Your membership in Western Energy Alliance is an investment in the future of the independent oil and gas industry in the Rocky Mountain West.  Join over 400 other member companies in a shared commitment to improve business conditions, expand opportunities and move the industry forward.

Your membership dollars fund critical advocacy programs that promote demand for natural gas and oil and protect supply at the regional and federal levels.  In addition to our advocacy efforts, Western Energy Alliance holds networking and informational events that bring together industry executives and professionals from across the region.

Additional member benefits include:

  • Subscription to the Wildcatter Weekly, an executive summary of the week’s events impacting natural gas and oil producers in the Intermountain West
  • A professional staff actively influencing regulatory actions and legislation on behalf of your business
  • An active volunteer board of directors and standing committees shaping critical policy issues
  • Business-critical communications via the Daily News Brief
  • Aggressive media and public relations messaging through multi-media outlets nationwide
  • Invitations to workshops and seminars that provide critical information and education on important issues
  • Access to the on-line membership directory, as well as our robust online tool for managing your membership information
  • Participation in key annual events, including:
    • Annual Meeting and Summer Conference: network with industry leadership while staying on top of trends and issues impacting business in the Rockies
    • Wildcatter of the Year Black Tie Gala: re-connect with colleagues, friends, and recognize industry pioneers and innovators during this revered annual tradition
    • Washington Call-Up: learn more about the political process and directly help influence policies on behalf of your business
  • Member rates at all Western Energy Alliance events, workshops and seminars
  • Complimentary subscription for your organization to the American Oil and Gas Reporter

Membership Levels and Annual Dues

Download the 2011 member application here.

Associate Membership: $1,000

Designed for individuals in the industry, this level will help keep you informed, involved, and provide unique access to the industry through the benefits listed above.

Professional Membership: $5,000

Extend member benefits to all employees for one great rate. Includes all member benefits listed above for your entire organization.

Wildcatter Membership: $10,000

An upgraded membership level with significant public recognition for your organization. In addition to the member benefits listed above, your company receives:

-          Company logo on special Western Energy Alliance announcements

Black Gold Membership: $25,000

An additional upgrade offering increased exposure to the  membership as a whole.  In addition to all benefits listed above, a Black Gold Membership includes:

-          Company logo on special Western Energy Alliance announcements
-          Special recognition at annual events

Sustaining Membership: $50,000

The most elite membership level available to member companies. As a leader in the industry, Sustaining Members support Western Energy Alliance’s efforts through significant investment and help drive the mission of the organization forward. In return, a sustaining membership includes:
-          Platinum-level sponsorships at our most widely-attended annual events: Wildcatter of the Year Gala and the Annual Meeting (event sponsorships are valued at $30,000)