FIFTH ANNUAL
Texas Grit. Gatsby Glamour.
A Night Of Energy, Purpose, and Progress.
A Night Of Energy, Purpose, and Progress.
Oil and Gatsby Energy Ball
The Oil & Gatsby Energy Ball is the energy industry’s premier black-tie celebration, bringing together the people, companies, and innovations that power the modern world. Presented by Social Octane and Energy Strong, the event blends Texas Grit with Gatsby Glamour through the exclusive Taste of Texas VIP Experience, the inaugural Fuel The Energy Awards honoring 10 industry leaders creating positive impact and momentum across the energy sector, premium hospitality, immersive sponsor activations, live entertainment, luxury networking, and the Oil & Gatsby Lucky Draw.
More than an annual gala, the Energy Ball celebrates a year-round movement dedicated to strengthening relationships, honoring leadership, supporting nonprofit organizations, and championing the vital role reliable, abundant energy plays in driving innovation, economic prosperity, and human flourishing. We believe energy built the modern world—and the future will require more energy, more innovation, and more collaboration. Together, we celebrate the people making that future possible while creating meaningful impact for the communities we serve.
Together, We Power Its Future.
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Event Information
- Friday November 20th, 2026 from 7:30pm to 11:30pm (last call 11:00 pm)
- VIP Taste of Texas experience and Fuel The Energy Awards from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
- Haywire Venue, 947 Gessner Rd Ste A 100, Houston, TX 77024.
- Set in one of Houston’s premier venues, Haywire provides the perfect backdrop for an evening that blends luxury, Western heritage, and modern energy leadership.
The Oil & Gatsby Energy Ball is the energy industry’s premier black-tie celebration, bringing together the people, companies, and leaders who power the modern world.
Hosted by Social Octane & Energy Strong
Our Mission
Celebrate the people, companies, and innovations driving the energy industry.
Strengthen relationships across every sector of the energy ecosystem.
Support nonprofit organizations creating meaningful impact in our communities.
Inspire and invest in the next generation of energy leaders.
Our Cause
Unite the energy industry around a shared purpose.
Raise significant funding and awareness for participating nonprofit organizations.
Champion the importance of reliable, abundant energy and the people who make it possible.
The Experience
Taste of Texas VIP Experience
Fuel The Energy Awards
Premium food, cocktails, whiskey & tequila tastings
Live entertainment and immersive sponsor activations
Casino Island, Champagne Lounge & Cigar Patio
Luxury networking with executives, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals
Our Belief
Energy built the modern world. Together, We Power Its Future.
The Oil & Gatsby Energy Ball is proudly produced by Social Octane, marketing partner Digital Brand House, and industry advocacy group Energy Strong, these 3 organizations are dedicated to creating meaningful relationships and bringing together the energy industry through world-class events and marketing.
The evening benefits:
- RedM
- Orphan Well Project (OWP)
Together with our presenting partners, sponsors, nonprofit organizations, and community leaders, we are creating an event that brings every corner of the industry together. From operators and service companies to investors, entrepreneurs, technology innovators, and the next generation of energy professionals.
Whether you are attending as a sponsor, hosting clients, entertaining prospects, supporting a nonprofit, or simply looking to connect with exceptional people, you’ll be part of one of Houston’s premier energy networking experiences.
The energy industry runs on relationships; built through conversations, trust, and the right introductions.
The Oil & Gatsby Charity Gala creates the environment where those connections happen naturally.
By attending, you will have the opportunity to:
- Build meaningful relationships with industry leaders.
- Strengthen your company’s visibility within Houston’s energy community.
- Entertain clients, prospects, and employees in an unforgettable setting.
- Support impactful nonprofit organizations making a real difference.
- Experience one of the most unique networking events in the industry.
Whether you are an executive, business owner, engineer, investor, or entrepreneur, this evening is designed to connect remarkable people in an extraordinary atmosphere.
TICKETS
General Admission (1): $350
General Admission Ticket Bundle (2): $650
General Admission Ticket Bundle (4): $1200
VIP Experience Ticket: SOLD OUT
VIP Tickets are reserved to Premium Sponsorships
Company Table Sponsor (10 GA Tickets): $6000
*Tickets are exclusively accessible online, on-site purchases will not be available.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Net proceeds from the Oil & Gatsby Charity Ball will be donated to the participating nonprofit organizations. Eligible sponsorships and charitable contributions may be tax-deductible to the extent permitted by applicable law.
