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Register Now for the GPA Midstream Rocky Mountain Chapter (GPARMC) Q2 Luncheon – June 26, 2026 – Denver, CO

Date: Friday, June 26, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Fogo de Chão, 1513 Wynkoop St., Denver, CO 80202

Join us for our Q2 Luncheon featuring industry leaders from the Colorado Oil & Gas Association (COGA) as they discuss the future of Colorado’s energy landscape and the regulatory challenges that may shape the industry in the years ahead.

Featured Speakers

  • Lynn Granger – President & CEO, Colorado Oil & Gas Association (COGA)
  • Ryan Steadley – Vice President of Regulatory Affairs, COGA

Presentation Topic

Understanding Future Gas Regulation Impacts with the 2026 Governor Race and the Expiration of Colorado’s Oil & Gas Moratorium in 2030

Discussion Highlights

  • The current timeline and implications of Colorado’s oil and gas regulatory moratorium expiration.
  • Major gubernatorial candidates and their positions on oil and natural gas development.
  • Emerging regulations COGA anticipates following the moratorium period.
  • Future natural gas demand projections driven by data center and power generation growth.
  • Global market pressures affecting the industry, including international conflicts and energy security concerns.
  • Potential impacts on Colorado and the Rocky Mountain Region as state leadership transitions.

Registration Pricing

  • Members: $65
  • Non-Members: $75
  • On-Site Registration: $85

On-site registration will be available on June 26, subject to venue capacity. Seating and meal service cannot be guaranteed for walk-in attendees.

Know Before You Go

Lunch will be served plated. Gluten-free and vegetarian meal options are available upon advance request. For dietary accommodations or event-related questions, please contact: support@gparmcmidstream.org.

Please register in advance. The venue charges for all meals reserved, therefore all luncheon registrations are non-refundable, including for attendees who are unable to attend.

Registration Information

Members: Log in to your member account at the bottom of this page to access discounted registration pricing. You may also use the registration link provided in your email.

Non-Members: Register using the Non-Member Registration option. Interested in discounted pricing and exclusive benefits? Consider becoming a member today.

Venue Information

Fogo de Chão
1513 Wynkoop Street
Denver, Colorado 80202

About Lynn Granger

Lynn Granger serves as President and CEO of the Colorado Oil & Gas Association (COGA), bringing more than 20 years of experience in energy policy, strategic communications, and public affairs.

Before joining COGA, Granger served as Regional Director for the American Petroleum Institute (API) and Executive Director of API Colorado. She also held the role of Chief Operating Officer at Colorado Concern, where she led strategic and operational initiatives supporting statewide policy priorities.

Her public sector experience includes serving as Communications Director for the Colorado Department of Revenue during Governor John Hickenlooper’s administration, acting as both the department’s media spokesperson and subject matter expert.

Granger began her career with the U.S. Army, serving for 12 years in both military and civilian capacities. As a broadcast journalist stationed near the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), she hosted a morning radio program delivering essential information to deployed troops. She later served as a strategic communications advisor to the Commander of United States Army Europe.

Today, Granger is a leading advocate for fact-based energy policy discussions, emphasizing collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and practical solutions for Colorado’s energy future.

About Ryan Steadley

Ryan Steadley is Vice President of Regulatory Affairs for the Colorado Oil & Gas Association, where he leads the organization’s engagement on state and federal energy policy issues.

Prior to joining COGA, Steadley served as Senior Policy Advisor for the American Petroleum Institute and Executive Director of the State Review of Oil and Natural Gas Environmental Regulations (STRONGER). His extensive regulatory and policy experience provides valuable insight into the evolving energy landscape.

Steadley works closely with industry leaders, regulators, and policymakers to address emerging regulatory challenges and help shape effective energy policy solutions throughout Colorado and beyond.