Houston Association of Professional Landmen

Houston Association of Professional Landmen Welcome to the Houston Association of Professional Landmen (HAPL) Official page!

The HAPL holds many events throughout the year for its members and interested non-members. Some of our events include: monthly luncheons, networking and social gatherings, community charity activites and educational seminars. On the first of each month we publish our monthly newsletter for members.

Pay once, save and enjoy the entire 2026-2027 HAPL Luncheon Series!With HAPL’s prepay option, you can secure your spot a...
08/05/2026

Pay once, save and enjoy the entire 2026-2027 HAPL Luncheon Series!

With HAPL’s prepay option, you can secure your spot at all eight luncheons with one payment. HAPL will take care of registering you for each event. Then simply arrive, check in and enjoy!

HAPL Members: $320

HAPL Non-Members: $360

To prepay online, visit https://www.hapl.org/donations/ and select “PrePaid Monthly Luncheons” from the drop-down menu.

Prefer to pay by check? Complete the prepay form and mail it with your payment to the HAPL office. You can also find the form in the August Newsletter.

We look forward to seeing you throughout the 2026-2027 luncheon season!

Join us as HAPL kicks off the 2026-2027 luncheon series!Wednesday, September 2, 202611:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.Petroleum Club o...
08/05/2026

Join us as HAPL kicks off the 2026-2027 luncheon series!

Wednesday, September 2, 2026

11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Petroleum Club of Houston

We are pleased to welcome Bill Martinez , Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Mitsui E&P USA LLC, who will present: “The Perfect Landman.”

HAPL Members: $40

HAPL Non-Members: $45

Early pricing is available through August 26, and registration closes September 1.

One RPL/CPL continuing education credit will be available.

Register today: https://hapl.org/events/1159/

Thank you to Mitsui E&P USA LLC for sponsoring our September Luncheon!

Join us on Thursday, October 29, 2026, as we celebrate the 70th Annual Executive Night at Hotel ZaZa Houston Museum Dist...
07/30/2026

Join us on Thursday, October 29, 2026, as we celebrate the 70th Annual Executive Night at Hotel ZaZa Houston Museum District. This signature event brings together Houston's land and energy professionals for an evening of networking, recognition, and celebration.

We're honored to welcome Ken Waits, President & CEO of Mewbourne Oil Company, as our keynote speaker. We'll also recognize two of our industry's highest honors by announcing the 2026 HAPL Company of the Year and 2026 HAPL Landman of the Year.

Register before Labor Day to save! Ticket prices increase after Labor Day, so don't wait to reserve your seat.

Looking to showcase your company? Executive Night sponsorships offer excellent visibility while supporting one of HAPL's premier annual events.

Register: https://hapl.org/events/1145/

Become a Sponsor: https://hapl.org/sponsorships/event/1145/

We look forward to celebrating 70 years of Executive Night with you!

Mark Your Calendar! One of HAPL's longest standing traditions is almost here!Join us Monday, November 2 at The Clubs of ...
07/30/2026

Mark Your Calendar!

One of HAPL's longest standing traditions is almost here!

Join us Monday, November 2 at The Clubs of Kingwood for the 64th Annual HAPL Golf Tournament for a day of golf, networking, and giving back with fellow land and energy professionals.

Whether you're playing with clients, coworkers, or friends, this event offers something for everyone:

- 4-Man Scramble

- Charity Bourbon Raffle benefiting HAPL Charities

- Catered Luncheon

- Door Prizes

- Outstanding networking with industry professionals

General registration opens August 10, so start putting your team together now!

We look forward to another great day on the course while supporting the mission of HAPL Charities.

Questions? Contact Taylor Cain at [email protected]

Great careers are built through experience and strengthened when that experience is shared.Applications are now open for...
07/29/2026

Great careers are built through experience and strengthened when that experience is shared.

Applications are now open for the 2026-2027 HAPL Mentorship Program!

Whether you are an experienced land professional ready to give back or someone seeking guidance as you grow your career, this program offers the opportunity to build a meaningful industry connection.

Mentors and mentees are matched based on similar experience and encouraged to meet monthly to discuss industry trends, career development and professional goals.

Program: September 2026-April 2027

FREE for HAPL members

Apply by September 9, 2026

Learn more and apply:

https://www.hapl.org/mentorship-program/

Ready. Aim. Network. The 52nd Annual HAPL Sporting Clays Tournament is headed to a NEW venue this year, the Greater Hous...
07/29/2026

Ready. Aim. Network.

The 52nd Annual HAPL Sporting Clays Tournament is headed to a NEW venue this year, the Greater Houston Sports Club!

Join us on Thursday, September 24, 2026, for a day packed with friendly competition, gun giveaways, BBQ, beer, and plenty of opportunities to connect with Houston’s land and energy professionals.

Bring your four-person team, register individually and we’ll help place you on a team, or gather the ladies and take advantage of special all-ladies team pricing. Whether sporting clays are second nature to you or this is your first time picking up a shotgun, there’s a place for you on the course!

