The escalation of conflict between the United States and Iran is sending ripples across global energy markets, with immediate impacts on crude oil and LNG pricing. These shifts are driving higher transportation and fuel-related costs, creating near-term challenges for procurement leaders.

Interestingly, U.S. domestic electricity and natural gas markets have remained relatively insulated thus far, thus highlighting a divergence between global and domestic energy dynamics. However, longer-term risks remain, particularly around the future of U.S. LNG exports and how global demand reshaping could eventually influence domestic pricing structures.

This virtual roundtable will explore how sourcing executives should interpret these developments, manage near-term volatility, and position their organizations for potential longer-term structural shifts in energy markets.

Discussion led by: Tradition Energy

Bob Wooten, Executive Director | Tradition Energy

Bob leads the firm’s National Accounts division and overseeing Strategic Partnerships nationwide. A member of the Management Committee, he helps shape client engagement strategy and expand the firm’s market presence. Bob has more than 25 years of experience designing complex energy procurement programs across the public and private sectors. Before joining Tradition in 2007, he led energy initiatives at the Houston-Galveston Area Council and previously worked at Johnson Controls. He holds degrees from Texas A&M University and the University of Houston.

Gary Cunningham, Director of Market Research | Tradition Energy

Gary leads the team responsible for analyzing U.S. wholesale and retail power and natural gas markets. With more than 30 years of industry experience, he oversees the firm’s market intelligence, forecasts, and reporting that guide client procurement strategies. Prior to joining Tradition, Gary held senior roles at Energy New England, Goldman Sachs, and Eversource Energy. He holds a BS in Mathematics from the University of Massachusetts.

About Tradition Energy

Tradition Energy is the nation’s #1-ranked energy procurement and sustainability solutions advisor*, helping organizations take control of energy costs through market intelligence, strategic sourcing, and unmatched supplier leverage. Trusted by leading commercial, industrial, and government clients, we deliver measurable savings and smarter energy decisions. Tradition Energy is part of the Tradition Group (SWX:CFT), a global leader in financial products and commodities with over 2,400 employees in 30 countries.