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What is SPE? © 2004 Society of Petroleum Engineers Inc. (rev. June 2004) A worldwide forum of E&P professionals for the exchange of technical knowledge and The professional home for more than 60,000 engineers, scientists, managers and educators

Members Value SPE best professional organization diversity of the membership disciplines “SPE is the best professional organization in the world. Their dues are the most reasonable and the staff will do anything for you. It is an excellent networking tool. The diversity of the membership disciplines is unlike any other organization. Because of this there is no job in the industry that we, the SPE members, can’t solve.” Herb Bell United States 35-year SPE member © 2004 Society of Petroleum Engineers Inc. (rev. June 2004)

Provide the means to collect, disseminate and exchange technical information and Provide opportunities through its programs for interested (and qualified) individuals to maintain and upgrade their individual technical competence SPE’s Mission © 2004 Society of Petroleum Engineers Inc. (rev. June 2004)

SPE.org Web Site Publications Meetings Membership Structure, Scope and Services How SPE Accomplishes Its Mission © 2004 Society of Petroleum Engineers Inc. (rev. June 2004)

Members Value SPE events and publications professional development “SPE provides events and publications that benefit individual professional development, therefore contributing to the growth of the society and making it a more relevant source in the industry.” Effiom Edet Nigeria 22-year SPE member © 2004 Society of Petroleum Engineers Inc. (rev. June 2004)

SPE eLibrary of 37,000+ technical papers Industry search engine Technical Interest Groups (TIGs) Distance Learning courses E&P Toolbox software applications solutions E&P Consultants Directory SPE Meetings Search Career Center SPE account SPE.org – Where Knowledge Powers the E&P Industry © 2004 Society of Petroleum Engineers Inc. (rev. June 2004)

SPE.org – The E&P Industry’s Most Visited Web Site SPE.org is the “most visited industry Web site.” According to Gulf Research’s report from the 2002 Oilfield Technology Transfer Study, SPE.org is the “most visited industry Web site.” identify new products find solutions The study focused on how companies identify new products and services and how they find solutions to technical problems. © 2004 Society of Petroleum Engineers Inc. (rev. June 2004)

SPE.org – SPE eLibrary © 2004 Society of Petroleum Engineers Inc. (rev. June 2004) Locate solutions that worked for others in 37,000+ papers detailing technical innovations 600,000 downloads per year Purchase individual papers Use subscription options Corporate subscriptions Individual subscriptions University-sponsored subscriptions

Worldwide e-communities to exchange information, share ideas and solve technical problems Discussions and topics stored in online searchable archives SPE.org – Technical Interest Groups (TIGs) © 2004 Society of Petroleum Engineers Inc. (rev. June 2004)

Members Value SPE meet, exchange and network “SPE offers fantastic opportunities to meet, exchange and network instead of trying to re-invent the wheel every time you have a problem. I have developed an amazing network all over the world, which has helped me very much in my career.” Jacques Bosio France 20-year SPE member © 2004 Society of Petroleum Engineers Inc. (rev. June 2004)

Monthly Journal of Petroleum Technology (JPT) and JPT Online Four SPE Technical Journals SPE Journal SPE Drilling & Completion SPE Production & Facilities SPE Reservoir Evaluation & Engineering SPE Monographs, Textbooks and Reprint Series books SPE Publications – The Definitive Source for Technical Information © 2004 Society of Petroleum Engineers Inc. (rev. June 2004)

Local, regional and international venues 60+ topical events each year Conferences and Exhibitions Applied Technology Workshops (ATWs) Forum Series Short Courses SPE Annual Technical Conference and Exhibition SPE Meetings – Interacting Face-to-Face © 2004 Society of Petroleum Engineers Inc. (rev. June 2004)

Organizing 20 technical meetings worldwide Adding 1,500+ technical industry papers Holding 30+ Applied Technology Workshops (ATWs) Conducting 10 Forum Series events Offering 30+ short courses Collaborating with other worldwide industry organizations SPE Events – A Typical Year © 2004 Society of Petroleum Engineers Inc. (rev. June 2004)

