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- 6 days ago41 min
#96. Scott Gromer on Fast, Distributed Power for Oilfields & Data Centers
Recorded live at the Piper Sandler Energy Conference in Las Vegas, hosts David de Roode and Victoria Beard Queen sit down with Scott Gromer, President and CEO of Mesa Power Solutions, to discuss how fast‑deploy, distributed power is transforming energy infrastructure.Scott shares Mesa’s journey from a seven‑person startup to a 900‑plus‑employee company delivering turnkey natural gas power solutions across the oilfield, industrial facilities, utilities, and data centers, shaped by military leadership, strong culture, and disciplined execution.The conversation dives into today’s surge in electricity demand driven by reshoring, electrification, AI, and data centers, and why constrained grids and turbine supply chains are accelerating the shift toward reciprocating engines, behind‑the‑meter generation, and microgrids. From modular peaker‑style solutions to an “all‑of‑the‑above” power strategy, Scott outlines what it will take to deliver reliable, flexible power for the next generation of energy consumers.00:00 Why Oil And Gas Matters00:36 Podcast And Sponsors01:59 Conference Welcome Banter03:03 Meet Scott Grimmer04:25 From Military To Power05:26 Early Career Lessons06:34 Mesa Elevator Pitch07:48 Power Demand Perfect Storm10:06 Recips And Supply Chain12:14 Starting Mesa From Zero14:08 Boone Pickens Origin Story17:15 Mesa 2.0 Growth Markets19:55 Data Centers And Infrastructure Reality21:54 All Of The Above Power22:34 Supply Chain In House23:49 Family Work Balance25:15 Military Leadership Lessons26:32 Connecting With 900 Employees28:44 Selling The Business30:33 Culture And Core Values32:45 Choosing New Markets33:58 Coaching And Priorities35:58 Proudest Military Moment37:13 Mesa Vision And Global39:35 Final Wisdom And Wrap
- 1 weeks ago39 min
#95. Rich Reynolds on Midstream Strategy, Entrepreneurship & Building Value
In midstream, the real advantage comes from solving problems others overlook.Recorded at the Piper Sandler 26th Annual Energy Conference in Las Vegas, host David de Roode and co-host Victoria Beard Queen speak with Rich Reynolds, Chief Executive Officer at Cavalcade Midstream, LLC.Reynolds shares his journey from law and banking into energy, and how M&A experience helped shape Cavalcade’s customer-focused, deal-by-deal approach to midstream.The conversation explores entrepreneurship, capital raising, leadership, and why relationships remain at the center of the energy business 00:00 Why Oil And Gas Matters00:36 Podcast And Sponsors01:58 Live From Piper Sandler03:08 Meet Rich Reynolds03:34 From Law To Energy04:25 NuStar Lessons And Launch05:23 What Cavalcade Does06:59 Entrepreneur Mindset Shifts08:56 Gotchas And Humility10:10 Where Opportunities Are13:03 Capital Strategy And Pitch16:26 Relationships Over Noise18:31 Philosophy And Self Awareness20:13 Finding a Co-Founder20:53 Family Leap Of Faith21:53 Explaining Midstream Simply23:23 Why San Antonio Works24:54 Tacos and Tortillas Debate25:52 Midstream Consolidation Opportunity27:30 From Attorney to CEO29:18 Leading a Small Team30:16 Giving Back Locally34:11 Recharging with Family35:37 Disneyland Surprise Chat36:31 Legacy and Gratitude37:44 Closing Wisdom and Farewell
- 3 weeks ago57 min
#94. Cam Hewell on Rethinking Managed Pressure Drilling
Disrupting drilling starts with rethinking the model.Recorded remotely at the Piper Sandler Energy Conference in Las Vegas, this episode features Cam Hewell, President and CEO of Premium Oilfield Holdings.He breaks down how Premium is reshaping managed pressure drilling (MPD) through a rig-centered, vertically integrated approach—now scaled across 160 U.S. land rigs.The conversation also covers rising power demand, new drilling technologies, and where the industry is headed next.00:00 Why Oil And Gas Matters00:36 Podcast And Sponsors01:59 Live From Energy Conference02:15 Conference Themes Power Demand04:03 Meet Cam Hill05:18 Cam Background Consulting Tech07:56 First Oilfield Company Growth10:26 Founding Premium Rig Focus15:08 Premium Shift To MPD17:03 MPD Explained Benefits19:49 Disrupting MPD Cost Tech22:19 Building The Dream Team25:12 Urethane Elements Cloud Software28:54 Beyond MPD Top Drives Tools31:19 New Rig Equipment Roadmap32:30 Remote Bleed Off Valve Win34:36 Chasing Incremental Efficiency36:06 Rapid Prototyping Culture38:00 Expanding Into Production39:44 Growth Strategy And Capital Returns41:56 Downhole Tools And Per Well Focus44:37 Hiring For Innovation48:10 Duke Basketball Detour50:10 Career Advice For Young Pros52:34 Consulting After Running Companies55:34 From Scrappy Startup To Scale57:09 Closing Thanks And Sign Off
- 3 weeks ago44 min
#93. How do you turn a struggling frac sand operation into a 10‑million‑ton powerhouse?
