Hirings, promotions, and other personnel matters in the nation’s biggest oil patch—or in companies who do business in the Permian Basin. ConocoPhillips announced Aug. 6 that Andy O’Brien, Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President, Strategy and Commercial, succeeds Ryan Lance as President and CEO. O’Brien joins the board of directors with his appointment. […]
Permian People: September 2026
Hirings, promotions, and other personnel matters in the nation’s biggest oil patch—or in companies who do business in the Permian Basin. ExxonMobil Pipeline Company announced July 28 that Rozena Dendy has assumed the role of President of ExxonMobil Pipeline Company, effective that day. A proven leader with extensive experience across our organization, Dendy most […]
Permian People August 2026
Hirings, promotions, and other personnel matters in the nation’s biggest oil patch, the Permian Basin, or in companies who do business here. Bracewell LLP announced June 15 that Kevin Brophy and Ming Lei have joined Bracewell’s Houston office as partners in the oil and gas transactions group. The two partners bring complementary upstream and midstream practices […]
Permian People: July 2026
Hirings, promotions, and other personnel matters in the nation’s biggest oil patch—or in companies who do business in the Permian Basin. The Cynthia and George Mitchell Foundation (CGMF) announced May 19 that Marilu Hastings, Executive Vice President and Director of the Mitchell Innovation Lab, is launching an independent advisory firm, Meridian House, departing the foundation […]
Permian People: June 2026
Hirings, promotions, and other personnel matters in the nation’s biggest oil patch—or in companies who do business here in the Permian Basin. Matador Resources Company announced on April 27 two promotions, effective as of April 21. Christopher P. Calvert has been promoted to Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer and Glenn W. Stetson has been promoted […]
Permian People; May 2026
Hirings, promotions, and other personnel matters in the nation’s biggest oil patch—or in companies who do business in the Permian Basin. Text: Burckhardt Compression (US) Inc. made a key addition to its executive lineup March 24 with the appointment of Álvaro Grande, who joined the team in the United States as Head of […]
Permian People: April 2026
Hirings, promotions, and other personnel matters in the nation’s biggest oil patch—or in companies who do business here in the Permian Basin for April 2026. Glenfarne Group, LLC, a developer, owner‑operator, and industrial manager of energy and infrastructure assets, announced Feb. 12 that it had hired Scott Meller, CFA, as Head of Capital […]
Permian People: Movers and Shakers February 2026
Hirings, promotions, and other personnel matters in the nation’s biggest oil patch—or in companies who do business in the Permian. BP p.l.c. announced Dec. 17 that the BP board appointed Meg O’Neill as BP’s next Chief Executive Officer, effective April 1. Murray Auchincloss decided to step down from his position as CEO and director […]
Permian People: January 2026
Hirings, promotions, and other personnel matters in the nation’s biggest oil patch—or in companies who do business here in the Permian. Text: Enterprise Products Partners L.P. announced Nov. 20 that the board of directors of its general partner elected Michael C. “Tug” Hanley as Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer with responsibility for […]
Permian People September 2025
The Permian Basin hirings, promotions, and other personnel matters in the nation’s biggest oil patch—or in companies who do business here. Halliburton Company announced July 14 a change to the company’s senior executive leadership as part of its succession management process. Effective July 16, Stephanie Holzhauser assumed the role of senior vice president and […]
















