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The Only National Organization Representing Oil & Gas Royalty Owners Interest

Upcoming NARO Events

    • 10/16/2024
    • 10/19/2024
    • The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria, 2222 W. Loop S, Houston, Texas 77027
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      NARO NATIONAL CONVENTION

    October 16th - 19th, 2024

    The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria, Houston, TX


    Level up your mineral management education and understanding of what is impacting your mineral and royalty interest. Meet other mineral and royalty owners from across the country and enhance your knowledge around your mineral rights. Be empowered to negotiate your oil and gas leases like a pro. Learn how to better manage your mineral estate.


    EVENT INFORMATION

    Registration includes breakfast, lunch, snacks, seminars, and attendee materials.


    ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION LINKS

    Check out our Sponsorship & Exhibitor Opportunities

    Learn The Basics. Register for Introduction to Mineral Ownership

    Sign-Up For Our Mineral Management Review Course

    Register For RMM & CMM Exams


    HOTEL INFORMATION

    The Royal Sonesta Hotel Houston Galleria

    2222 W. Loop S., Houston, Texas 77027

    Room rate: $179 per night

    Last day to reserve a room at $179/night is September 24, 2024


    Reserve Your Room Online


    To Reserve By Phone Call:
    1-855-463-3091 and use Group Code: 101524NARO


    IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER

     SEP 15

    LAST DAY

    Early Bird Discount Registration Rates

     SEP 24

    LAST DAY

    Hotel Group Room Rate of $179 per night

     SEP 30

    LAST DAY

    Refund Request, less $25 processing fee

     OCT 1

    NO REFUNDS










    NATIONAL CONVENTION AGENDA

    SUBJECT TO CHANGE

    Pre-Convention - Wednesday, October 16th

    8:00 AM - NOON

    Mineral Management Review

    Extra Fee to Attend

    11:00 AM - NOON

    PAC Committee Meeting

    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

    National Board Meeting

    3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

    Foundation Board Meeting

    Day 1 - Thursday, October 17th

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Registration & Exhibits Open

    8:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    RMM & CMM Exams

    8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

    Introduction To Mineral Ownership
    Extra Fee to Attend
    Matt Sands, NARO National President, Jimmy Wright, NARO Foundation President


    1:00 PM - 1:15 PM

    Welcome Remarks
    Matt Sands, NARO National President

    1:15 PM - 2:00 PM

    National Perspective
    Jon Corkern, NARO Executive Director

    2:00 PM - 2:45 PM

    The Growing Demand for Lithium: Opportunities & Challenges for U.S. Mineral Owners

    2:45 PM - 3:15 PM

    BREAK
    Sponsored by Valor

    3:15 PM - 4:00 PM

    Mineral Owner Panel Discussion - “What I Wish I Had Known”

    4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

    Division Order 101

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    WELCOME RECEPTION
    Sponsored by Farmers National Company

    Day 2 - Friday, October 18th

    7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

    BREAKFAST
    Sponsored by Broadway Bank

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Registration & Exhibits Open

    8:30 AM - 9:15 AM

    NARO National Annual Meeting
    Agenda at Registration Desk

    9:30 AM - 10:15 AM

    Unlocking Ohio’s Utica Shale

    10:15 AM - 11:00 AM

    Upstream Industry Trends

    11:15 AM - NOON

    Track A: Retained Acreage 101

    Track B: Operator Perspective

    NOON - 1:30 PM

    LUNCH & KEYNOTE
    How to Hire a Landman
    Nancy McCaskell, AAPL President
    Sponsored By OG Trust Services

    1:45 PM - 2:30 PM

    Track A: The Digital Pipeline - The Intersection of Natural Gas Flaring & Crypto Mining

    Track B: Reality of Escheated Funds

    2:30 PM - 3:15 PM

    Track A: Carbon Capture and Storage - Update on New Uses of Subsurface Resources

    Track B: Negotiating Cost Free Royalties

    3:15 PM - 3:30 PM

    BREAK
    Sponsored by SS&C Mineralware

    3:30 PM - 4:15 PM

    Track A: Measurement and Hydrocarbon Allocation Audits

    Track B: Hunting for Resolution - Accommodation of Surface and Mineral Estates in Today’s Environment

