Emerson Experts at AGA 2023
Meet with Emerson Experts!
Emerson helps customers stay competitive in an evolving energy market by offering world class products, integrated systems and lifecycle support to attain operational excellence. Our pioneering spirit and in-house expertise enables us to be the go-to-partner in navigating through the ecosystem of new energy sources, digitalization of processes & equipment and innovative supply chain structures that are being built for the future.
Technical Conference Speaking Agenda
Design Your System to Minimize Methane Emissions
Design Your System to Minimize Methane Emissions

Speakers:
• Doug Scheffler
• Morgan Cummings

May 1 - 10:25 am – 11:00 am
Rupture Detection on Gas Pipelines
Rupture Detection on Gas Pipelines

Speakers:
• Ivan Antochiw
• Lars Larsson

May 3​ - 2:30 pm – 3:10 pm
Material Considerations for Hydrogen Blending
Material Considerations for Hydrogen Blending

Speaker:
• Tony Durant


May 3​ - 3:20 pm – 4:00 pm
Validating the Use of Existing Ultrasonic Meters in Natural Gas - Hydogren Blends
Validating the Use of Existing Ultrasonic Meters in Natural Gas - Hydrogen Blends

Speaker:
• Martin Schlebach

May 4​ - 8:00 am – 8:40 am
Additive Manufacturing to Improve Supply Chain Disruption
Additive Manufacturing to Improve Supply Chain Disruption

Speaker:
• Marlo Suarez

May 4​ - 8:50 am – 9:30 am​
Our Speakers
We look forward to discussing how Emerson can help you achieve and sustain operational excellence.
Doug Scheffler
NPD Technologist, GM/Executive Management
Emerson

Meet Doug Scheffler, an Emerson expert with over a decade of experience in the oil and gas industry. Currently, he serves as an NPD Technologist at Emerson, a position he took up in August 2021. Doug previously held the position of Director of Midstream Natural Gas from October 2013 to August 2021 and served as the Applications Engineering Manager from November 2011 to October 2013. Doug Scheffler is highly skilled in various areas related to engineering management, process control, product development, executive management, and change management. His expertise has been honed over the years through hands-on experience in managing complex engineering projects and leading cross-functional teams. Doug holds an MBA from Southern Methodist University - Cox School of Business (2012).
Business Development Manager, Pressure Management
Emerson

Meet Morgan Cummings, a seasoned professional and accomplished Business Development Manager at Emerson with a focus on renewable natural gas and digital transformation. Since joining the company in 2019, Morgan has played a pivotal role in driving business growth and building strong customer relationships. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A&M University, Morgan has gained valuable experience and knowledge across various industries, including chemical production, manufacturing, and higher education.
Morgan Cummings
Ivan Antochiw
Product Manager, Oil & Gas Digital Grid Management/SCADA
AspenTech

Meet Ivan Antochiw, a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in the SCADA space across the electric and oil & gas industries. As a Pipeline Midstream Product Manager, Ivan has a proven track record of delivering results in digital transformation and industrial automation. Ivan is a Certified Product Manager and Agile Product Owner with a strong background in IT/OT applications supporting Oil & Gas and Electric Grid operations. He has a keen focus on SCADA, OMS, OTS, Simulation, and Advanced SCADA Applications. Ivan received his Bachelor of Science in Computer and Information Sciences from Fordham University (2016). His combination of education and experience has positioned him as a subject matter expert in the industry. 
Technologist, R&D/Engineering
Emerson

Meet Tony Durant, an accomplished Engineering Technologist with over 25 years of experience working for Emerson's Pressure Management business. He began his career at Emerson as a test engineer and subsequently transitioned to a design engineering role where he played a crucial role in the development of several innovative products. In his current position, Tony is leading the charge to evaluate and upgrade Emerson's natural gas pressure regulator portfolio for hydrogen blending applications. Tony holds a Master of Science degree from the Georgia Institute of Technology (2011). His educational background and practical experience have enabled him to excel in his career and make valuable contributions to the engineering field.
Tony Durant
Martin Schlebach
Sr. Director, USM Bus. Dev./Flow Consultant
Emerson

Meet Martin Schlebach, a Senior Director of Business Development for USM-Flow at Emerson. He has over 12 years of experience with the company and previously served as the Director of Global Business Development from 2011 to 2019. He has a Bachelor of Commerce in Business Management from the University of Phoenix. In 2019, he was awarded the ISHM Memorial Award by the International School of Hydrocarbon Measurement for his contributions to the industry. Martin is highly respected for his expertise and thought leadership in the engineering and automation industry.
Supply Chain Manager, Pressure Management
Emerson

Meet Marlo Suarez, Marlo Suarez a highly accomplished Global Supply Chain Manager with extensive experience in leading operational teams across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. He leads the supply chain architecture design for new product developments, as well as promotes the adoption of 3D printing technology such as L-PBF and Binder Jetting, Marlo’s experience spanned multiple industries and functions across LATAM, EMEA, and APAC. Marlo is an industry 4.0 visionary leader, with strong analytical problem-solving skills and outstanding persuasive skills. He holds a master’s degree from the Università degli Studi di Bergamo (2008). 
Marlo Suarez
Lars Larsson
Director of Product Management, Oil & Gas Digital Grid Management/SCADA
AspenTech

Meet Lars Larsson, a highly experienced energy industry professional with expertise in product management, project management, and hydraulic design. He is currently the Director of Product Management at AspenTech Business; Lars holds a range of certifications, including the EUR ING certification as a European Engineer by FEANI, the SivilIngenior certification as a Norwegian Engineer at the master's level, and certifications as a ScrumMaster and Product Owner by ScrumAlliance. In addition, Lars completed his MBA in Business Administration from Durham University (2003). Lars is a valuable asset to any organization operating in the energy industry. 
Solutions On Display in Exhibit 801
Energy Evolution
Energy Evolution

Hydrogen Blending, Biomethane Injection, Emissions Reduction, Odorization
Digitalization
Digitalization

Digital Management (SCADA, Gas Management Software, Historian), PRV Monitoring, Fisher™️ ARMOR™️
Operational Excellence
Operational Excellence

Overpressure Protection, Noise Attenuation, Valve Control, Lifecycle Services, Supply Chain Optimization
This year at AGA
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Join us for Cocktails at the Grand Opening
Tue, May 2nd
6:00 to 8:00PM
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Stop by our booth
Wed, May 3rd
9:30 to 11:30AM
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