PURSUING GREATNESS 2026
Join us on March 26th, 2026
We’re returning in 2026 to celebrate the women redefining leadership, breaking barriers, and building what’s next. This year’s event will spotlight bold ideas, fearless innovation, and the real stories behind modern success. It’s about thriving in all areas of life—professionally and personally—while advancing in leadership roles and redefining success on their own terms.
Through powerful panels, thought-provoking discussions, and partnership with 50/50 Women on Boards, we’ll explore the stories, strategies, and solutions that empower women to lead boldly, innovate fearlessly, and create lasting impact in the energy industry.
Through powerful panels, thought-provoking discussions, and partnership with 50/50 Women on Boards, we’ll explore the stories, strategies, and solutions that empower women to lead boldly, innovate fearlessly, and create lasting impact in the energy industry.
“Your career accelerates the moment you stop preparing to be ready and start acting like you already belong.”
-Flipping The Barrel
-Flipping The Barrel
Meet the guest speakers!
- Beth Murphy
Managing Director at KPMG US
Beth Murphy is a Managing Director and Sales Leader for Energy and Industrial Manufacturing at KPMG. She leads growth initiatives across energy and industrial sectors and is known for her results-driven, people-focused leadership.
Sarah Magruder
President & CEO at Savvy Oil & Gas Consulting
Sarah Magruder is the Founder and CEO of Savvy with more than 24 years of experience in the oil and gas industry. She is recognized for her entrepreneurial leadership and relationship-driven approach to consulting.
Mari Salazar
SVP & Director, Energy Banking at BOK
Mari Salazar is Senior Vice President and Director of Energy Banking at BOK Financial, with more than 22 years of experience in energy finance. She holds a BBA in Economics and an MBA in Finance from the University of St. Thomas and has been recognized by Oil & Gas Investor and the Houston Business Journal.
- Ellen M. Conley
Partner and Co-Chair of Energy Finance Practice Group at Haynes Boone
Ellen Conley is a partner at Haynes Boone in Houston and co-chair of the firm’s Energy Finance Practice. She advises banks and energy companies on financing and M&A transactions and has been recognized as a Top Forty Under 40 by Oil & Gas Investor.
MOLLY SMITH
Senior VP & CTO
at Murphy Exploration & Production Company
Molly Smith is Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer at Murphy Exploration & Production Company, with more than 20 years of experience in upstream operations and digital transformation. She has led major technology initiatives across U.S. onshore assets and was recognized as a Hart Energy Oil & Gas Investor Forty Under 40 honoree.
MONI COLLINS
Senior Managing Director at Bank OZK
Moni Collins is Senior Managing Director in the Natural Resources Group at Bank OZK, with more than 20 years of experience in energy finance. She was named a 2025 Influential Women in Energy honoree and is a strong advocate for advancing women in the industry.
- sara willis
VP and Wealth Advisor at Bernstein Private Wealth Management
Sara DeJay Willis is a Vice President and Wealth Advisor at Bernstein Private Wealth Management in Houston, advising high-net-worth families, business owners, and nonprofits on customized investment and financial planning strategies. With a background spanning corporate insurance, public service, and advocacy for board diversity, she is a recognized leader in Houston’s professional and nonprofit communities.
Janette Marx
CEO
at Employbridge
Janette Marx is CEO of Employbridge, the largest industrial workforce solutions company in the United States, and a recognized leader in executive and workforce development. A board member of NYSE-listed Navigator Gas, she is widely honored for her leadership, philanthropy, and impact on the global staffing industry.
Katherine Hargis
Senior VP, CAo and General Counsel AT Key Energy Services
Katherine Hargis is Senior Vice President, Chief Administrative Officer, and General Counsel of Key Energy Services, bringing over 15 years of experience advising boards and executive teams through transformation, growth, and complex change. A respected industry leader, she is known for championing ethical leadership, inclusive decision-making, and strong organizational cultures.
- Rachel Reese
Founder, CEO & Executive Partner at R. Reese & Associates
Rachel Reese is the Founder, CEO & Executive Partner of R. Reese & Associates, bringing deep experience in energy law from her time as a litigator and Senior Counsel at SilverBow Resources. She is recognized for modernizing legal support for energy companies through an innovative, relationship-driven outsourced legal model.
Jeannie Powers
Board Director, Gulfport Energy & Head of BD, BPX Energy
Jeannie Powers serves on the Gulfport Energy Board and chairs its NSEG Committee, and is Head of Business Development at BPX Energy. She previously led Upstream North America at EIG and held leadership roles at Wells Fargo Securities. She began her career at Chevron and holds a petroleum engineering degree from UT Austin and an MBA from Texas Tech.
Renee Lebas
Senior Vp AT
NexTier Completion Solutions
NexTier Completion Solutions
Renee LeBas, P.E., is a Senior Vice President at NexTier with extensive experience leading large-scale operations and next-generation technology deployment in the energy sector. She is recognized for aligning strategy with execution and building high-performing teams across complex, asset-intensive organizations.
- Mahalia S. Doughty
Partner AT Sidley Austin LLP
Mahalia Doughty is a finance partner at Sidley in Houston, advising on private equity, energy finance, and debt restructurings. She counsels clients on complex acquisition and reserve-based lending deals. Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch 2026, she is a Cornell Law graduate.
MYRTLE JONES
Senior VP of Tax at
Superior Energy Services
Superior Energy Services
Myrtle Jones is Senior Vice President of Tax at Superior Energy, where she leads global tax strategy and compliance. She previously held senior tax leadership roles at Halliburton, Service Corporation International, and GlobalSantaFe, and serves on the board of Synagro Technologies. She is also an active supporter of community engagement and employee resource groups.
Schedule
9:30 AM
EARLY REGISTRATION
10:00-11:00 AM
REGISTRATION & NETWORKING
11:00 - 11:15 am
EVENT OPENING
11:15 AM- 12:30
PANEL 1: Leading Without Losing Yourself: Mental Strength, Boundaries & Sustainable Success
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12:30 PM-12:45 pm
BREAK
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12:30 pM-1:30PM
Panel 2: You Belong on a Board: Positioning, Visibility & Pathways to the Boardroom
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1:30pm-1:45pm
BREAK
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1:45 pm-2:45pm
PANEL 3: The Power of Connection: How Women Network, Support, and Share for Success
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3:00 pm
Closing Remarks from Flipping the Barrel
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Location
Lakeside Country Club
100 Wilcrest Dr, Houston
TX 77042-1099
Parking available onsite.
100 Wilcrest Dr, Houston
TX 77042-1099
Parking available onsite.