Minerals & NonOp Hub

Thursday, February 6

About the Hub

Explore the dynamic world of minerals and nonoperated interests at the NAPE Summit. Our dedicated Hub is a melting pot of knowledge, expertise and opportunities in the energy sector. Whether you're a seasoned industry professional or just starting out, this Hub is your gateway to understanding and maximizing your involvement in minerals and nonop ventures.

What to Expect

• Expert Insights: Gain valuable insights from industry experts and thought leaders who will share their experiences, strategies and success stories.
• Networking: Connect with fellow professionals, investors and decision-makers to build lasting relationships and explore collaborative opportunities.
• Latest Trends: Stay up to date with the latest trends, technologies and market developments in the minerals and nonoperated sector.
• Deal Flow: Discover potential investments, acquisitions and partnerships that can propel your business to new heights.

Continuing Education Credits
This year's speaker sessions have been approved by the American Association of Professional Landmen for up to 1.5 continuing education credits.

Thank you to our 2025 Minerals & NonOp Hub Education Sponsor!

Minerals & NonOp Hub Schedule

3:30-3:50 p.m.
Non-Operated A&D Market Review: AFE Transaction Insights
James Magee | CEO, NonOpWells, Inc.
Russ McGowan | Co-Founder, NonOpWells, Inc.

This talk will delve into the intricacies of A&D within the wellbore-only NonOp space. Our speakers will explore the latest trends, insights, and best practices related to the growing non-op AFE transaction market.

3:50-4:10 p.m.
Financing PDP, AFEs and Back-to-Back PSA Flips
Baird Harper | SVP Energy Banking Division Manager, First Liberty Bank

This session discusses the approach First Liberty Bank (Oklahoma City-based bank located in OKC, Norman and Frisco, Texas) takes to finance small to mid-size oil and gas companies in their target areas — in particular, focusing on upstream/production lending, including horizontal and vertical operators, nonoperated working interest investors (existing production and AFE financing) and mineral and royalty acquisitions.

4:10-4:30 p.m.
Harnessing AI in Mineral Rights: Smarter Decisions, Fewer Risks
Ashley Gilmore | CEO, Tracts

Discover how AI is reshaping mineral rights and non-op management. In this talk, Ashley will share how AI can streamline complex operations, drive smarter, faster decisions, and give your team a powerful edge in today’s high-stakes industry. He’ll also address a critical challenge: AI “hallucinations”— unexpected data errors that can undermine data integrity and create business risks. Learn why these issues happen, how they can impact outcomes, and practical ways to prevent them. Walk away with strategies to harness AI’s full potential for reliable, actionable insights that drive sustainable growth and success.

4:30-5:30 p.m.
Cocktail Floor Reception