Energy 360 Panel: Careers, Innovation & Sustainability
Join SPE YP in collaboration with PES for Energy 360, an engaging and interactive panel designed for students, early‑career professionals! This fast‑paced session brings together industry experts who will break down how today’s energy systems work, how technology is transforming the field, and what the next generation of energy careers could look like.
Through real stories, practical insights, and audience Q&A, our panelists will explore:
🌍 Why Energy Still Matters
From oil and gas to wind and solar, learn how different energy sources fit together—and why a balanced approach is crucial as the world reduces emissions.
🤖 Innovation on the Front Lines
Hear how robots, sensors, and drones are making drilling safer, cleaner, and more efficient—plus the cutting‑edge technologies shaping tomorrow’s wells.
👩🎓 Career Journeys & Lessons Learned
Discover how each panelist found their path, what surprised them in their first job, and what skills truly matter beyond school.
🌱 Sustainability in Action
Get a behind‑the‑scenes look at how Alberta’s energy companies are lowering emissions, adopting cleaner practices, and partnering with communities.
💡 Student Insights
Whether you know your future career or you're still figuring it out, our panel will share practical tips on staying curious, gaining experience, and making confident decisions.
Date/Time
Thursday, February 5, 2026
Start Time: 4:30 PM MST
End Time: 6:30 PM MST
Location
University of Calgary | 2500 University Dr NW, Calgary, AB T2N 1N4
*This event will be in-person only, and will not be recorded.
Speaker Bios
Devra J. Hill-McCoy
Senior Analyst, Land Projects, Inter Pipeline Ltd.
Devra J. Hill-McCoy is a Senior Analyst, Land Projects at Inter Pipeline Ltd., where she helps manage land acquisitions and supports regulatory approvals for midstream energy projects across Alberta. With over ten years of experience in Land, she works closely with engineers, landowners, and government agencies to ensure projects meet all legal, regulatory and environmental standards. Devra holds an Interim Land Agent License and is working toward her Permanent License. She’s passionate about building strong relationships with communities and Indigenous partners, and she volunteers regularly to support local initiatives. Devra’s career path shows how land professionals play a key role in shaping sustainable energy development.
Brendan Mah
Past Chair, SPE Calgary Young Professionals & Senior Commercial Advisor, Suncor
As Past Chair of the Society of Petroleum Engineers, Calgary Section Young Professionals (SPE YP), Brendan led initiatives promoting education, professional development and a strong community and network for emerging professionals in the energy industry. What motivates him most is connecting with students and young professionals alike, who he knows will drive the future of our industry and society. He is also a Senior Commercial Advisor, developing commercial agreements, projects and solutions for Suncor’s upstream oilsands assets, including GHG reduction initiatives, brownfield growth, A&D and technology development. A native Calgarian, he’s grown with the city and is proud to call it his hometown. Brendan is a CFA® Charterholder, holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of Calgary and a P.Eng license with APEGA.
Arsalan Ansari
Drilling/ARO SME, Darcy Partners
Arsalan Ansari is a Drilling/ARO SME at Darcy Partners, where he supports global E&P companies in evaluating and adopting innovative technologies that enhance drilling performance, efficiency, and safety. With over a decade of industry experience, Arsalan has led the design and optimization of unconventional, horizontal, SAGD, and slot-recovery wells across Canada and the Middle East. Prior to Darcy, he held drilling engineering roles at Repsol, Cnergreen, and ADNOC, with a strong focus on improving ROP, reducing failure rates, and navigating complex formations including the Montney and Duvernay. He holds dual Master’s degrees in Petroleum Engineering and Data Analytics from the University of Toronto.
Amanda Calleberg
Chairwoman, SPE Calgary Young Professionals & Commercial Operations Advisor, Inter Pipeline Ltd.
Amanda Calleberg is the Chairwoman of the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) Calgary Young Professionals was a past Program Chair for the SPE International Management Technical Section. Amanda works as a Commercial Operations Advisor in the Facilities Infrastructure business unit at Inter Pipeline in Calgary, Canada. She has technical and commercial experience spanning the upstream and midstream oil and gas industry. She was previously chair of the governance committee for the board of the CanLearn Society for Persons with Learning Difficulties and is on her local government’s Calgary Salutes committee. She has an MBA specializing in Finance from Queen’s University, where she received the Dean’s gold medal for the highest GPA in her graduating class. She has a Chemical Engineering degree with a minor in Petroleum Engineering from the University of Calgary and a sustainability in energy credential from evaluate energy.
**Please Note
Pizza will be provided. Please be sure to include your dietary restrictions during the online registration process so we can do our best to accommodate.
Group Discount (10+ People)