Want your company in the spotlight? Sponsorship opportunities are available and offer a great way to build visibility while supporting one of HAPL’s longest running fall traditions.

Greater Houston Sports Club

6700 McHard Road | Houston, TX 77053

HAPL Members: $200

Non-Members: $225

Don’t wait! Round up your team or claim your sponsorship today!

Register or sponsor: https://birdease.com/35103

Questions? Contact Rhett Reeves or Shanna Graves.

The 24th Annual HAPL Permian Social is coming up!Join us on Thursday, September 17, at The Heights Social for an evening...
07/28/2026

The 24th Annual HAPL Permian Social is coming up!

Join us on Thursday, September 17, at The Heights Social for an evening of networking, connection, and celebration with Houston’s land and energy professionals.

📅 Thursday, September 17, 2026
⏰ 5:00-8:00 p.m.
📍 The Heights Social
1213 W. 20th Street | Houston, TX 77008

Want to put your company in front of the Permian land community? Sponsorship opportunities are available at levels ranging from $300 to $1,500. Contact Carly Rhodes, RL to learn more. Sponsor online at https://hapl.org/sponsorships/event/1174/.

We will also announce and honor the 2026 HAPL Permian Landman of the Year during the event and we need your nominations!

Help us recognize an outstanding landman who has made a lasting contribution through mentorship and education, significant Permian projects or transactions, or service to the land profession.

Nomination deadline: Friday, August 28
Submit a nomination:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=XttJtAqo60ikwjyIu3g1OwyQe2mrstBEsxsMN1oX0glUMDVKUzhFWFQ4TzlLUDAySlA0NTIwVzhGTS4u&route=shorturl

We can’t wait to see everyone at the 24th Annual Permian Social!

Thank you to our sponsors!

Platinum Plus:
TexasFile
Paloma Permian II, LLC
Kirby, Mathews & Walrath, PLLC
Mazurek, Belden & Burke, P.C.

Platinum:
Surprise Valley Resources, LLC
Steven Toeppich and Associates, PLLC

Gold:
Steptoe & Johnson PLLC
VOG Land
C.H. Fenstermaker & Associates, LLC
Dudley Land Company
Kearney, McWilliams & Davis, PLLC
Chevron

Silver:
Bode & Werner, PLLC (formerly Martin, Bode, Werner & Mann, PLLC)
Beacon Land Management, LLC
Oliva Gibbs, PLLC
Hilcorp Energy Company
Equitas Energy Partners, LLC
Landmark OGM LLC

Bronze:
R. Reese & Associates
Bonds Ellis Eppich Schafer Jones LLP

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Registration is now open for HAPL's 4th Annual Fall Seminar!Join us on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at Apache Corporati...
07/28/2026

Registration is now open for HAPL's 4th Annual Fall Seminar!

Join us on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at Apache Corporation for one of HAPL's premier educational events of the year.

Spend the day learning from an outstanding lineup of industry professionals and legal experts while earning AAPL Continuing Education Credits and State of Texas CLE Credits. It's also a great opportunity to network with fellow land professionals from across the industry.

Featured Speakers include:

• Molly Pela – Cokinos

• Simon Tolbert – Tolbert Law Office

• Sean Kimiagar, MBA – WellDatabase

• Roger Soape – Roger A. Soape, Inc.

• Natalie Johns – Dudley Land Company

• Ryan Kirby – Kirby, Mathews & Walrath, PLLC

Looking to increase your company's visibility? Sponsorship opportunities are still available! Our Food & Beverage Sponsor, Gold Sponsorships and Silver Sponsorships have already sold out, but Platinum and Bronze sponsorships remain.

Sponsor here: https://hapl.org/sponsorships/event/1165/

Register today and secure your spot. We look forward to seeing you this September!

Register here: https://hapl.org/events/1165/

For questions, contact Michelle F. Llanes, RPL, MBA.

Thank you to our current sponsors!

Food & Beverage:

Kirby, Mathews & Walrath, PLLC

Gold:

Purple Land Management

Silver:

Equitas Energy Partners, LLC

Bronze:

Dudley Land Company

The offshore industry is constantly evolving and staying informed has never been more important.Join HAPL on Thursday, N...
07/24/2026

The offshore industry is constantly evolving and staying informed has never been more important.

Join HAPL on Thursday, November 19 for the 28th Annual Offshore Seminar & Social at Willie G's Seafood at the Post Oak Hotel.

Spend the day with fellow land professionals as we:

- Earn 4 CLE/CUE credits

- Hear insightful presentations on today's offshore issues

- Enjoy lunch with industry peers

- Wrap up the day with a cocktail reception and outstanding networking opportunities

Whether you're looking to expand your knowledge, reconnect with colleagues, or meet new professionals in the industry, this is an event you won't want to miss.

Want to put your company in front of Houston's offshore land community? Sponsorship opportunities are still available! Sponsors receive recognition through event signage, HAPL marketing, social media, and during the event itself.

Register: https://www.hapl.org/events/1157/

Sponsor the Event: https://www.hapl.org/sponsorships/event/1157/

Questions? Contact Jason Sebastinas, RPL.

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