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First of all, I would like to stress that the Summit was very well organized. I go to conferences at least several times a year and we’ve participated in this Summit organized by your company for the first time. I must say we all agree that it was organized perfectly well. It’s quite an unusual format. Usually, all the conferences are organized as a series of speeches with little time left for open discussions. Usually, at the end of such a day you feel very tired and have no time for networking. Therefore, this is a curious and interesting format which combines workshops and meetings. I think that this is a very attractive formula, which should definitely be implemented for the organisation of future events.
Genady Shmal – President, Union of Oil and Gas Producers of Russia
Having returned from Istanbul, I would like to thank you once again for inviting me to the Summit. I believe the event was very useful. There are several reasons for it. First of all, it provided us with a great opportunity to meet colleagues, review technologies and have a deeper insight into our company’s own development. And I should say that direct contacts were extremely valuable. I am now in the process of follow-up talks with four companies, and we have agreed that they will come to us with a presentation. Thanks to organizers for the invitation!
Valery Beskopylny – Chief Advisor to the General Director on Geology in Overseas Projects, Belorusneft
I attend almost all of the oil and gas conferences. And this Summit does stand out among all the others. The format is very different from the traditional format of such events. In my opinion, this is a more efficient approach, as it gives an opportunity for all parties to participate actively and communicate. I think this is the best approach to any summit.
Anatoly Kozlov – Deputy Chairman of the Board, Chornomornaftogas
My impressions of the Summit are very positive. I really liked the organization, as it gave us the opportunity to benchmark, exchange ideas and learn about new technologies. Therefore, I would like to thank the organizers – they are real professionals! We’ll definitely participate next year!
Ralif Zaripov – Chairman, Tatnefteprom
A great investment of time! I have scheduled to continue talks with several potential solution providers. Excellent organization of the event!
Mikhail Ivanov – CEO, Volga Gas Plc
Such meetings are extremely important and should be held annually!
Sergey Romashkin – Head of Reservoir Management Department, Rospan International, TNK-BP
A very organised event providing valuable one on one conversations covering a diverse group of topics applicable to our business. Allowed excellent networking with old friends and a chance to build new relationships. Very efficient use of time over the two day event.
Jerry Wenzel – Stone Energy
Over all good information gathering experience, even meal times, break times etc were put to good use to meet other executives.
Thomas Dahlgren – Warren E & P
I have not experienced this particular format previously – although I have attended many conferences and industry events. I found it effective – particularly the meetings part.
Steve Ollerearnshaw – BG Group
I was pleasantly surprised in the value that I got from meetings with supporting sponsoring companies. Even with the companies that I thought I knew well and companies that I thought I would have no interest in, I still found new, valuable information that I will put to use.
Greg Smith – Repsol