Venture Builder Energy Connect: Where Tech Pilots Take Off [The Woodlands]

​Venture Builder Energy Connect: Where Tech Pilots Take Off
December 11, 2025 | The Woodlands, Waterway Marriott

​Locations: We’re hosting two identical Venture Builder Connect events from which to choose.

• ​Thursday, Dec 11 – The Woodlands (this registration page)

• ​Tuesday, Dec 9 – Memorial City (click to switch)

​This registration page is for The Woodlands event on Thursday, December 11th. If you’d prefer to attend Memorial City on Tuesday, December 9th, click here to switch.

​Overview

​We’re kicking off Venture Builder Energy Connect with a keynote from Spencer Viernes, former PayPal exec and CEO of E3 Platforms, on data center energy trends and challenges—and what reliable power and scalable infrastructure mean for operational performance in oil & gas.

​After the keynote, dive into a curated afternoon of targeted meetings connecting Venture Builder Energy Accelerator Batch 2 startups with energy leaders to explore pilot partnerships and deployment opportunities.

​Each session follows the same high-impact format as our September event, which facilitated hundreds of one-on-one meetings—several now moving into pilot planning. Share your areas of interest on the registration form and we’ll customize your meeting schedule to align with your innovation and business priorities.

​Session: 1:00–4:00 PM
Afterward: Networking Happy Hour 4:00—6:00 PM

​What to Expect

• ​Keynote: Data Center Energy Trends & Challenges with Spencer Viernes (E3 Platforms)—how integrated power and digital infrastructure can unlock efficiency and resilience in O&G operations.

• ​Startup Spotlights: Founders tackling O&G’s toughest challenges—from AI solutions, predictive maintenance, water purification, IIoT, operational efficiency and asset optimization to emissions reduction and field automation.

• ​Curated Matchmaking: 1:1 and small-group meetings aligned to your operational focus and technology needs.

• ​Collaborative Conversations: Explore fit, pilot potential, and ROI with startups ready to deploy in real-world field environments.

• ​Networking Happy Hour: Wrap up with informal connections among peers and innovators.

​Both events feature identical formats and lineups — simply choose the date and location that best fits your schedule. The exact address will be shared with guests after you register.

​Who Should Attend

​This invite-only event is designed for:

• ​R&D and Technology Development Leaders evaluating new tools and platforms

• ​Operations and Production Teams focused on uptime, efficiency, and safety

• ​HSE and Sustainability Managers seeking low-emission, high-impact solutions

• ​Digital Transformation, IT, and Data Analytics Leaders exploring AI, analytics, and digital twins

• ​Supply Chain, Maintenance, and Reliability Professionals driving cost and risk reduction

​Why Attend

• ​Engage directly with startups vetted through the NOV Supernova Energy Accelerator — each focused on field-proven solutions.

• ​Discover emerging technologies that improve production, reliability, and sustainability performance.

• ​Identify pilot-ready opportunities with clear ROI and operational value.

• ​Build relationships that accelerate innovation pipelines and real deployment in O&G operations.

​Curated. Focused. Impactful.
Venture Builder Connect — Where Oil & Gas Pilots Take Off.

​RSVP

​Attendance is free and by invitation only. However, you may share with a colleague or more appropriate team member if desired. We will review their registration and qualify them per our normal procedures.

​Please RSVP and complete the registration questions included in the invitation.

​For questions, contact Joel Carter with Venture Builder at [email protected].