This past weekend about 120 WSO monkeys descended upon Houston, Texas for the 2012 Energy Rodeo, an event characterized by much fun had, knowledge gained, and contacts made by all. The monkeys came by car, by plane, and by bus, but no private choppers (at least not yet…maybe by Energy Rodeo 2025?).
Many of the speakers at the event were sales and trading focused, and numerous questions were answered about the energy industry, either in panels or in one-on-one discussions. Though a lot of us were tired having gone out the night before, the professional guests kept us all riveted, especially the final speaker of the day, who talked about how his trading career with Salomon Brothers helped him become a successful entrepreneur. It was a life story that, dare I say it, might even give our very own Eddie Braverman a run for his money!
As always, it was also great to meet some of the fellow users and finally put faces to screen-names. A big round of applause and a whole clutch of silver bananas go out to monty09 for putting it all together. I think I speak for all of us when I say that Energy Rodeo 2012 was a resounding success.
The most valuable thing I gained was an appreciation for what this industry is all about. I echo what Midas wrote following his experience at the first Energy Rodeo 2011: a lot of times, the most important thing to do is reach out your hand and say hi. It is truly encouraging to see working professionals both young ad old take the time to share information, share their stories, and share their wisdom. Monty himself, I may add, is also a prime example.
As the simian community here continues to grow and evolve, I know that a lot us will be up there to join them. I hope those in attendance will bear that generous spirit in mind, whether you plan to attend WSO Conference in July or some event in the future.
I for one, definitely will. Thanks again monty, for such a rewarding experience!
Wow....... I wish I would have come... sounded like it was great. I am going to really try to come up to the conference in NYC, but I cannot guarentee it since I may be San Fran.
Same for me.. I will definitely be attending next year.
Anyone care to cover any job/recruiting advice that they offered? Best locations for energy sales/trading hires, etc?
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all has been beaten to death on the boards... search is your friend
thanks everyone for coming
Awesome event and I'll be coming again. Thanks Monty for putting it on.
I hate missing such great events.... God dammnit lol.....
WSO Conference in July....more details coming soon. A few earlybird tix left (see my signature) before price jumps.
even though I was in Houston for less than 24 hours, the rodeo just like last year was great. Props to Monty on the final speaker, I think he blew everyone away.
Props to Monty for putting on a great show. Houston was a fun destination as well - It was great meeting some WSO members and putting faces with names.
Shit. Now I'm curious about this final speaker. Please share
Good God's balls, those WSO July tix are expensive.
For a conference in NYC? are you insane? :-) it is DIRT cheap (for now).
Once we announce the venue, tix prices will bump.
Damn.. sounds like a great time. I PM'd you Monty, but I had miss the event to be in Ft. Worth this weekend.
I've always wanted to go out partying in Houston too lol, hopefully I find myself there some day.
Props to Monty for the event.The first and final speaker was definitely awesome. Had an awesome time before and after the conference with other WSO members as well!
I wish I could have been there... I really missed out this time.
What is the timeframe for it, Patrick? Does it span a weekend, or a day-long, or what?
1 day long
Not the Rodeo, the July WSO conference.
again... 1 day long
Got it, sorry for confusion.
WSO Conference should be a blast. Patrick, any word back yet fron the Rainbow Room? Or should we settle for Madison Square Garden? ;)
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