Committees
The Society of Petroleum Engineers Aberdeen Section
Continuing Education
The Continuing Education (CE) Committee is responsible for organising technical conferences and event for the Aberdeen SPE Section.
The SPE‘s Mission is:
“to collect, disseminate, and exchange technical knowledge concerning the exploration, development and production of oil and gas resources, and related technologies for the public benefit; and to provide opportunities for professionals to enhance their technical and professional competence.”
That’s just what we do, we look for gaps in the industry and look provide knowledge sharing. From well-known names such as Topsides UK and DEVEX through to newer events such as the CO2 Storage and Geothermal conferences to our newly launched Energy Futures conference.
It’s not just SPE, we actively team up with many other industry societies such as ICoTA, GESGB, IMechE, AFES and AREG to name a few. This enriches our technical content and makes it easier to reach a wider audience and ensure we are enhancing everyone’s efforts rather than overlapping or duplicating.
Each event has its own committee structure with an appointed chair and vice-chair. We like to maintain continuity and make succession plans, so we look for the vice-chair to take the reigns at the next event. The committee is made up between 10-15 technical experts from across industry and academia and we are fortunate enough to have a huge input from the Operator community.
We are constantly seeking technical experts and organisers to participate in the various event committees. We’d also welcome any suggestions for technical subjects not already covered.
The CE Committee itself currently consists of a Chair and a Vice-Chair. Due to the success of our events programme and the sheer number and variety of events, we are actively seeking interested SPE members to join in and hopefully increase this committee.
Being a part of the CE committee gives an insight into the process of putting together multiple large-scale events. It allows you to converse with some of the best technical experts in the industry and opens up a whole new area of networking.
For all enquires email aberdeen.admin@spe-uk.org
Committee Members
Kelly Murray
Chair - Continuing Education
Kelly Murray
Chair - Continuing Education
Kelly Murray is an accomplished leader in the energy sector, with over 20 years of experience in oil and gas, offshore operations, and strategic business development. With a BScHons in Design for Industry and an Executive MBA, Kelly is a passionate advocate for the energy transition. She enjoys supporting entrepreneurial companies to thrive and has a keen interest in distinctive technical innovations and company cultures. As a member of the SPE Aberdeen Continuing Education committee, Kelly is also an enthusiastic supporter of younger generations entering the energy sector.
Beth Anderson Gillard
Section Vice Chair
Beth Anderson Gillard brings over 25 years of experience in wells, drilling, business development, and digital solutions. She holds an MBA in Oil and Gas Management from Robert Gordon University and is widely recognised for her strengths in client relationship management, strategic account development, and project planning. Beth has contributed to industry dialogue and collaboration, most recently by serving as Chair of the SPE Well Decommissioning Conference 2025.
Rachael McRonald
CE Committee Member
Rachael McRonald has over 25 years’ experience in the oil and gas industry with a background in various reservoir engineering and TL roles following a BEng in Chemical Engineering from Heriot-Watt University.
Beth Anderson Gillard
Section Vice Chair
Kelly Murray
Chair - Continuing Education
Kelly Murray is an accomplished leader in the energy sector, with over 20 years of experience in oil and gas, offshore operations, and strategic business development. With a BScHons in Design for Industry and an Executive MBA, Kelly is a passionate advocate for the energy transition. She enjoys supporting entrepreneurial companies to thrive and has a keen interest in distinctive technical innovations and company cultures. As a member of the SPE Aberdeen Continuing Education committee, Kelly is also an enthusiastic supporter of younger generations entering the energy sector.
Beth Anderson Gillard
Section Vice Chair
Beth Anderson Gillard brings over 25 years of experience in wells, drilling, business development, and digital solutions. She holds an MBA in Oil and Gas Management from Robert Gordon University and is widely recognised for her strengths in client relationship management, strategic account development, and project planning. Beth has contributed to industry dialogue and collaboration, most recently by serving as Chair of the SPE Well Decommissioning Conference 2025.
Rachael McRonald
CE Committee Member
Rachael McRonald has over 25 years’ experience in the oil and gas industry with a background in various reservoir engineering and TL roles following a BEng in Chemical Engineering from Heriot-Watt University.
Rachael McRonald
CE Committee Member
Kelly Murray
Chair - Continuing Education
Kelly Murray is an accomplished leader in the energy sector, with over 20 years of experience in oil and gas, offshore operations, and strategic business development. With a BScHons in Design for Industry and an Executive MBA, Kelly is a passionate advocate for the energy transition. She enjoys supporting entrepreneurial companies to thrive and has a keen interest in distinctive technical innovations and company cultures. As a member of the SPE Aberdeen Continuing Education committee, Kelly is also an enthusiastic supporter of younger generations entering the energy sector.
Beth Anderson Gillard
Section Vice Chair
Beth Anderson Gillard brings over 25 years of experience in wells, drilling, business development, and digital solutions. She holds an MBA in Oil and Gas Management from Robert Gordon University and is widely recognised for her strengths in client relationship management, strategic account development, and project planning. Beth has contributed to industry dialogue and collaboration, most recently by serving as Chair of the SPE Well Decommissioning Conference 2025.
Rachael McRonald
CE Committee Member
Rachael McRonald has over 25 years’ experience in the oil and gas industry with a background in various reservoir engineering and TL roles following a BEng in Chemical Engineering from Heriot-Watt University.
