Michael Late Benedum Chapter of AAPL

Michael Late Benedum Chapter of AAPL Our purpose is to represent the men and women engaged in all forms of land matters within the oil, gas and mineral industries.

Particular emphasis is placed on ethics, education and social networking. On July 17, 1959, fifteen landmen held a luncheon in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania for the purpose of organizing a Pittsburgh Chapter of the American Association of Professional Landmen. The new chapter was named in honor of the area's most famous landman, Michael Late Benedum. Today the Michael Late Benedum Chapter of the AAPL is a dynamic organization with members from many areas throughout the Appalachian Basin.

We invite you to join the MLBC in Morgantown at Tropics on May 14 for a social event, an evening designed to bring indus...
04/21/2026

We invite you to join the MLBC in Morgantown at Tropics on May 14 for a social event, an evening designed to bring industry professionals together for networking, conversation, and entertainment.

Enjoy live music, food, drinks, and the opportunity to connect with colleagues in a relaxed setting. Live music will begin at 7:00 PM featuring Brandon Laxton of Tupelo Drive, with registration opening at 5:30 PM.

Events like this are a great opportunity to strengthen relationships across our industry and spend time with fellow professionals outside of the day-to-day work environment.

🔗 Registration is open now at mlbc-aapl.org

We look forward to seeing you there.

Membership Renewal Update 📣 This may be the first time you’re hearing about membership renewal. As many of you know, the...
04/07/2026

Membership Renewal Update 📣

This may be the first time you’re hearing about membership renewal. As many of you know, the MLBC made exciting updates earlier this year with the launch of a new website platform for both the MLBC Association and the MLBC Foundation. We invite you to explore the newly redesigned site and enjoy an improved member experience.

As part of these changes, we’ve encountered new communication challenges largely because “batch” style membership communications are being filtered as spam. Please check your spam folder and add the official MLBC emails below to your contacts to ensure you receive important member communications.

💵 Renewal Cost: $100.00

To renew online:
1️⃣ Log in to the Member Area: https://mlbcaapl.starchapter.com/members.php
2️⃣ Select Pay My Balance from the left-hand menu
3️⃣ Submit your renewal payment

For assistance, contact Abby Veigel, MLBC Executive Director at 📧 [email protected]

To ensure you receive MLBC emails, add these addresses to your contacts:
[email protected]
[email protected]

The MLBC offers many opportunities through continuing education, networking, charity events, and new ways to grow both personally and professionally. If you’d like more information, feel free to respond to this email. Otherwise, check out the upcoming MLBC events on the website. I look forward to connecting with you at an upcoming event soon!

⛳ Save the Date! ⛳The Annual MLBC Spring Charity Golf Outing is set for Friday, May 29, 2026, at Quicksilver Golf Club.📍...
04/03/2026

⛳ Save the Date! ⛳

The Annual MLBC Spring Charity Golf Outing is set for Friday, May 29, 2026, at Quicksilver Golf Club.

📍 2000 Quicksilver Rd, Midway, PA
🕖 Registration opens at 7:00 AM
🏌️ Shotgun start at 8:00 AM
📅 Registration opens in April
💵 $175 per golfer

Join us for this great event as we begin our next charitable chapter with UPMC Magee-Womens Research Institute and Foundation. We are looking forward to a great day of golf, prizes, breakfast, lunch, and community impact.

Registration opens soon and includes a round of golf on Quicksilver Golf Course, formerly a host of the Senior PGA Tour and Korn Ferry Tour.

Sponsorship opportunities are available at multiple levels (see LinkedIn post or MLBC email for additional information). Please contact Spring Golf Chair Jim Kane to reserve your spot today. Sponsors interested in providing additional materials are also encouraged to reach out at [email protected].

MLBC members, we would like to invite you to join us at the American Association of Professional Landmen’s 72nd Annual M...
03/22/2026

MLBC members, we would like to invite you to join us at the American Association of Professional Landmen’s 72nd Annual Meeting June 24-26 in beautiful Salt Lake City, Utah!

https://bit.ly/46lxhO6
Use the code “LOCALAAPL72” to save $72 on full Annual Meeting registrations! Save more by registering with priority rates before April 15. If you’re an Active AAPL member, apply for AAPL assistance to save an extra $300.

The land profession’s premier national professional development and networking event aims to elevate the land profession with relevant education, business-building networking, informative escapades and can’t-miss fun!

Annual Meeting attendees can earn over 12 CEUs as well as CLEs from a variety of states through intriguing presentations on hot topics like landman day rates, AI, ethics, gas markets updates and more. Special general sessions, including the Horizon Breakfast, Opening Session Keynote, Business Meeting, Western Energy Alliance Update and Friday Luncheon, also provide opportunities to earn continuing education credits.

