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Navigating the Nexus: New Horizons for Peace & Trade in the South Caucasus

October 7th, 2025

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The South Caucasus is at a pivotal moment. The recent peace declaration between Armenia and Azerbaijan, alongside a new transit route agreement, is poised to reshape the region. Join us for a dynamic forum where we will explore the opportunities and challenges this historic development presents. This event will bring together experts and policymakers to discuss the strategic, economic, and humanitarian implications of this new era. 

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USEA Power Sector Podcast Episode 169: Chevron Global Gas President Freeman Shaheen

August 28th, 2025

In today’s USEA Power Sector Podcast, Chevron Global Gas President Freeman Shaheen answered questions by journalist Herman K. Trabish about current factors and dynamics in US and global natural gas markets.

This episode is sponsored by the Natural Gas Supply Association. NGSA represents major integrated and large independent domestic producers of natural gas.  It was established in 1965 and is headquartered in our nation’s capital.

Success Stories: Enabling U.S. Business Opportunities

USEA Power Sector Podcast Episode 168: Foley and Lardner Partner Tim Spear

August 26th, 2025

In today’s USEA Power Sector Podcast, powerhouse law firm Foley and Lardner Partner Tim Spear answered questions by journalist Herman K. Trabish about current market factors and dynamics and the newest trends in US and global natural gas and other energy markets.

USEA Power Sector Podcast Episode 167: Sitting Clean Founder & President Dahvi Wilson

August 22nd, 2025

In today’s USEA Power Sector Podcast, Dahvi Wilson, Founder and President of Siting Clean answered questions by journalist Herman K. Trabish about the lessons she has learned from real-world experience working with project developers and local stakeholders to bring energy projects online.

Joseph Giove

Job Title: 
Director of Business Operations
Organization: 
FECM, Department of Energy

Demi Morishige

Job Title: 
Financial Analyst
Organization: 
Red Cedar Gathering Company

Demi Morishige holds a Bachelor in Chemistry and an Associate Degree in Tribal Energy Management. Currently serving as a Financial Analyst at Red Cedar Gathering Company, she is a member of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe with over a decade of experience in the tribal energy sector. Demi also holds a Master of Science in Global Energy Management from the University of Colorado Denver, bringing a unique blend of financial expertise and dedication to environmental compliance and sustainability. 

As a former member of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe Environmental Commission, Demi has been actively involved in initiatives promoting environmental stewardship and regulatory compliance within her community. Her passion lies in bridging finance and sustainability to advocate for the economic development and environmental protection of tribal communities. 

Demi values collaboration, innovation, and respect, striving to integrate diverse perspectives into her work. In her current role, she aims to drive positive change within the tribal energy industry, ensuring that financial growth aligns with environmental integrity

David F. Conrad

Job Title: 
Acting Director & Deputy Director
Organization: 
Office of Indian Energy Policy and Programs, DOE

David F. Conrad (Osage Nation) serves as the acting director and deputy director for the U.S. Department of Energy Office of Indian Energy Policy and Programs. He recently served as the Director of the Office of Public Affairs for the Assistant Secretary of Indian Affairs in the Department of Interior (DOI), managing press relations, digital media, and communications in close coordination with the Secretary’s Office of Communication and other DOI Bureaus. In the past, Mr. Conrad also worked as the Department’s Director for Tribal and Intergovernmental Affairs in the Office of Congressional and Intergovernmental Affairs, where he was responsible for intergovernmental affairs with tribal, city, and county governments.

Mr. Conrad represented the Department on federal interagency working groups such as Strong Cities, Strong Communities; improving Sacred Sites protection; and the White House Council on Native American Affairs, and coordinated Department-wide implementation of its federal Indian Policy including increasing working knowledge of strengthening positive working relationships with tribal governments on issues related to the Department's scientific, energy development, environmental cleanup, and national security mission.

Mr. Conrad has 20 years of intergovernmental affairs experience in the energy, environmental, economic development, and natural and cultural resources arenas.  Mr. Conrad has served in intergovernmental, legislative, and public affairs positions supporting tribal and local governments, and has experience working with legislative bodies at the federal, tribal, state, and local levels.  He has also held executive leadership positions in the non-profit sector with the National Tribal Environmental Council and the Council of Energy Resource Tribes.

Mr. Conrad holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Santa Clara University and a master’s degree in Environmental Policy and Administration from the University of Wisconsin at Green Bay.

Tala Goudarzi

Job Title: 
Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary
Organization: 
FECM, Department of Energy

Tala Goudarzi joins the office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management (FECM), having worked across the energy industry, both in the public and private sectors. 

Prior to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Tala served as Senior Advisor to the President and CEO of the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) where she corresponded directly with stakeholders and developed campaigns and policy initiatives to address industry challenges, including resource adequacy issues driven by rising AI energy demand. 

Tala also acted as Public Affairs and Policy Advisor to the President of Sempra Infrastructure (SI) providing strategic briefings to leadership for high-stakes engagements, orchestrating executive appearances to align with corporate objectives and facilitating key partner relationships, contributing to the final investment decision (FID) of SI’s Port Arthur LNG Phase One. She also served as Advisor for Strategic Initiatives at the Texas Oil and Gas Association (TXOGA), managing member relations, writing organization content and expanding advocacy through PAC and industry events. 

Before moving to Texas, Tala represented the U.S. Department of Commerce as Senior Advisor to the Chief of Staff and Special Advisor to the Secretary. Here, she advised the Secretary and Chief of Staff on Department-wide organizational and policy issues, including, but not limited to, energy policy and advocacy issues, American Workforce Policy Advisory Board, opportunity zones, economic development, foreign direct investment, and privacy shield. She represented the U.S. Government in trade delegations and met with foreign dignitaries and Heads of State regarding United States trade goals. Tala was also appointed to be the First Lady’s “Be Best,” Ambassador for the Department of Commerce. Prior to Commerce, Tala served as an Advisor to the Secretary at the DOE, where she coordinated and managed the Secretary’s internal agenda and acted as a liaison for all matters pertaining to the Secretary’s foreign and domestic travel and protocol guidelines. 

Tala Goudarzi brings a wealth of experience in energy policy, strategic communication, and stakeholder engagement across both the public and private sectors. With a proven track record in policy development, trade relations, and infrastructure advancement, she remains committed to driving innovation and secure, reliable and abundant energy solutions at the U.S. Department of Energy. 

Tala holds an undergraduate degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and an MBA from the University of Texas at Austin.

Fossil Energy and Carbon Management Tribal Working Group Fall Meeting 2025 - Oklahoma

September 23rd, 2025

The Federal Government has a treaty and trust responsibility to protect Tribal sovereignty and to revitalize Tribal communities, including through economic and energy development. Ensuring Tribal access to funding and incentive opportunities requires sufficient outreach and coordination. As such, the Fossil Energy and Carbon Management (FECM) Tribal Working Group was established in Fall 2024 to provide a portion of this outreach and coordination.  The purpose of the Tribal Working Group is two-fold:  

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