2026 Louisiana Energy Awards

For generations, Louisiana's energy sector has been a cornerstone of the state's economy and identity. The Louisiana Energy Awards exists to honor that legacy — and to recognize the innovators writing its next chapter. Join us for an evening celebrating the people and organizations that keep Louisiana at the forefront of American energy.

November 18 | 6:15-9:00 PM

Doors open at 6:15 PM

Cocktails from 6:15-7:00 PM

Program and dinner beginning at 7:00 PM

Business or Cocktail Attire Recommended

For overnight accommodations, please click here to book your stay at L'Auberge Casino & Hotel.

2026 Honorees + Finalists

Lifetime Achievement Award
Art Favre, founder and chairman, Performance Contractors

Community Impact Award
ExxonMobil

Energy Deal of the Year finalists
HYUNDAI-POSCO Louisiana Steel
Shintech Plaquemine Plant 4
Argent LNG

Energy Company of the Year — Small to Midsized finalists
RES Contractors
Orion Engineers + Constructors
The TJC Group

Energy Company of the Year — Large finalists
Shell
Entergy Louisiana
Danos
Excel Group

Emerging Energy Leader finalists
Dustin Davidson, secretary, Louisiana Department of Conservation and Energy
David Carter, principal, Emergent Method
Laura Beauchamp, vice president of business operations and strategy, Entergy Louisiana

Energy Executive of the Year finalists
Danny Cedotal, vice president of manufacturing, Shintech
Colette Hirstius, president, Shell USA, and executive vice president, Shell Gulf of America
Paul Danos, owner and CEO, Danos