2025 Speaker Biographies

Jenae Allert, JD

Senior Attorney

THE TITLE LAW GROUP, PLLC

Jenae has 18 years of experience in the energy industry working for operators in various capacities from in-house landman, in-house counsel, to private practitioner.  Now, her practice mainly focuses on advising clients through the regulatory process in Ohio, as well as supporting solar operators in negotiating land acquisitions in various operating areas.  She is licensed in Texas and Ohio. 

Michelle Bradshaw, CPLTA

Land Advisor

MAVERICK NATURAL RESOURCES

Michelle Bradshaw, CPLTA, serves as a Land Advisor at Maverick Natural Resources, combining her expertise in lease management and Enertia software. In this role, she supports the Land Department by optimizing system functionality through data cleanup, enhancements, issue resolution, report creation, and training, while also ensuring accurate lease analysis and payment processing to protect company assets. With over 15 years of oil and gas industry experience, Michelle is passionate about process improvement and developing efficient data integration strategies to enhance system functionality.

Michelle began her career at Tanos Exploration, LLC in Tyler, Texas, where she progressed from Accounts Payable and Production to become a Lease Analyst. She later held positions at Vernon E. Faulconer and Eland Energy before joining Maverick. A Certified Professional Lease and Title Analyst (CPLTA) since 2018, Michelle holds a Bachelor of Business Management and a Master of Business Administration from LeTourneau University.

Michelle has actively served on various boards for the Association of Desk and Derrick Clubs (ADDC), the East Texas Association of Lease and Title Analysts (ETX-ALTA), and DFW-ALTA, where she has held leadership roles such as Secretary, Treasurer, Vice-President, Region IV General Arrangements Chairman, and currently, President of DFW-ALTA. She was honored with the DFW-ALTA Volunteer of the Year Award in 2019 and DFW-ALTA Member of the Year Award in 2024.

Residing in Forney, Texas, Michelle enjoys life with her husband and their four dogs. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, crafting, and watching more true crime documentaries than she probably should.

Kimberly Campbell

Lease Records Manager

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR

With over 20 years of experience in the industry, Kimberly brings a vast amount of experience to TALTA. Kimberly has worked in various roles including Division Orders, Lease Records, Acquisition & Divestitures, Operational Landman, and Land Administration Manager.

She received her Master of Energy Business Degree from the University of Tulsa in May 2015. She utilized her knowledge and experience to help manage and grow a consulting firm’s land team from 5 people to over 20 people.  She now works as independent contractor consulting on streamlining lease records management.

Kimberly enjoys learning and mentoring/teaching people within and outside the oil and gas industry. Kimberly currently resides in Tulsa, OK.

Scott Davis, MBL, CPLTA, RPL

Land Administration Advisor

DIAMONDBACK ENERGY

Scott Davis, MBL, CPLTA, RPL, currently serves as Land Administration Advisor at Diamondback Energy, bringing 18 years of expertise in the oil and gas industry. Scott began his career as a broker, supporting seismic, lease acquisition, and title research projects. He then advanced as a Land Coordinator, where he led critical data conversion projects before joining Devon Energy as a Senior Staff Land Analyst. His experience spans multiple major basins—from Monterey Shale to Marcellus, Bakken to Eagle Ford, with a primary focus on Mid-Continent and Permian plays. At Diamondback, Scott leverages his extensive industry knowledge to mentor analysts, collaborate across departments, and develop solutions to complex challenges.

 Scott holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management Information Systems from the University of Central Oklahoma and an MBA from Oklahoma Christian University. An active member of the oil and gas professional community, he is involved in organizations such as OCAPL, AAPL, NALTA, and OCAPLTA. Scott has served in various leadership roles, including as OCAPLTA Treasurer and Chapter Liaison to NALTA, and is currently NALTA’s Recording Secretary, a role he also held from 2020 to 2023. In addition, he co-chaired the Education Committee for the 2022 NALTA Conference, teaches the CPLTA Review course, and serves on NALTA’s site selection committee. Scott also holds the RPL designation from AAPL, reflecting his dedication to industry standards and ongoing professional development.

 Outside of oil and gas, Scott enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, and flying.

Vince Dawkins

CEO

ENERTIA SOFTWARE

Vince Dawkins is the CEO of Enertia software, a leading upstream oil and gas software company. He holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from North Carolina A&T State University and an Executive MBA from Rice University. With expertise in engineering, IT, and business strategy, Vince has led digital transformation in the energy sector. A passionate mentor and speaker, he is dedicated to shaping the industry's future through technology and collaboration.

Lori Fisher, CPLTA

Managing Director

PERCHERON LLC

Lori Fisher is a Managing Director for Percheron LLC with 25 years of energy industry experience. She assists in integrating numerous offices nationwide, created and built Percheron’s Land Administration Department and developed a set of processes to streamline workflows for the department and company.

Lori’s career began as an abstractor, where she spent 14 years building a strong foundation that led to her transition into the upstream oil and gas sector in 2000. Since then, she has had the privilege of supporting companies in the energy industry, including upstream, midstream, renewable energy, electric transmission, and transportation. The ever-evolving nature of the energy industry has kept her engaged and motivated throughout her career.

