Sunday, December 22, 2024

API Names New President and CEO

Mike Sommers will be the new president and CEO of the American Petroleum Institute, following an election this afternoon by API’s board. Sommers brings two decades of political experience to API, including his current role as president and CEO of the American Investment Council. Sommers will succeed Jack Gerard, who said earlier this year that he will step down this

Lilis Energy Makes Executive Changes

Permian E&P Lilis Energy, Inc. (ticker: LLEX) has appointed Ronald D. Ormand to CEO, in addition to his position as chairman of the board. James W. Denny III has been appointed EVP of production and operations, and the board of directors has also appointed Michael G. Long as a new member of the board. “I am very honored and excited about

Apache Names TPH Alum as Head of Planning and Energy Fundamentals

Apache Corporation (ticker: APA) has named David Pursell as SVP of planning and energy fundamentals, effective March 12, 2018. “I am pleased to welcome Dave to Apache’s executive management team. Dave’s skills, expertise and capabilities will further enhance our robust internal planning processes and assist in the execution of our long-term profitable growth strategy,” said John J. Christmann IV, Apache’s

Laredo Petroleum Announces Management Moves

Laredo Petroleum, Inc. (ticker: LPI) announced this week that Patrick J. Curth, senior VP of exploration and land, will transition to a senior advisor role in anticipation of his retirement in March 2019. VP of Exploration and Geosciences Technology James R. Courtier, VP of Reservoir Engineering Jason R. Greenwald and VP of Land Mark H. Elliott will jointly assume leadership