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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Learning Essentials for Multilingual Learners
My Journey Becoming a Multilingual Teacher – And How it Can Help Your Teaching Outcomes Before becoming an ESL teacher, I taught mainstream education – from preschool age to college level. I was lucky to teach Social Studies, Language Arts, Math, Reading, and Science. I taught at the elementary school level for many years and…
Honoring Excellence in Multilingual Education
Effective teachers need to get more credit for the work they do. They are the architects of our future, shaping the minds and characters of the next generation. They dedicate countless hours to their craft – imparting knowledge, nurturing curiosity, building resilience, and teaching students how to think critically. And, there are a lot of great…
Digital Transformation for Bank Branches
The banking industry in India is undergoing a transformative shift, leveraging cutting-edge technology to enhance customer experiences and modernize branches. On the latest episode of The Edge & Beyond podcast, Michelle Dawn Mooney hosts a conversation with influential leaders from Intel and Bits & Bytes Integrators Private Limited. Together, they discuss how their partnership is…
Just Thinking… About Perseverance, Overcoming Adversity, and the Power of Resilience in Leadership
Resilience isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a critical skill for navigating life’s toughest challenges. This week’s episode of Just Thinking dives into stories of individuals who turned adversity into strength, highlighting why personal narratives matter more than ever. The American Psychological Association states that resilience is a learned skill, not an innate trait, underscoring its…