Register for Venezuela - Oil and Economic Impact

You're Invited! The Energy Reawakening: Can Venezuela Reclaim Its Place in the Global Supply Mix?

Just weeks after Nicolás Maduro's capture in January 2026 and with Acting President Delcy Rodríguez leading reforms (including contract reviews, expanded U.S. licenses for Chevron and others, and new investor incentives), Venezuela's oil output has stabilized around ~1 million barrels per day. U.S. officials project a strong 30–40% boost possible this year alone (adding 300–400k b/d), with even greater potential ahead—thanks to Venezuela's massive reserves (>300 billion barrels) and close ties to Gulf Coast refineries.

This could be a game-changer for global energy security, oil prices, and Houston's energy hub!

Join us for a lively conversation with top experts on recovery timelines, investment opportunities, geopolitical shifts, and what this means for the Western Hemisphere and beyond.

Our Panel Includes:
• Moderator: Aaron Stryk – Public and Government Affairs, U.S. Socioeconomic Team Lead at ExxonMobil
• Jose Pereira – Former CEO of CITGO Petroleum and industry consultant
• Dr. Francisco Rodríguez – Senior Research Fellow, Center for Economic and Policy Research; Faculty Affiliate, University of Denver
• Dr. Laura Gamboa – Assistant Professor of Democracy and Global Affairs, Keough School of Global Affairs, University of Notre Dame
• Ali Moshiri – CEO and President, Amos Global Energy; Former President, Chevron Africa and Latin America Exploration and Production

We'd love to see you there—industry leaders, investors, policymakers, students, and the Rice community are all welcome!

Register now !

This event will take place at the R-Room at the Rice University Football Stadium (6100 Main St. Houston, Texas 77005). We will begin with a networking reception from 5:00pm-6:00pm followed by a panel discussion from 6:00pm-7:00pm.

Members, enter your promo code below at the very bottom of the page to redeem your event credit(s).

Event Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Dz1Vs6BvpgHE2gng9

If you have questions about this event, contact:
Nick Fernandez - Nick.fernandez@fticonsulting.com 720-503-6691
Timothy Pearson - timothy.pearson@teaminc.com 832-875-3038

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