Members Value SPE technical excellence networking opportunities personal and professional growth “SPE has renowned fame for technical excellence, but that is only 50 percent of what SPE has to offer. The real added value of SPE lays in the boundless networking opportunities it makes available and the special attention it dedicates to member groups, especially young professionals whose personal and professional growth is fostered and stimulated.” Thomas Bruni The Netherlands 6-year SPE member © 2004 Society of Petroleum Engineers Inc. (rev. June 2004)

Membership in one of 150+ SPE sections worldwide Section meetings and social events Professional development and career guidance Distinguished Lecturer program Monthly SPE eUpdate and JPT SPE Member Sections – Networking and Learning © 2004 Society of Petroleum Engineers Inc. (rev. June 2004)

Membership in one of 120+ SPE student chapters worldwide Chapter meetings, social events and other networking opportunities Scholarship support and career guidance Student paper contests Monthly SPE Student eUpdate and JPT Online SPE Student Chapters – Getting Involved and Moving Ahead © 2004 Society of Petroleum Engineers Inc. (rev. June 2004)

Members Value SPE active participation develop leadership skills “Whether you are an engineer, a manager, a technician or an educator, active participation in SPE provides you boundless opportunity to enhance your technical career, develop leadership skills, and support the petroleum industry and communities in which we operate.” Randy Woods United States 13-year SPE member © 2004 Society of Petroleum Engineers Inc. (rev. June 2004)

Gain professional recognition Benefit from volunteer opportunities Enhance leadership skills Benefit from active participation Serve on local and global committees Gain technical knowledge and network at events Present technical papers Submit technical journal articles Make award nominations SPE Membership Rewards – A Multitude of Opportunities © 2004 Society of Petroleum Engineers Inc. (rev. June 2004)

All backgrounds welcome Geology, geophysics, earth science Environment, health, safety Mathematics, information technology Management, economics Membership requirements Employed in the industry A 4-year degree or 2-year science or engineering degree OR 6 years active practice in support of petroleum engineering SPE Members – More Than Just Petroleum Engineers © 2004 Society of Petroleum Engineers Inc. (rev. June 2004)

Members Value SPE career development volunteer opportunities “SPE is the organization for career development. Through SPE I have had irreplaceable networking and volunteer opportunities that have developed me both professionally and personally.” Helen Chang Canada 17-year SPE member © 2004 Society of Petroleum Engineers Inc. (rev. June 2004)

14 regions with Regional Directors 6 Technical Specialty Directors 3 At-Large Directors 150+ sections worldwide 120+ student chapters worldwide SPE staff with 5 offices worldwide SPE Structure – A Multi-Faceted Organization © 2004 Society of Petroleum Engineers Inc. (rev. June 2004)

Africa – 1,364 Central & Southeast North America – 4,376 Gulf Coast North America – 11,701 Mid Continent North America – 2,113 Middle East – 3,546 North Sea – 5,735 Northeastern North America – 1,460 Northern Asia Pacific – 2,546 Rocky Mountain North America – 4,606 South America & Caribbean – 1,642 South Central & Eastern Europe – 2,084 Southern Asia Pacific – 2,060 Southwestern North America – 2,177 Western North America – 2,138 SPE’s Scope – Regions and Members © 2004 Society of Petroleum Engineers Inc. (rev. June 2004)

Countries with SPE Sections SPE Offices SPE’s Scope – A Global Presence © 2004 Society of Petroleum Engineers Inc. (rev. June 2004)

5 offices worldwide: Dallas, Dubai, Houston, Kuala Lumpur, London 24-hour customer service to assist the global membership Health and life insurance programs and other special benefits SPE Services – Supporting Members © 2004 Society of Petroleum Engineers Inc. (rev. June 2004)

Members Value SPE professional and technical development “I believe SPE provides the backbone to the E&P industry, crossing all geographical and career boundaries. I have rapidly grown a large, diverse network of associates and leapt forward in terms of professional and technical development since actively participating in SPE. I encourage anyone interested in their own career development to consider SPE as part of the road to success.” John Donachie Scotland 7-year SPE member © 2004 Society of Petroleum Engineers Inc. (rev. June 2004)

It’s All Part of “The SPE Experience” Providing Solutions Disseminating Technology Developing Professionals Building a Better World © 2004 Society of Petroleum Engineers Inc. (rev. June 2004)