Executive Dialogue

The OTC Executive Dialogue Series is a premier, invitation-driven forum at the Offshore Technology Conference that convenes C-suite executives, senior industry leaders, and U.S. government officials for candid, high-level discussions on the future of offshore energy. These peer-to-peer conversations provide direct insight into the policies, technologies, and strategies shaping the global energy landscape.

Designed to foster open exchange in a collaborative setting, the series addresses the most critical shifts impacting the industry—from digital transformation and breakthrough technologies to corporate evolution, regulatory priorities, and post-pandemic strategies. Participants gain practical, real-world perspectives from those leading change across both industry and government.

Join the OTC 2026 Executive Dialogue Series to engage with industry and government leaders driving innovation, policy, and progress across offshore energy.

The Executive Dialogue session will feature a forward-looking and candid conversation led by the Acting Directors of the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) and the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM). Together, they will explore the impactful steps taken over the past year to strengthen U.S. energy dominance, highlighting regulatory streamlining, offshore safety enhancements, and expanded access to American energy and mineral resources. The session will also chart the course ahead, offering insights into upcoming policy priorities, technological integration, and collaborative strategies designed to ensure continued energy leadership. Attendees can expect a transparent and strategic discussion that sets the tone for the offshore energy sector’s next chapter.