LONDON, AUGUST 3rd, 2015 - Oil & Money, the market-leading conference convened by the International New York Times and Energy Intelligence, has today announced the recipients of the 2015 Leaders for Tomorrow scholarship.

The scholarship aims to support the next generation of global industry leaders and executives with a coveted place at the annual Oil & Money conference, which takes place in London on October 6th and 7th, 2015. Those selected will also attend the Energy Intelligence Petroleum Executive of the Year Award Dinner along with receiving assistance for travel and accommodation.

The 2015 Oil & Money Leaders for Tomorrow scholarship recipients include:

  • Mohamed Tariq Al Hamami (United Arab Emirates)
  • Hannah Braun (Poland)
  • Denis Feoktistov (Russia)
  • Vanina Gergorin (United States)
  • Sebastien Guitton (France)
  • Jennifer N. Heullant (United States)
  • Weiqi Li (China)
  • Steven Mueller (Germany)
  • Paul Odongo (Uganda)
  • Frederick Ritter (Canada)

Sarah White, a member of the Leaders for Tomorrow Selection Committee, said: "This scholarship looks to provide the next generation of energy professionals with a unique opportunity to engage with today's influential leaders in the oil and gas industry.

"The judging panel was really impressed with the number and caliber of applications this year. However, it was the tremendous level of thought and insight demonstrated by this year's successful recipients that differentiated them from the pack. We hope their attendance to the conference will start them on the path to a fulfilling career in this dynamic and exciting industry."

Sebastien Guitton, a 2015 scholarship winner, said, "I have no doubt that this will be a once in a lifetime experience for me to meet and network with top oil and gas executives as well as learn about the latest trends and development in the industry."

Launched in 2013 with the initial support of Christophe de Margerie, then Chairman and CEO of Total, the scholarship looks to support the next generation of leaders and executives in the oil and gas industry. Prior to 2015, it has provided 30 conference places to ambitious graduates.

The Oil & Money conference, now in its 36th year, is jointly convened by the International New York Times and Energy Intelligence. The conference brings together energy and finance leaders to discuss the current and emerging issues confronting the international oil and gas industry.

The 2015 Leaders for Tomorrow scholarship program is sponsored by Mercantil and Weatherford International.

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Notes to Editor
Media accreditation for the Oil & Money 2015 conference is currently open. Accreditation requests must be submitted to press@oilandmoney.com by Tuesday, September 29th. Please note that there will be no on-site accreditation. All accreditation requests are subject to final confirmation by Energy Intelligence and the International New York Times.

About Oil & Money
In London, for the past 35 years, the Oil & Money conference has been one of the most important and exclusive annual energy gatherings in the world. Attended by over 500 of the most influential senior decision-makers from the oil and gas industry, along with financiers and bankers, legal experts and government ministers, the conference is a must attend event for the international oil and gas industry. Attendees, who come from more than 40 countries, gather to network with their peers, exchange insights and discuss the central challenges facing the international oil and gas business. The conference addresses current and emerging issues confronting the global oil and gas industry. Sponsors of Oil & Money 2015 include Total, Schlumberger, Exxon Mobil, UBS, Weatherford International, Sonangol, The Carlyle Group, Mercantil, and Oranje-Nassau Energie.

About the International New York Times (global.nytimes.com)
International New York Times is a leading international news source for opinion leaders and decision-makers around the globe. International New York Times includes the journalism of The New York Times, tailored for a global audience, and launched in print and online on October 15, 2013, with dedicated newsrooms in Paris, London, Hong Kong and New York. International New York Times succeeds the International Herald Tribune, a publication based in Paris since 1887. For more information, visit www.NYTCo.com.

Energy Intelligence (www.energyintel.com)
Energy Intelligence (EI) is the leading independent provider of energy news, analysis, data and research. Our award-winning information services set the industry standard for excellence, and our proprietary data are indispensable for all energy professionals. Research & Advisory, an independent arm of EI, provides retainer services, manages projects for clients internationally and compiles incisive reports and data analytics. Energy Intelligence also hosts several events, including the prestigious Oil & Money conference and Global Energy Intelligence Day, Moscow. Providing over 60 years of expert energy coverage, EI is your guide to understanding today's biggest stories and taking advantage of tomorrow's opportunities.

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