Recorded live at the Daniel Energy Partners Thrive Conference, hosts David de Roode and Victoria Beard Queen sit down with Jackson Wise, CEO of Signal Peak Silica, and world-class pit master, to unpack the realities of the modern sand business and what it takes to lead through cycles. Wise shares his unconventional path from Enron and investment banking with the infamous Simmons & Company to operating one of the largest regional frac sand platforms in the U.S., along with the hard lessons learned during Signal Peak’s 2019 turnaround.The conversation dives into how regionalization has reshaped the sand market, why delivered cost and logistics matter more than brand, and how consolidation and capital discipline are defining the future of the sector. Wise also reflects on leadership, mentorship, building high‑trust teams, and why barbecue, community, and culture still play an outsized role in oil & gas today.00:00 Why Oil And Gas Matters00:36 Podcast And Sponsors01:59 Live From Thrive Conference03:14 Meet Jackson Wise03:40 Early Career And Enron05:52 BP MBA And Simmons07:17 Simmons Culture Lessons09:34 Leaving Banking To Operate11:38 Mentorship And Leadership13:16 Signal Peak In 30 Seconds15:49 Turnaround And Team Building17:24 Sand Consolidation Strategy20:06 How The Sand Market Changed22:47 Plant Costs Then And Now24:17 Wet Versus Dry Sand25:36 Wet Sand Reality Check26:15 How Heavy Is Sand27:14 Logistics And Truck Staging28:59 Pitching SPS Value30:57 Five To Ten Year Vision32:48 Barbecue And Oilfield Culture34:53 Winning At Pebble Beach38:21 Cookoff Community And Team42:27 Career Wisdom And Wrap
- Apr 14, 202655 min
#92. AI Power Surge: Can Natural Gas Keep Up with Demand?
AI Power Surge: Can Natural Gas Keep Up with Demand?AI is driving a new wave of power demand. But where will the energy come from?At the Daniel Energy Partners Thrive Conference, Oilfield 360 Podcast hosts David de Roode and Victoria Beard-Queen sit down with Jason Downie, Managing Partner of Tailwater Capital.Jason shares his perspective as an energy private equity investor and why natural gas and midstream infrastructure will be critical as AI, LNG exports, and reshoring drive the next phase of energy demand.00:00 Why Oil Still Matters00:54 Podcast Sponsors01:59 Live From Thrive Conference02:30 Nuclear Plus Gas Takeaways03:39 Meet Jason Downey04:10 Why Tailwater Name05:09 Fly Fishing Banter05:45 Jason Energy Origin Story07:49 DLJ To Hicks Muse Path10:54 Energy Thesis And 2003 Shift12:05 Private Equity Explained13:07 Tailwater Strategy Three Legs14:35 Portfolio And Midstream Model18:18 Bullish Themes E&P LNG AI26:21 Texas Power Demand Surge30:36 Structural Demand Pull Wrap31:27 Replacement Depletion Math32:21 Raising a PE Fund33:39 Treat Investors as Partners35:30 Giving Young Talent Rope38:21 Service and Salesmanship Club41:02 Solo Africa Hunt Reflections46:03 Tailwater White Space47:35 Water and Infrastructure Opportunities51:51 Career Advice for Your 20s54:59 Wrap Up and Where to Follow
- Apr 7, 20261h 5m
#91. How Select Water Solutions Is Innovating Through Energy and Water Use Dynamics
