Building an Agile, Resilient and Connected Workforce

March 23 - 25, 2026 | The Westin Galleria Houston, Texas

View Event Guide

Ziad Habayeb

Principal Radio Networks Engineer Chevron, Corp.

Seasoned systems engineer with over 20 years of progressive experience in Fortune 100 global companies, energy and petrochemicals, public safety, federal government contractors (NASA), and consulting organizations within the telecom and wireless industries. Skilled in leading customer projects, including planning, designing, and engineering complex telecommunications systems for diverse clients. Demonstrated success in driving results through strategic and hands-on project management and technical leadership, while effectively influencing key stakeholders across multiple organizations. Recognized for innovative technical solutions that meet unique and complex customer requirements and business objectives. Strong communicator and customer-focused relationship builder, seeking a challenging leadership role in the design and implementation of advanced enterprise wireless systems.

Main Conference Day Two | Wednesday, March 25 2026

11:05 AM Panel Discussion: Connecting the Unconnected: Enabling Connected Workers Through Private Cellular Networks

As energy companies expand operations into remote and high-risk environments, the need for secure, reliable, and low-cost connectivity becomes critical. This session explores Chevron’s journey to deploy and expand private cellular networks. This initiative focuses on providing reliable high-speed coverage with minimal latency in remote areas to support secure and efficient operations. Kathryn, Ziad and Jason will share their insights, discuss challenges, and outline the roadmap toward 5G deployment.

Understanding the limitations of Wi-Fi and public cellular networks in remote locations
Articulating why oil and gas companies are shifting to private cellular infrastructure
Identifying the challenges associated with private cellular networks
Sharing the importance of cross-functional teams, connectivity, cybersecurity, and vendor partners, in driving successful connected worker enablement

Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Ziad.

Download The Latest Agenda

In Partnership With:

QUESTIONS?