    4:15 PM - 5:00 PM

    Track A: Ethics Presentation

    Track B: Estate Planning & Probate

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    RECEPTION
    Sponsored by TBA

    Day 3 - Saturday, October 19th

    7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

    BREAKFAST
    Sponsored by IMEC US, LLC

    8:00 AM - Noon

    Registration & Exhibits Open

    8:30 AM - 9:00 AM

    Caucus: Texas, Rocky Mountain, California

    9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

    Caucus: Oklahoma, North Dakota, Appalachia

    9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

    Caucus: Louisiana, Ohio, Arkansas, & Other Areas

    10:15 AM - 11:00 AM

    Pore Space Law & Application to CCUS

    11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

    How to Identify Fraud

    11:45 AM - NOON

    Door Prizes & Concluding Remarks
    Jon Corkern, NARO Executive Director

    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

    CMM Exams

    • 10/16/2024
    • 10/19/2024
    • The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria, 2222 w. Loop S, Houston, Texas 77027
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    SPONSOR & EXHIBITORS


    Get In Front Of Mineral & Royalty Owners From Across The Country

    Download Sponsor / Exhibitor Packet



    Join the Premier Gathering of Mineral and Royalty Owners From Across The Country

    The NARO National 2024 Convention is the leading event for mineral and royalty owners, gathering top industry professionals, experts, and decision-makers for three days of intensive networking, insightful learning, and valuable business opportunities. This year's event in Houston, TX and promises to be our most impactful yet, with up to 350 attendees ready to connect, learn, and engage with sponsors and exhibitors like you.

    Maximize Your Impact With A NARO National Sponsorship

    Partnering with the NARO National Convention gives your brand a powerful platform to reach a highly targeted audience. Sponsorship benefits include:

    • Premium Brand Visibility: Place your brand in front of key industry players.
    • Direct Access to Mineral & Royalty Owners: Engage face-to-face with potential clients.
    • High-Quality Lead Generation: Build strong business relationships and drive growth.

    Choose The Perfect Sponsorship Package For Your Business

    We offer a range of sponsorship packages tailored to meet your marketing and business goals:

    • Education Sponsor - exclusive
    • Convention App Sponsor- SOLD OUT
    • Presenting Sponsor - exclusive
    • Gold Sponsor - available
    • Breakfast Sponsor - SOLD OUT
    • Lunch Sponsor SOLD OUT
    • Reception Sponsor - 1 left!
    • Break Sponsor - 1 left!
    • Special Reception Sponsor -SOLD OUT




      Our Sponsors Love The Results

       

      "Sponsoring the NARO-Texas convention significantly boosted our visibility and connections within the industry. We saw a remarkable increase in business opportunities."
      – Argent Mineral Management

       

      "The convention provided an unparalleled platform to network with mineral and royalty owners. Our sponsorship investment was well worth it."
      – JDub Enterprises


      Secure Your Sponsorship Today

      Don't miss the opportunity to elevate your brand at the NARO-Texas 2024 Convention. Sponsorship opportunities are limited and highly sought after. Act now to secure your place and make a lasting impact on the industry's top professionals.


      Get In Touch

      Our dedicated team is here to help you find the perfect sponsorship package. Contact us for more information and to discuss your options.

      Email: executivedirector@naro-us.org


      From Our Executive Director

      We are dedicated to the education of mineral and royalty owners and are planning an incredible program for our annual convention.  Mineral and royalty owners are charged with responsible development of their minerals while working with industry partners and operators. NARO is their educational and support system when needed.  Your business presence and the mineral and royalty owners’ depth of knowledge is critical to building a better energy future.  We hope you’ll join NARO in supporting these efforts.

      Thank you! 

