01 / TECHNICAL EXCHANGE
Technical knowledge
Exchange practical experience and explore developments in petroleum engineering, energy technology and industry operations.
Welcome to SPE Miami Section
Connecting South Florida’s
energy community.
A meeting place for technical knowledge, professional growth and international collaboration across the energy industry.
Established October 15, 2026 · Society of Petroleum EngineersBased in South Florida. Connected internationally.
About our section
A local community.
An international perspective.
The SPE Miami Section brings together engineers, geoscientists, executives, consultants, academics and technology professionals throughout South Florida.
With Miami as a gateway to the Americas and beyond, our section creates opportunities to exchange technical experience, strengthen professional relationships and support continuing development across the energy industry.
Events & announcements
Learn together. Stay connected.
OCT212026
Past event · Webinar
The Institutional Gap
The Institutional Gap, presented by Ing. José Luis Ortiz Volcan. A discussion of the lessons of the past and the challenges and opportunities shaping the energy sector.
Online · October 21, 2026 · 12:00 PM U.S. Eastern TimeUpcoming event dates and registration details will be posted here when confirmed.
Get involved
Opportunities to engage
02 / PROFESSIONAL COMMUNITY
Professional connections
Connect with peers across disciplines, share perspectives and build relationships within South Florida’s international energy community.
03 / NEXT GENERATION
Learning & mentorship
Support professional development, encourage university engagement and help emerging professionals build their industry knowledge.
Section leadership
Led by the community
Our founding leadership is committed to technical excellence, member engagement and a strong professional community.
Founding board of directors
Orlando Pérez Vecino
Chair
Alexander Brener
Program Chair
Vanessa Mendoza
Secretary
German Gomez
Treasurer
Ben Akerstain
Membership Chair
Section news
SPE Miami Section is official
October 15, 2026 · Miami, Florida
Meet our founding board and discover the vision behind our new professional community.
In Petroleum magazine
Un puente para el conocimiento, published October 20, 2026, introduces the Miami Section and its focus on knowledge sharing and international collaboration.
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Join SPE to explore membership, technical resources and opportunities to participate in the global energy community.
Contact us
SPE Miami Section
Serving the energy professional community in South Florida.
3001 W Hallandale Beach Blvd, Suite 302Hallandale Beach, FL 33019
Mailing address. Event venues are listed separately for each event.
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