Just as important as education is the chance to reconnect with colleagues and build new relationships with landmen not only from our region, but from all across North America. AAPL’s Annual Meeting offers countless opportunities to do just that, beginning with our Welcome Reception, which also includes our First-Time Attendee Reception. Events such as our Business Meeting and Awards Luncheon, NEW Basin Bash at the Alta Club, breakfasts and networking breaks create natural settings for meaningful conversations that often lead to long-lasting professional connections.

Presented by Michael Late Benedum Chapter of the AAPL and American Association of Professional Landmen, the 2026 Appalac...
03/17/2026

Presented by Michael Late Benedum Chapter of the AAPL and American Association of Professional Landmen, the 2026 Appalachian Land Institute returns to Canonsburg on April 2–3, bringing together industry professionals for two days of timely education, discussion, and networking focused on key issues impacting the Appalachian region.

MLBC members can save $50 on new registrations with code MLBC2026 (valid on new standard-rate registrations after March 16).

The institute consistently sells out and offers valuable CEU opportunities along with meaningful industry connections.

Register here: https://bit.ly/4bBqx1x

The MLBC Awards Committee is now accepting award nominations and volunteer interest for our 2025–2026 Awards Program, re...
03/02/2026

The MLBC Awards Committee is now accepting award nominations and volunteer interest for our 2025–2026 Awards Program, recognizing excellence in the land profession across the Appalachian Basin.

Awards include:
✨ Landman of the Year
✨ J.W. Findley Lifetime Achievement
✨ Friend of MLBC
✨ Best Member Communication

📧 Please refer to the email sent today or visit our LinkedIn page for full award descriptions and eligibility details.

📩 Submit nominations to:
Abby Veigel – [email protected]
Dave Stockman – [email protected]

Know someone deserving? Nominate them today.

📣 RPL/CPL Certification Exam Review – Coming to Canonsburg, PAThe AAPL is hosting an in-person Certification Exam Review...
02/26/2026

📣 RPL/CPL Certification Exam Review – Coming to Canonsburg, PA

The AAPL is hosting an in-person Certification Exam Review Course in Canonsburg this March.

📅 March 25–27, 2026
📍 Canonsburg, PA

This comprehensive course offers focused exam preparation for land professionals pursuing their RPL or CPL certification, earning continuing education credits, or expanding their industry knowledge.

*Please note, this is an AAPL event, so all questions should be directed to [email protected].

🔗 Register here:
https://www.landman.org/events/event-calendar/rpl-cpl-certification-exam-review-canonsburg-pa.html

Attention MLBC Members — We Want to Hear From YOU!Your feedback matters as we begin planning our upcoming meetings and e...
02/20/2026

Attention MLBC Members — We Want to Hear From YOU!

Your feedback matters as we begin planning our upcoming meetings and events. Please take a quick minute to complete the survey below. Your input will help us better serve our membership and expand into more local areas in the future.

🔗 https://tinyurl.com/MLBCMemberSurvey

Thank you for helping us make MLBC stronger and more connected!

We’re excited to announce MLBC’s Third Annual PNC Park Social at PNC Park ⚾️📅 Thursday, July 9, 2026🕧 12:35 PM First Pit...
02/12/2026

We’re excited to announce MLBC’s Third Annual PNC Park Social at PNC Park ⚾️

📅 Thursday, July 9, 2026
🕧 12:35 PM First Pitch

This has become one of our most anticipated events each year, and it consistently sells out. Be on the lookout for registration and sponsorship details coming soon.

The MLBC Foundation will be hosting the 2026 MLBC 5K & Family Fun Run on May 1, 2026, with all proceeds benefiting the M...
02/11/2026

The MLBC Foundation will be hosting the 2026 MLBC 5K & Family Fun Run on May 1, 2026, with all proceeds benefiting the MLBC Foundation’s Scholarship Program.

📍 Morgantown Rail Trail (40 Donley Street, Morgantown, WV)
🕕 6:00 PM Check-In | 7:00 PM Start
🏃‍♂️ 5K or 1 Mile Fun Run
💲 Registration: $20-$35 (Early Bird Pricing)
🎉 After party to follow at Table 9

We’d love to see members of the community, local businesses, and supporters come out to participate and help make an impact. Please scan the QR code on the flyer to register.

If your company is interested in sponsoring this charitable event, please reach out to John Conrad at [email protected].

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Bridgeport, WV
26330

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