       


       

      Jon Corkern, Executive Director 

      • 10/16/2024
      • 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
      • The Royal Sonesta Hotel, Houston Galleria, 2222 W. Loop South, Houston, TX 77027
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      Mineral Management Review Course


      The Review Course must have a minimum of six registered attendees to happen.  In the event the minimum is not met, your registration will be refunded.

        

      The Mineral Management Review Courses is a four (4) hour course and the fee is $100. The course is offered multiple times during the year to individuals participating in the Mineral Management Program (MMP). The Mineral Management Review Course is elective to the program, although most MMP participants choose to attend at some point. 4 Educational Credits (ECs) will be given for attendance of this course.


      The course is also available to audit for NARO Members not currently enrolled in the MMP. Those that intend to audit this course must pre-register and pay the $125 fee to attend. Auditing this Course will not enroll you in the Mineral Management program. 

      Additionally, it does not include registration for any NARO Convention, or vice versa.


      The Review Course is elective to the program, although most participants choose to attend at some point.


      The NARO Foundation has updated their policy on the Review Course Manual. 

      The manual no longer is included with the price of the course, and must be purchased separately. You can call the national office to purchase one over the phone, 918-794-1660.  The manual is not required for the course, but is a workbook format that is used during the class and contains practice exams that are worked on in class.

      Need additional information about the MMP policies and procedures, Click Here.
      • 10/17/2024
      • 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
      • The Royal Sonesta Hotel, Houston Galleria, 2222 W. Loop South, Houston, TX 77027
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      Introduction to Mineral Ownership

      Discover the Foundations of Mineral Ownership

      Introduction to Mineral Ownership is a 3 hour course, perfect for those who are new to mineral ownership or want to refresh their basic mineral owner education.

      What You'll Learn In This 3 Hour Course:

      • Basic property law fundamentals
      • Overview of mineral ownership events: leasing, drilling, production, division orders, revenues
      • Insight into oil and gas operations
      • Types of ownership structures
      • Decimal/NRI calculations demystified
      • Effective data management practices

      Secure your spot today! We need a minimum of six participants to make this course happen. If the minimum isn't met, rest assured your registration fee will be promptly refunded.


      Please Note: Course registration does not include access to the convention. Introduction to Mineral Ownership is a Pre-Convention Course.


      Register now to secure your seat in our Introduction to Mineral Ownership course.


      Questions?

      Email Patti West at registrar@naro-us.org or
      Call (405) 822-0950

      • 10/17/2024
      • 8:30 AM
      • 10/19/2024
      • 3:00 PM
      • The Royal Sonesta Hotel, Houston Galleria, 2222 W. Loop South, Houston, TX 77027

        








      Important instructions and reminders for taking CMM Exams.   Please Read!


      Do Bring:

      • A calculator. Many Exam questions will require it and calculators are NOT provided.
      • Two sharp pencils. There will likely be some on hand, but I wouldn't risk not having one, and you shouldn't either.
      • Scratch paper will be provided.

      You will be asked to put away:

      • Cell phones/tablets/laptops. I cannot stress this enough. You may not use your cell phone or tablet as a calculator. You may NOT have your cell phone or tablet out during Exams. Noncompliance will result in being asked to leave the Exam and your candidacy as a CMM will be reviewed. No exceptions.
      • Study resources. This is a CLOSED book Exam. You are not permitted to have anything other than scratch paper and your Exam out.

      Some other helpful info:


      Exam time allotted

      :RMM Exam = 1 1/2 hours (90 minutes) total exam time

      CMM Exam = 1 1/2 hours (90minutes) total exam time


      Testing Opportunities:

      There will be 2 opportunities to take the exams at the 2023 NARO National Convention; 

      Thursday October 17th 8:30am-10:30am

      Saturday October 19th, 1:00pm-3:00p,

      Both tests will be available to take on these 2 dates.


      Approval from the Registrar is needed to register and sit for the RMM and CMM Exams.

      • 11/20/2024
      • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
      • Virtual


      Registration is not open at this time. 

      If you are a NARO member, you will receive an email communication when registration is open.

      If you are not a NARO member, please click here to view our membership options and to learn how NARO can benefit you!

    QUESTIONS?
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