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Kimberly A. Bowman 2025 NADOA President
Our 52nd Annual Institute was held just a few weeks ago at The Westin Copley Place in Boston, MA. A few years ago, I hoped to bring NADOA to a city we had never visited before, and Boston did not disap- point! The weather was perfect, the sightseeing was endless, the food was outstanding, and our lineup of speakers was incredible—everyone was raving about this year’s Institute. First, I want to say that it truly takes an army to put on Institute. Planning begins years in advance, and countless hours go into making it a success. To everyone involved, I extend my sincere gratitude. A special thank you to Valerie Wible and Jennifer Beyer , Institute Chairs, and their committee for orchestrating one of the best Institutes on record. Thank you also to Norma Dooley for managing our hotel logistics—from AV and catering to room reservations and everything in between. Norma’s commit- tee, Gorden Gallet (hotel reservations) and Kaprice Pearson (food), did an outstanding job. Chase Howell —thank you for your efforts in pulling together such a strong speaker lineup. Of course, no Institute would be complete without fun, and our FUN Committee — Michelle Harris- Fairclough , Stephanie Moore , and Joe Carpini —outdid themselves. The Welcome Reception was one of the best in years, and the outing to Urban Wild was a true highlight. Thank you all! I’ve only scratched the surface of everyone who contributed, but please know that I deeply appreciate the work and dedication that made this Institute a success. EXCELLENT JOB to all! As my year as NADOA President comes to a close, I know the association will continue to thrive under the leadership of Jean Hinton , who will host next year’s Institute at the Las Colinas Omni. I encourage each of you to get involved by volunteering on one of our many committees or helping with the 2026 Institute. Our volunteers are what make this organization so special. The experience is rewarding, and you’ll have the chance to meet and work with some of the best professionals in the energy industry. You won’t regret it! On a personal note, one of my fondest memories from Boston was having my daughter, Ashley Ginter , with me. She is following in my footsteps, working at PakEnergy in Oklahoma City. After Institute, Ashley and I took a commuter train trip to Rockport, MA – a breathtaking Hallmark-worthy coastal town about an hour and a half away. The locals were so friendly, and we enjoyed the best clam chowder we’ve ever
had. As we headed back to the train, neither of us wanted to leave. We are already plan- ning to return for a longer stay. Now, as we move into the holiday season (yes, I already have my Christmas tree down from the attic!), I encourage you to enjoy this time with your friends and family. May it be filled with gratitude, blessings, and joy. Happy Fall, and THANK YOU for a won- derful Institute!
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