From humble beginnings fixing pumps to building a water giant, how did Schmitz do it? On the Oilfield 360 Podcast, hosts David de Roode and Victoria Beard Queen sit down with industry legend, John Schmitz, CEO at Select Water Solutions.John shares how buying distressed or forgotten assets during downturns shaped his growth, and why water is becoming one of the most strategic parts of the oilfield, among many other great stories and shared insights from his years in the energy industry - Upstream, Midstream and Downstream.00:54 Podcast Sponsors01:59 Welcome And Upcoming Events02:59 Meet John Schmitz04:25 Early Career And First Company06:35 Surviving The 80s Crash08:02 Buying Companies In Downcycles13:51 Midstream And Upstream Expansion15:27 Private Equity And Going Public24:17 Life After Complete Energy26:55 Family Support And Marriage28:33 Giving Back In Cook County32:36 Meeting Harold Hamm32:54 Save Domestic Oil Fight33:53 Partners In Complete34:46 Why Harold Matters35:25 What DEPA Does36:59 US Energy Advantage38:23 Industry Turnaround Story40:55 More With Less42:45 Family Office And Kids43:16 Select Origin Story46:17 Water To Recycling Shift48:39 Pipelines And Networks51:42 Efficiency By The Numbers53:25 Ranch Life And Longhorns55:01 Stark Ranch History01:00:19 Mentors And Advice01:03:02 Romania And Global Expansion
- Mar 31, 202653 min
#90. Neal Lux talks about going from Coil Tubing Startup to CEO-Level Leadership
How do you turn a startup launched during a downturn into a major oilfield technology success story?On this episode of The Oilfield 360 podcast, hosts David de Roode and Victoria Beard Queen sit down with Neal Lux, CEO of Forum Energy Technologies (and TV Star - Landman appearance), to discuss his path from co-founding Global Tubing to leading FET today.Lux shares insights on scaling a coil tubing startup, the Smart Taper innovation that improved weld fatigue life, and how technologies like subsea robotics and remote ROV operations are shaping the future of oilfield services. 00:00 Why Oil and Gas Matters00:36 Podcast and Sponsors03:48 Meet Neal Lux04:54 From Consulting to Maverick07:55 Joining a Risky Startup11:30 Global Tubing Early Struggles13:37 Culture and Innovation15:29 Coil Tubing Explained17:54 Smart Taper Breakthrough19:13 Designing for Long Wells21:16 Beyond Intervention Use Cases23:22 Partnering with Operators25:33 Why They Bought Eagle26:12 Joining the Forum Family27:04 Leadership Under Chris27:49 COVID Debt Turning Point28:32 What FET Does Today30:17 FET 2030 Growth Plan33:10 Landman TV Cameo37:02 Subsea Robotics Innovation39:38 Lessons From Mistakes41:52 Life Outside Work45:13 CEO Reality Check48:34 Investor Story and Value50:21 NYSE Texas Listing
- Mar 24, 202656 min
#89. From Flight Engineer to CEO: Powering the Data Center Boom with Rob Rice
How do you transform an oilfield services giant into a power generation powerhouse? Gravity CEO Rob Rice joins David de Roode and Victoria Beard Queen to reveal the "behind-the-scenes" of his company’s massive evolution. From his days as an Air Force flight test engineer to leading multi-million dollar divestitures, Rice explains why the future of the field is not in water or chemicals, but in standardized 400 kW natural gas generators.Tune in to find out!00:36 Podcast Mission And Sponsors01:59 Host Banter And Industry Events03:39 Meet Rob Rice03:54 Louisiana Roots And Air Force05:46 First Rig Trip Spark07:25 Early Career Texas Eastern08:51 Enron And Overseas Work11:28 Hanover To Archrock Leadership14:41 Air Force Flying Stories16:26 Gravity Origin And Reshaping20:23 Power Rental Market Focus26:11 Reliability Data Centers And Service29:18 Strategic Partner Role30:52 Looking Ahead For Gravity31:01 Growth and Diversification32:13 Company Size and COVID Reset33:49 Remote Work and Tech Shifts35:43 Deal Prep and Data Rooms38:32 Motivating Teams Through Change41:59 Professionalism First Impressions45:24 Career Choices in Energy49:10 Mentors and Paying It Forward50:15 Life Outside the CEO Role52:21 Crawfish and Louisiana Roots54:51 Final Advice and Wrap Up
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