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2026 oil and gas industry outlook
Thursday, 15 January 2026 11:00 a.m. ET

Past Event

Virtual - Dbriefs

CPE credits | Event language: English

15 Jan. 2026

Thursday, 11:00 a.m. ET | 1 Hr.

2026 oil and gas industry outlook

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Energy & Chemicals
Participants will examine critical insights and be able to better position themselves for success in the evolving oil and gas landscape.

Host: Zillah Austin, principal, Deloitte Consulting LLP
Presenters: Nichelle McLemore, principal, Deloitte Consulting LLP
                      Kate Hardin, managing director, Deloitte Services LP

1.0 Overview CPE credit | Specialized Knowledge

Key takeaways

Attendees will learn how the oil and gas industry is approaching 2026 amid shifting policies, rising costs, and expanding digital capabilities. The session will highlight five themes shaping the year ahead, including new liquefied natural gas opportunities, supply chain strategies, and the growing role of artificial intelligence (AI) across operations. We’ll discuss:

  • How evolving policies and technology are influencing investment and growth
  • How AI and automation are improving performance and decision-making
  • The implications of these trends for competitiveness and resilience in 2026
     

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Zillah Austin

Zillah Austin

Deloitte - United States
Zillah Austin serves as vice chair and US energy and chemicals leader for Deloitte LLP. In this capacity, she brings a global perspective and deep industry expertise to shape and execute Deloitte’s strategy for the energy and chemicals sector. Austin is committed to advancing growth and transformation for clients by fostering innovation, collaboration, and trust—helping to build a more sustainable and resilient energy future.
Nichelle McLemore

Nichelle McLemore

Deloitte - United States
Nichelle McLemore is a principal and the US oil and gas leader for the energy and chemicals practice. She has over 25 years of experience, primarily focused on large transformations and mergers and acquisitions across multiple industries.
Kate Hardin

Kate Hardin

Deloitte - United States
Kate Hardin is the executive director of the Deloitte Research Center for Energy & Industrials. In tandem with the center leadership, Hardin drives energy research initiatives and manages the execution of the center’s strategy as well as its eminence and thought leadership.