July 7, 2026

Natural Gas in the Age of AI: What Leaders Must Know


Virtual, Instructor Led

Event Details

As artificial intelligence rapidly reshapes the energy industry, many leaders lack a clear, practical understanding of how AI impacts operations, workforce design, and training. Conversations are often filled with hype or uncertainty, leaving organizations unsure how to move forward. 

Without a grounded approach, organizations risk falling behind in efficiency, misaligning workforce skills, and missing opportunities to improve performance. Teams may struggle with low data literacy, resistance to change, and unclear direction—leading to slower adoption and reduced competitive advantage. 

This session cuts through the noise to provide a clear, real-world view of AI’s impact on natural gas operations and workforce development. It focuses on practical applications, helping leaders understand where AI adds value, how automation changes work, and what steps are needed to prepare their teams. 

Participants will be able to identify AI opportunities within their operations, assess workforce readiness, and take actionable steps to improve data literacy and team capability. They will leave with a practical plan to lead their organizations through AI-driven change with clarity and confidence. 

Who Should Attend 

  • Supervisors, managers, and operations leaders  
  • HR and Learning & Development professionals  
  • Digital transformation and process improvement leaders  
  • Anyone responsible for workforce readiness, training, or operational performance  
  • Leaders looking to understand and apply AI in a practical, actionable way  

What You Will Gain 

  • A clear understanding of how AI and automation impact natural gas operations  
  • The ability to identify practical use cases for AI in operations and training  
  • Insight into workforce implications, including job design and skill shifts  
  • Tools to assess and improve team data literacy  
  • A practical framework for preparing teams for AI-driven change  
  • Increased confidence in leading digital and process transformation initiatives 

Attendees will receive 1 Professional Development Hour (PDH) upon completion.

Meet the Instructor

Lisa Ryan, CSP, MBA


Lisa Ryan, CSP, MBA, helps manufacturing, construction, and skilled trades leaders build workplaces where people choose to stay. As a former welding industry sales rep turned workplace culture strategist, Lisa blends front-line experience with practical insights that resonate with supervisors, managers, and executives alike. Her programs are known for their straight talk, real stories, and tools that actually get used. Through keynotes, workshops, and consulting, she equips leaders to strengthen connection, communication, and long-term workforce stability. Learn more at https://lisaryanspeaks.com/

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When

From 07-07-2026 12:00 pm CST until 07-07-2026 1:00 pm CST


Where

Virtual


Registration Information
SGA Training Subscription FREE
Advance Partners FREE
All-Access Pass FREE
Member $295
Non-Member $495

3% fee applied if paying by a credit card. This event follows SGA Cancellation Policy "C".

SGA's Training Policy on Meeting Assistants & Group Participation

Who can attend?

Have any questions? Contact us. memberservices@sganaturalgas.org