R. Immekus Bill Austin Bob Stanton Blake McLean Joshua Jayne Josh Lowrey Geoff Jay Payton Holcomb

This week, Daniel Energy Partners heads to the mountains for our annual Deer Valley Executive Series, June 25–27. We’re looking forward to welcoming 200 senior energy executives for three days of informal discussions, relationship building, and strategic perspective in a setting that encourages real dialogue. A special thank you to our event sponsors: Raymond James, Gibson Dunn, Opportune, Preng & Associates, David de Roode, Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP, and Merit Advisors, LLC — your support helps make gatherings like this possible. As always, we’ll bring back key takeaways to share with the broader DEP network in the weeks ahead. John Daniel Sean W. Mitchell Geoff Jay Bob Stanton Blake McLean Joshua Jayne Herbert Bill Cheryl Stanko Courtney Mitchell Bill Austin Josh Sherman Hillary Holmes Will Hodge Stephen Preng Jeff Davis Tony Kroschewsky Marshall Adkins Michael Piazza