Elevating Energy
by/ LE’ANN CALLIHAN
Each year, AAPL’s Annual Meeting and professional development land conference serves as a cornerstone event for our profession. It’s a place where landmen from across the country come together to learn, connect and strengthen the community that plays a pivotal role in the energy industry. I am excited to invite you to join us for the 72nd AAPL Annual Meeting, taking place June 24-26 at the beautiful Grand America Hotel in Salt Lake City, Utah.
This meeting is intentionally designed with one goal in mind: to provide meaningful education and unmatched networking opportunities that help land professionals grow their businesses, advance their careers and stay ahead in an ever-changing energy landscape.
Our 2026 educational program offers a well-rounded slate of sessions that speak directly to today’s challenges and tomorrow’s opportunities. Attendees will hear from industry leaders during a keynote session with Tim Latimer, CEO of Fervo Energy, gain insight from a Gas Markets Update, and explore timely issues during our AI Panel Discussion, Ethics Session and Day Rate Discussion. You also won’t want to miss our Landman’s Opportunities Panel Discussion, Uinta Basin Fireside Chat and additional updates from key industry partners, including the Western Energy Alliance.
These sessions aren’t just presentations — they are conversations. They’re opportunities to ask questions, share perspectives and return home with knowledge you can immediately apply in your day-to-day work.
Just as important as education is the chance to reconnect with colleagues and build new relationships. AAPL’s Annual Meeting offers numerous opportunities to do just that, beginning with our Welcome Reception, which includes a dedicated First-Time Attendee Reception. Events such as the Horizon Breakfast, Business Meeting and Awards Luncheon, Basin Bash Networking Event and our Friday breakfast create natural settings for meaningful conversations that often lead to long-lasting professional connections.
One highlight of this year’s conference is an optional Rio Tinto Kennecott field trip to the Bingham Canyon Mine, one of the largest man-made open-pit mines in the world. This immersive experience offers a unique look at a historic and fully integrated mining operation that has been producing copper and other minerals for more than 120 years. This is an unforgettable educational opportunity just outside Salt Lake City.
Beyond the conference itself, Salt Lake City offers something for everyone. Whether you’re traveling solo or bringing family along, the area is rich with activities, from museums and gardens to hiking trails, professional sports and world-class dining. Nearby attractions such as Temple Square, Red Butte Garden, Antelope Island State Park, Snowbird and Park City make it easy to turn your conference trip into a memorable experience for all ages.
Of course, the heart of the Annual Meeting is the people. The connections made in educational sessions, over breakfast or during networking events are what truly set this conference apart. It’s where ideas are exchanged, friendships are formed and the strength of the land community is on full display.
I encourage you to make plans now to attend and to register early. As a special incentive, the first 100 registered attendees will receive a free LANDMAN T-shirt. It’s our small way of saying thank you for committing early to this important gathering.
For full program details, travel information and registration, explore the Annual Meeting 2026 webpage. I look forward to welcoming you to Salt Lake City this June and to another outstanding AAPL Annual Meeting.
Let’s learn together, connect with purpose and continue moving our profession forward.