"Our Reliable Path to Energy Independence": 2011 Natural Gas Summit Focus

TALLAHASSEE, FL--August 17, 2011: As a follow-up to 2009's highly acclaimed Natural Gas Summit, the Florida Natural Gas Association (FNGA) has solidified their agenda and roster of speakers for 2011. With a national focus on dependence from foreign oil, a long term energy supply and the development of a viable 'green' economy, the sessions will be highly relevant to any individual who works in or has an interest in the natural gas industry.

“With so much discussion and anticipated action on the legislative side in Florida and the United States as a whole, I endorse and personally invite any and all natural gas industry stakeholders to participate and join me at the Omni at ChampionsGate for this important event.”

Lila A Jaber, Practice Leader and Shareholder of Gunster Law Firm - and former Public Service Commissioner and Chairman - said, "With so much discussion and anticipated action on the legislative side in Florida and the United States as a whole, I endorse and personally invite any and all natural gas industry stakeholders to participate and join me at the Omni at ChampionsGate for this important event."

The Keynote Speaker will be Federal Regulatory Energy Commissioner Marc Spitzer. Other speakers include industry CEO's Gordon Gillette from TECO Peoples Gas and Glenn Garland from CLEAResult consulting. Representatives from The American Gas Association, AGL Resources, Florida City Gas, BP, Florida Public Utilities Company, Black & Veach, and Chesapeake Utilities will also be on hand to discuss regulations, opportunities and business practices used to address the needs of today's consumer. For a complete summary of the speaker roster and agenda, click here.

The Natural Gas Summit on September 22-23 will follow immediately after the FNGA's Operating and Marketing Conference and Tradeshow on September 19-21. Both events will be held at the Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate, FL.