Join fellow oil and gas producers, royalty owners, and industry partners for the 97th PPROA Annual Convention & Golf Tournament, September 16–18, 2026, in Amarillo, Texas. Network with industry leaders, hear from keynote speaker Robert Grace, visit with exhibitors, enjoy the Wildcatter Party at The Barfield, and tee off at the annual golf tournament at Ross Rogers Golf Course.
Convention Venue & Hotels
Embassy Suites by Hilton Amarillo Downtown
550 S Buchanan St, Amarillo, TX 79101
Booking Information
Group Code: 2026 Pproa
Rate: $150 per night
BOOK HOTEL HERE
The Barfield Hotel
600 S Polk St, Amarillo, TX 79101
Booking Information
Group Code: 2026 Pproa
Rate: $286 per night
BOOK HOTEL HERE
Agenda
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Welcome Reception | Embassy Suites Ballroom
Join us the evening before the convention for an informal welcome reception, where you can meet sponsors and vendors and explore available deals.
Annual Convention | Embassy Suites
7:00 AM: Registration Open | Ballroom
7:00 AM: Breakfast Burrito Bar | Ballroom
8:15 AM: Welcome & Opening Remarks
8:30 AM – 3:30 PM: Convention Speakers & Sessions
MORNING SESSIONS
A Perspective on the Modern VP of Land
Ben Carter, HC Energy Partners, LP
Legal Update
Matt Sherwood, McCarn, Weir & Sherwood P.C.
High Stakes Cases: Texas Supreme Court Case 2026
David Mullin, Mullin Howard & Brown, LLP
High Stakes Cases: Oil & Gas Legal Update
Wolf Puckett, Mullin Howard & Brown, LLP
High Stakes Cases: Wildfire/Oil & Gas Legal Update
Ashley Hamilton, Mullin Howard & Brown, LLP
OxiFlo™ Stabilized Chlorine Dioxide Treatments for EOR-Remediations in Unconventional Reservoirs
Enrique Proano, VP Cudd WMS
Enhancing Industry Security Through Communication: DPS CID Overview & Key Points of Contact
Captain Adam St. Clair
Region Chief Corey Lain
Austin Update
Travis McCormick, PPROA Governmental Affairs, Representative/Legislative Consultant
Lunch & Keynote Speaker:
Sometimes it is the Little Things
Robert “Bob” Grace, GSM Oilfield Services Inc.
AFTERNOON SESSIONS
RRC Commissioner Republican Candidate
Bo French
Powering the AI Boom: What Data Centers Mean for Natural Gas, Landowners & the Texas Panhandle
Paul Charles, Charles & Associates, LLC
Monetizing Produced Water from Oil and Gas Operations
Jonathan R. Grammer, Grammer Land & Exploration Corp.
State Legislative & Energy Update
Senator Charles Perry, District 28, Texas Senate
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Wildcatter Party | The Barfield, Downtown Amarillo
Celebrate in style at one of Amarillo’s most iconic venues!
Explore the legendary speakeasy tucked behind a hidden door – straight from the 1920’s or relax on the rooftop patio. Enjoy the last few hours of the convention with fellow industry folks in the elegant hotel.
- Additional tickets may be purchased for guests not attending the convention. $125/Person or $200/Couple
Golf Tournament | Ross Rogers Golf Course
9:00 AM: Golf Tournament | Shotgun Start
Lunch and prizes to follow
Lunch Sponsored by: CP Energy
Registration
Sponsorship Levels
Sponsorships must be received by September 5, 2026, to be included in all printed materials.
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Gusher $5,000
Includes 8 Full Convention Registrations, a reserved table for 8 at the Convention, and Company Recognition on event signage and in all convention materials.
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Black Gold $2,500
Includes 4 Full Convention Registrations, a reserved half table for 4 at the Convention, and Company Recognition on event signage and in all convention materials.
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Gold $1,500
Includes 2 Full Convention Registrations, reserved seating for 2 at the Convention, and Company Recognition on event signage and in all convention materials.
Convention Sponsorships
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Welcome Reception Sponsor $3,000
Includes 4 Full Convention Registrations, reserved seating for 4 at the Convention, and Company Recognition on event signage and in all convention materials.
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Breakfast Sponsor $3,000
Includes 4 Full Convention Registrations, reserved seating for 4 at the Convention, and Company Recognition on event signage and in all convention materials.
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Wildcatter Party Sponsor $3,000
Includes 4 Full Convention Registrations, reserved seating for 4 at the Convention, and Company Recognition on event signage and in all convention materials.
Golf Tournament
Ross Rogers Golf Course
722 NW 24th Ave, Amarillo, TX 79107
Friday, September 18, 2026
9 AM Shotgun Start
Entry fee includes BBQ lunch, beer, tournament prizes, and door prizes
Lunch Sponsored by: 
Golf Registration
Golf Tournament: No refunds after September 8, 2026
Golf Sponsorships
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Golf Cart Sponsor $5,000 or $2,500/Split
Golf Team Registration (4) & Company logo displayed on golf carts (Split sponsorship receives 2 Individual Golf Registrations)
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Golf Sponsor $2,500
Golf Team Registrations (4) & Banner recognition at the course
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Beer Hole Sponsor $500
Bring your swag, refreshments, and snacks to share on the course
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Golf Hole Sponsor $150
Company logo displayed at the hole
PLEASE JOIN
Judy and Richard Beyea
Gib Brown
Carson Buckles
RJ Cree
Cap Gillman
Travis McCormick
Rob McGarraugh
Scott Peeples
Tyler Rufenacht
FOR AN AMARILLO RECEPTION HONORING
RAILROAD COMMISSION CANDIDATE
BO FRENCH
For additional information or to RSVP to this event, please contact Jennifer Samford at jsamford@pproa.org.
Questions about the campaign? Contact please contact Dayton Wright at daytonwright02@gmail.com.
Personal and PAC checks are welcome. Corporate contributions are prohibited by state law. Contributions are not deductible for federal income tax purposes. State law requires certain officeholders to use best efforts to collect and report the full name, mailing address, occupation and employer of individuals whose contributions equal or exceed $500 in reporting period.
as of 8.10.26
Questions?
For more information, contact Jennifer at jsamford@pproa.org or 806-352-5637
