He started his career with Mobil Oil in 1985. Mr. Robert has 30 years of industry experience and over 28 years of management experience.
Mr. Robert graduated from Texas A&M University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Petroleum Engineering.
Mr. Robert is a registered engineer in the State of Texas, and is a 30-year member of the Society of Petroleum Engineers. He also serves on industry boards for the Permian Basin Petroleum Association, American Exploration and Production Council, the National Petroleum Council, the Texas A&M Petroleum Engineering Advisory Board, the All-American Wildcatters and the American Petroleum Institute. Additionally, he is on local community boards for Manor Park Retirement Center in Midland, the Midland Memorial Hospital, the Midland Chamber of Commerce and the Dynamic Catholic Institute.
His strengths include deal closing, negotiating and the ability to always find a solution.
Mr. Robert has served as our Chairman of the Board since February 2020, as our Chief Executive Officer since January 2012