PREMIUM ELITE EVENT SPONSORSHIPS
Lead the Evening. Shape the Experience.
Our Premium Elite Sponsorships are the highest level of partnership, placing your brand at the center of the Oil & Gatsby Energy Ball. These exclusive opportunities deliver unmatched visibility, executive engagement, premium hospitality, and recognition before, during, and after the event.
Reserved for companies looking to make a lasting impact on the industry’s premier networking experience.
PREMIUM EXPERIENCE SPONSORSHIPS
Own One of the Evening’s Signature Experiences.
From the Whiskey Room to Casino Island, these sponsorships allow your company to become synonymous with one of the most memorable destinations of the night. Each experience is thoughtfully curated to maximize guest interaction, conversation, and brand engagement.
Designed for companies that want their brand remembered long after the evening ends.
PREMIUM SUPPORTING SPONSORSHIPS
Elevate the Details That Define a Luxury Experience.
Every exceptional event is built on thoughtful hospitality. These sponsorships support the premium guest experience while providing meaningful brand exposure throughout the evening. From the first arrival to the final farewell, these opportunities keep your company visible in the moments guests appreciate most.
An ideal partnership for organizations looking to support the event while connecting with Houston’s energy leadership community.
STANDARD SPONSORSHIP TERMS
- Sponsorship opportunities are available on a first-committed, first-paid basis.
- Final branding locations and specifications are subject to venue, production, and design approval.
- Sponsors must submit logos, advertisements, guest information, and approved activation materials by the stated production deadlines.
- Custom-branded items supplied by sponsors may be subject to additional production costs.
- Sponsorship recognition begins after receipt of a signed agreement and required payment.
- Reserved tables are provided only where specifically included in the sponsorship deliverables.
- VIP Table, VIP Coat Check, Supporting, and Community Sponsorships do not include early admission or access to the Taste of Texas VIP Experience unless otherwise provided in writing.
- Eligible sponsorships and charitable contributions may be tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
- Net proceeds from the Oil & Gatsby Charity Ball will be donated to the participating nonprofit organizations.
Thank You Past VIP Table Sponsors
Thank You Past Premium Sponsors
Where Texas Heritage Meets Timeless Elegance
The Oil & Gatsby Charity Gala was created to blend the bold spirit of Texas with the timeless elegance of the Gatsby era—and there is no better setting than Haywire Houston.
With its refined Texas design, natural materials, warm atmosphere, and authentic hospitality, Haywire captures the essence of modern Western luxury. For one unforgettable evening, the venue will be elevated with Gatsby-inspired glamour, featuring champagne, premium spirits, live entertainment, and immersive experiences throughout.
THE TRAVEL MAP
EVENT HOST & PLANNER
Social Octane Fosters strategic partnerships and connections within the energy sector; we lead and empower our partners to develop key relationships through promotion, marketing, distribution, and facilitations of unique events within a focused network.
We believe our mission is to take our journeys and lessons learned of doing things different to help empower the industry to step up the level of how we market ourselves, not only to each other but to do it so good that we start connecting with people outside this industry.
EVENT MEDIA PARTNER
Ignite Your Brand! Digital Brand House is a full suite Marketing Agency, but we go beyond traditions. We are architects of digital excellence dedicated to transforming your business through innovative digital solutions.
We believe that great marketing creates ENERGY.
EVENT CHARITY RECIPIENT
redM was started by Houston based NOV’s CTO and CMO David Reid to provide a path for Houston’s industry leaders and professionals to do something about sex trafficking. redM is a 501c3 organization with a diverse leadership team and no paid staff. All funds go to the support of redM activities that 100% are for the support of survivors of sex trafficking and over 50% of donations are returned back to the organizations served.
EVENT CHARITY RECIPIENT
Oilfield NextGen is a visionary project that facilitates the recruitment and training of the next generation of entry-level oil and gas personnel from technicians to Sr. Management levels. Designed by and for the Oil and Gas Industry, the program will mentor todays youth on their career and educational path to ensure quick advancement, proper training and safety awareness needed in the oil and gas market today and in the years to come.
EVENT CHARITY RECIPIENT
The Orphan Well Project is a non-profit dedicated to the Oil & Gas industry to be RESPONSIBLE, PROACTIVE, and take ACTION. Their mission is to form partnerships, raise money, and empower the industry as a whole to chip in any way they can to help address high risk issues before they become a risk to the public health and safety. The vision is to capture each project with high level videography to tell the story of the life of that (well, pipeline, facility, etc) and how much it has contributed to its local communities.
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