“From Cars to Stoves: How American Energy and Consumer Choice are Showing Up in U.S. Elections“

12:15 pm 

“It’s the economy, stupid,” might as well be, “It’s all about consumer choice.” And if recent federal and state elections are any indication, the way to build and rally coalitions is not by championing policies that undercut consumer freedoms and deliver less value for a family’s dollar. Where public awareness of energy and vehicle choice issues grows in prominence, better policy tends to follow. But awareness is the critical first step.

Ericka Perryman
Senior Director of Issue Communications,
AFPM 

The American Fuel and Petrochemical Manufacturers Association (AFPM) represents the U.S. energy downstream and midstream industries. They have helmed a major education campaign over the course of 2023 and 2024 to raise public awareness around key energy issues within the context of state and federal elections.

Moderator:
Teisha Black
Regulatory Manager,
SM Energy

Bryce Bird
Director
UDAQ

Christina Price
Deputy State Director, Lands & Minerals,
Bureau of Land Management

Mick Thomas
Director
Utah DOGM

Moderator:
Kristen Lingley
External Affairs & Government Relations Manager,
Koda Resources

David Murray
Director,
Ute Tribe Energy, Minerals and Department

Ryan Angus
Supervisory Petroleum Engineer
BLM Vernal Field Office

 

Whitney Womack
Landman
Finley Resources / Uinta Wax

Evening Reception and Dinner

5:15 pm – 7:30 pm      Redford Conference Center
Join us for great food, drinks and conversation at the Redford Conference Center. We hope you will take the opportunity to spend time networking with members and meeting industry friends during this fun evening. Appetizers, casual dinner and drinks with cash bar provided. Finish up with night skiing until 9 pm. 

Keynote Address

“Utah’s Role in the Energy Expansion“

12:30 pm – Join us for our lunch keynote featuring Frank Macchiarola, Chief Policy Officer at American Clean Power Association (ACP).  In this role, he leads the policy team developing a framework necessary to efficiently deploy the full suite of advanced clean energy technologies. With talk of an “energy transition” popular in many circles, where do oil and natural gas fit? Frank will discuss increasing electrification, the proliferation of data centers and AI, and will delve into how energy transition is really more of an energy expansion. 

3:00 pm     Remarks by U.S. Congressman Dr. Mike Kennedy

Congressman Kennedy has served in both the Utah House and Senate while maintaining his family medicine practice. He was sworn into the US House of Representatives in January 2025, where he is focused on restoring fiscal responsibility, securing America’s borders, and pushing back against federal overreach. 

Sponsorships

Event Sponsors Needed –  Your logo will be visibly displayed on all meeting marketing materials (tabletops, projection screens, and in promotional materials) on both Monday and Tuesday. Show your support of UPA and the state’s oil and gas industry.  We hope you will consider helping us with your generous contribution. Thank you!

Skiing/Snowboarding at Sundance

9 am to 9 pm 
Come enjoy the beautiful outback at Sundance Resort with fun for the skier or snowboarder. On Mondays, Sundance is open for night skiing until 9pm, so you can enjoy the full day.
Lift passes are available as follows:

Full-Day Pass……………………………. $140

Twilight Pass (2:30 – 9pm)…………… $106

Night Only (4:30 – 9pm)………………… $60

Equipment Rental is available on the day of for any equipment needs.

Ski Instruction is also available but needs to be prearranged. Contact Sundance if interested in private or group instruction HERE.

Other Activities at Sundance

For those that don’t want to ski and have family joining, there are a host of activities at Sundance. Enjoy a bit of shopping, spending time at the spa, take a creative class, visit the art exhibit and more (see below).

• ZipTour is one of the most exciting and scenic zip tours in the world, boasting over 3,870 feet of riding. Guests can ride side-by-side on the zip line’s double cables and control their speed, cruising over 65 miles per hour, or stopping mid-air to take in the views. More info HERE.
• Spend your day at the Sundance Spa for a massage, facial, manicure and more. Book an appointment HERE.
• Eating at the Tree Room, Foundry Grill, Lookout Cafe or other Sundance dining venues. See all the options HERE.
• Take a class making jewelry, glass blowing, printmaking, or creating soap, a journal, pottery or perfume. Register in advance for a class of your liking HERE.

Accommodations

We encourage you to book your rooms early. There are only a limited number of available rooms at Sundance, so please don’t delay. There are private cabins adjacent to the resort available on Air B&B should you wish to rent a full cabin. 

 

SUNDANCE LODGING

We encourage you to make your accommodations early, you can register online at the following link: SUNDANCE ACCOMMODATIONS. We are nearly sold out of our block, and if you are looking for specific days, please call Sundance Reservations at 1-800-892-1600. 

Alternative lodging is available in Orem or Midway, suggestions include those below, subject to availability – there is no room block:
Zermatt Utah Resort & Spa, 784 W Resort Dr, Midway, UT 84049 (26 min away – 18.6 miles)
La Quinta Inn & Suites, 1100 W 780 N, Orem, UT 84057 (21 min away – 13 miles)
Holiday Inn Express, 1268 S Main St, Heber City, UT 84032 (21 min away – 17 miles)

Exhibitor Information

The UPA Annual Meeting is an excellent opportunity to showcase your company’s products and services and to meet attendees. Vendor exhibits will be inside the foyer of the Redford Conference Center (see map for available spots). Space is limited.

Exhibit Hours: Monday, March 11 – 11:30 am – 1:30 pm (before & after lunch) and 4:30 to 7:30 pm (before & after reception). And Tuesday, March 12 after breakfast 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (end of meeting).

Setup/Tear Down: Setup on Monday morning at 10 to 11:30 am and tear down on Tuesday after meetings (approx. 4 pm).

Exhibit Space: Exhibit space is small so please adjust accordingly. Each exhibitor will be provided a 3’ skirted cocktail table and tall chair. Popup signage can be placed behind or to the side of the table.

What to Bring: As the space is small, we encourage you to limit what you bring to a table top displays and popup signage that can be placed behind or to the side if room allows. Exhibitors are responsible for any signage, easels, equipment, extension cords, etc. for their location. If you have special requirements for your display, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate.

Exhibitor Pricing: Exhibit price includes registration for 1 for both days, includes lunch, reception and conference. (Additional registrations at member/nonmember pricing).
Member Exhibit……………………………..$575
Non-Member Exhibit……………………….$775

**Please also register as an attendee for the Annual Meeting. You can indicate which meals you will require and if you have dietary restrictions. Please select the option “Exhibitor” and you will not be charged anything additional for your meeting registration as it is included with your exhibitor fees. Thank you!