E2B: Energy to Business
KEY POINTS: The Covid pandemic has forced energy companies to create more flexible work environments to appeal to a younger workforce and to stay competitive. The energy industry is making progress with diversifying its ranks of leadership and boards. The social aspect of ESG is expected to make a significant impact in 2023, especially on…
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Oil & Gas M&A Deal Activity & Outlook—Part 2
In the final installment of a two-part conversation about Oil & Gas M&A Deal Activity & Outlook on E2B, Steve Hendrickson, President of Ralph E. Davis Associates, an Opportune company, sits down with Dan Kohl and Daniel Rojo, Co-Heads & Managing Directors of Opportune Partners LLC, an independent investment banking and financial advisory affiliate of…
E2B: Energy to Business
Synergistic Solutions: Leveraging Expertise In The DFW Market
As a Houston-based company, Opportune LLP’s headquarters resides in one of the nation’s most important energy hubs. However, Opportune has expanded its presence in Texas to serve its clients beyond the “Energy Capital of the World”. One of these locations includes the booming Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) metroplex, a location rich with opportunity. So, how…
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Oil & Gas M&A Deal Activity & Outlook—Part 1
In the first episode of a two-part conversation on E2B, Steve Hendrickson, President of Ralph E. Davis Associates, an Opportune company, Dan Kohl, and Daniel Rojo, Co-Heads and Managing Directors of Opportune Partners LLC, an independent investment banking and financial advisory affiliate of Opportune, discuss how macroeconomic factors are impacting oil and gas M&A…
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The Consequences Of Rising Inflation & Crude Oil Prices
How have rising inflation and interest rates impacted the WTI crude oil market? Opportune’s Commodity Risk Advisory Director, Ryan Dusek sits down with E2Bs Daniel J. Litwin to cover the situation and discuss his recent article, The Feds Fight Against Inflation: Is WTI Crude Oil Recession Proof?
E2B: Energy to Business
E2B: Energy to Business: Why Threat of Rail Strike Heightened Supply Chain Issues
Freight rail is a critical mode of logistics and transportation for moving products throughout the supply chain. So, when the recent threat of a rail strike nearly derailed the supply chain and cost the U.S. economy upwards of $2 billion per day, national media attention rose sharply—and for good reason. To understand this unique…
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Reserve Engineering in the Era of Data Analytics
In the oil and gas industry, reserve engineering has emerged as a critical tool. Using data analysis and advanced models, it empowers companies to manage oil wells more effectively. This industry, steeped in time-honored traditions, is witnessing significant transformations driven by technology and evolving investment strategies. These radical shifts are causing the industry’s landscape…
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The Framework Series Advantage: The RED Marketing Edge Every Brand Needs
Marketing is evolving fast, and brands must adapt or risk being left behind. RED Marketing highlights the critical need for messaging that is relevant, easy to engage with, and distinct. These three factors set successful brands apart. A 2023 McKinsey study found that companies leading in customer experience achieved more than double the revenue growth…
The Framework Series Advantage: Strengthening Teams with Conversational Capacity
Effective team communication is important in today’s fast-paced business environment. In his book Conversational Capacity: The Secret to Building Successful Teams That Perform When the Pressure Is On, Craig Weber highlights the importance of balancing candor and curiosity in discussions. This approach helps teams navigate complex challenges, leading to stronger decision-making and improved organizational…
A DisruptED Series of Conversations with Marketing Thought Leader Ivonne Kinser, Author of THINK (Ep. 3)
In an era where marketing is constantly reinventing itself, staying ahead of the curve requires more than just keeping up with the latest technology—it demands a new way of thinking. With over 14,000 marketing tools available today, the landscape is more complex than ever. As AI accelerates change and traditional tactics lose their impact,…
DisruptED in the D with Chris Dargin Part 2
As the tech industry continues to reshape the globe and offer up unprecedented opportunities for innovation, entrepreneurship, and workforce disruption, it has also allowed some big towns the ability to see benefits. With Detroit rebuilding itself from economic downturns and industrial decline, the city is seeing a rise in tech-driven initiatives aimed at fostering…