Location // Hill Country Ballroom

Location // Buses will depart for respective activities from the the Windmill Motor Court.

Lunch will be provided during each activity. Activities include:

Best of San Antonio Tour
Mission Kayak Tour
Historic Missions Tour
Pearl District Tour
Food Enthusiasts Demo Class at the Culinary Institute of America
Glass Blowing Demo & Brewery Tour
National Shooting Complex: Clay Shooting
Natural Bridge Caverns + Twisted Zip Trails and Ropes
Brewstillery Tour

Hotel Activities
Hotel Spa - Limited Space Available
Hotel Golf Tournaments


Activity registration will be available soon. Registration is on a first come, first serve basis.

Location // Fredericksburg Conference Room A-C

George Grunau
Trevor Harlos
Garrett Flowers
Trevor Eckard

Members of Eckard's Acquisition team will be on hand to discuss how they assemble mineral acres to create ELA's various mineral portfolios, and will share insights into the way Eckard views minerals and the portfolios we offer. Attendees will gain a better understanding of the values involved and how our team takes an in-depth approach toward our mineral portfolio strategy and design.

Location // Bandera Conference Room

Garrett Flowers

This session will provide insight into the Eckard viewpoint of the mineral rights acquisition cycle and will discuss Issues like research, components of the cycle to be considered, expected timelines, and how the cycle evolves from step one until minerals are in pay. Topics may include identification of areas of interest (AOI’s), Eckard’s approach to negotiations, standard due diligence, filing of deeds, notification to operators, and much more,

Location // Fredericksburg Conference Room E-G

Guest Speaker - Al Philips
Troy W. Eckard

The fundamentals of basic due diligence are necessary for every investment. It is important to note the difference between pre and post due diligence, topics which require distinct questions and precise answers. This session will focus on the due diligence process, required expectations, and other key considerations to help sophisticated investors mitigate risks and maximize returns.

Location // Fredericksburg Conference Room A-C

Ryan Norris
Chuck Pope

This session will help Eckard partners maximize their experience by how to best utilize all the tools developed by the Eckard team. The Team will demonstrate the central features of the Eckard Insight app, discuss essential resources available, and help Eckard partners understand how to leverage the app's marketplace and real-time data, keeping them up to date on new investments.

Location // Bandera Conference Room

Trevor Harlos

This session is designed to provide Eckard partners a greater clarity in their revenues for all asset classes managed by Eckard. Partners will be able to discuss in-depth aspects of revenue statements, explore accounting processes for Eckard managed assets, and leave equipped with the necessary knowledge to navigate the revenue process with confidence.

How We are Building Eckard for the Next Decade

Location // Fredericksburg Conference Room E-G

Troy W. Eckard
Matt Marchiori

Transitions can be challenging processes, but with the right strategies and planning, they can also be an opportunity for growth and development. This session will explore management’s current focus, opportunities going forward, and plans to build the team to ensure Eckard’s competitive position in the marketplace.

Understanding How Oil & Gas Wells Work

Location // Fredericksburg Conference Room A-C

George Grunau
Trevor Eckard

The Eckard team will discuss the technical aspects of oil and gas well production. This session will provide an overview of drilling, completion, and production of oil and gas wells. Additionally, the team will address decline curves, infill drilling, multiple reservoirs and operator influence on production results.

How To Use Your Self-Directed IRA to fund an investment in Mineral Rights

Location // Bandera Conference Room

Guest Speaker - Derreck Long

Join Derrick Long for an in-depth look into the process of investing through a Self-Directed IRA. Partners will discover the advantages of utilizing a SDIRA to invest in minerals, as well as the necessary rules and regulations that govern such investments. This session is for partners of all levels of experience, from those who are new to investing in mineral rights, to more seasoned partners looking to expand their investment portfolio.

Location // Fredericksburg Conference Room E-G

George Grunau
Trevor W. Eckard

The Eckard team will explore the fundamental principles of working interest, including financial obligations, operational responsibilities, and tax advantages. Partners will learn how working interest participation functions and how they can leverage this knowledge to benefit their portfolios.

Location // Fredericksburg Conference Room A-C

This session will provide an overview of how 1031 exchanges work and their potential benefits for Eckard Partners. We will cover the key rules and requirements for a successful 1031 exchange into minerals, including timelines, property types, and identification rules. We will also explore how to structure a 1031 exchange and provide examples of how this strategy can be used to build and grow a solid mineral rights portfolio.

Location // Bandera Conference Room

Ryan Norris

In this session, Eckard staff will provide an overview of how an internal P2P (Peer to Peer) mineral market will provide Eckard partners the ability to see the "L" in Eckard's AML strategy. This new feature will allow partners the ability to internally purchase minerals directly from other partners. Whether you are a seasoned mineral owner, or a newer Eckard Partner, this session will give you a solid understanding of the benefits of an internal peer-to-peer mineral market as well as how the market will function.

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with us on Friday evening in the spectacular style of Eckard! Enjoy a festive selection of food and drinks alongside a night filled with traditional Cinco de Mayo entertainment. Come in your most festive attire or as you are for a party you won’t soon forget! ¡Nos vemos pronto!