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Know Before You Go: Lifetime Achievement Reception

We’re thrilled to welcome you to the Lifetime Achievement Reception. Here’s everything you need to know to make the most of your evening.

Event Details

  • Date: Thursday, September 18, 2025
  • Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM CDT
How to get there:  Access Interstate 610 at San Felipe 
Parking Map:  Parking is in the garage as you enter the facility.

Additional Notes: Dress Code is Business / Cocktail attire.

Media Release: By attending an ALLY Energy event, you are aware you may have your photo or video taken to use for publication and distribution.  Please click here for the media release.

 AGENDA
5:30 PM

Guest Arrival & Networking    

7:00 – 7:15 PM 

Champagne

7:15 PM  

Formal Program Starts

7:15 PM

Katie Mehnert, ALLY Energy

7:18 PM

Lorenzo Simonelli, CEO and Chairman of Baker Hughes

7:20 PM

Paul Grimes, CEO of Austrade

7:25 PM

Congressional Award Presentation, Peyton Archie, US Representative Wesley Hunt’s Office, Houston Council Member Willie Davis and Katie Mehnert 

7:30 PM

Acceptance -  Meg O’Neill, CEO of Woodside

7:40 PM

Closing Toast - Amanda McMillian, President and CEO, United Way Houston 

 7:45 - 9:00 PM   Reception & Networking
 

GENERAL FAQs

I lost my confirmation email.  How do I reconfirm my seats?

Please send us an email at ariel@allyenergy.com.

Will I be able to sit anywhere?

Seating for this event is open, allowing you to choose any available spot.

What if I have dietary restrictions? The menu was selected with a wide range of options in mind.