One of Lori’s greatest passions is leading teams through complex projects. She believes that effective leadership, clear communication, and strong organizational skills are key to driving success. In an industry marked by constant change, Lori is committed to continuous education, both for project success and for long-term career growth. She is dedicated to staying informed and adaptable in the dynamic landscape of energy.

Lori is an active member of NALTA, ALTA, WEN, AAPL, and HAPL. She served for three years on the NALTA Board of Directors as Certification Director and earned her CPLTA certification through NALTA in 2012. Currently, she serves as the chair of the Site Selection Committee for NALTA.

Lori lives in Katy, Texas, with her husband and two youngest children.

John Foester

Geophysicist, Owner

FOESTER GEOLOGY

John Foester was raised on a ranch near Port Lavaca, Texas. He often wondered why wells were always on the other side of the fence and wanted to learn why. He pursued his education at Texas A&M University, graduating Cum Laude with a Bachelor's Degree in Geophysics. After a brief period processing seismic data at Digicon, he returned to Port Lavaca and was employed by Neumin Production Company. He was fortunate to work extensively with 3D seismic data along the Gulf Coast of Texas and Louisiana, which led to the drilling of numerous wells during his time at Neumin. In 2008, he departed from Neumin and co-founded Coastal Plains Exploration with several colleagues. He is currently semi-retired and continues to reside in Port Lavaca.

Melissa Gardner, JD

Attorney

Balls Morse Lowe PLLC

Melissa began her career in-house at a Fortune 500 oil and gas company.  Since then, her practice has focused on oil, gas, and energy law. This has included the preparation of drilling and division order title opinions in Oklahoma, Texas, and North Dakota. This work has often resulted in the preparation of curative documents, probate matters, and assistance in litigations that Melissa’s oil, gas, and renewable energy clients might need.

Melissa’s goal is to serve those around her, be it clients, coworkers, or her community. She’s active in her local church and often volunteers to speak at industry events to make sure everyone is on the same page when it comes to current trends in oil and gas law. She also recently served as an adjunct professor at Oklahoma City University School of Law.

Melissa possesses zero athletic ability, which naturally leads to her deep sports fandom.  She supports her Cowboys and Thunder with a passion. Melissa is from Empire, Oklahoma and loves seeking out all the adventure that Oklahoma City has to offer.

Andrew Glenn, JD

Shareholder

BEATT & WOZNIAK, P.C.

Andrew specializes in commercial litigation involving breaches of contracts, business torts, construction, product liability, and real-property disputes within the Energy and Natural Resource industries.

As a dedicated advocate for his clients in the oil and gas and natural resource sectors, Andrew skillfully tackles complex cases in both state and federal courts. He crafts tailored strategies for his clients throughout the litigation process, from discovery and depositions to the trial presentation before the judge or jury. Andrew’s expertise extends to appellate advocacy, where he has a track record of successful appeals in various appellate courts, including the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals.

Andrew also provides valuable counsel to energy clients on state and federal regulatory matters and litigation before administrative adjudicatory entities and in federal court. He has effectively represented clients in enforcement proceedings before state agencies and resolved disputes before the Interior Board of Land Appeals. Andrew also guides clients through a variety of regulatory compliance issues, offering comprehensive support on matters involving: National Environmental Policy Act; Federal Land Policy and Management Act; Resource Conservation and Recovery Act; Endangered Species Act; Clean Air Act; and Mineral Leasing Act.

Andrew S. Good, JD

Partner

Oliva Gibbs LLP

Andrew represents companies active in the oil and gas industry in both litigation and arbitration matters, from risk management to trial. He also advises clients on compliance and regulatory issues and handles proceedings in front of administrative agencies / governmental bodies, including the Ohio Department of Natural Resources and the Ohio Department of Commerce.

With over a decade of experience, Andrew has handled hundreds of cases that involved investigating claims, preparing and responding to motions, and conducting depositions. Likewise, he has tried multiple cases to verdict, arbitrated numerous matters, handled appeals, and favorably resolved complex cases through mediation. By combining his legal experience with an in-depth understanding of industry and state-specific issues, Andrew provides clients with practical and effective strategies. He takes a collaborative approach with an emphasis on understanding the unique needs and goals of each client in order to efficiently evaluate risk and guide them toward the best possible outcome.

Outside of his practice, Andrew is actively engaged with several professional and community organizations in Ohio where he serves as a Trustee for the Ohio Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, a Board Member for Columbus Bar Services, Inc., and the Chair of the Ohio State Bar Association’s Litigation Section. He is also a former football player for The Ohio State University (Go Bucks!).

Phillip Guerra, JR, CPL

Land Acquisition Manager

LIGHTSOURCE BP

Phillip is a land acquisition manager at Lightsource bp, a global leader in the development and management of solar energy projects. Lightsource bp in the U.S. has developed over 11.5 gigawatts of solar worldline, including 3.2 gigawatts of projects across the United States.

After graduating from law school in 2013, Phillip began his career in the upstream oil and gas sector as a contractor working on behalf of Antero Resources in southeast Ohio, where he ran title and completed pre-drilling and post-drilling ownership reports on behalf of his client. In 2017, he continued his work as a field landman and contractor working on behalf of Rice Energy, now EQT Corporation.

In early 2019, Phillip transitioned out of oil and gas and into solar and into renewables. He accepted an in-house position at ForeFront Power, where he oversaw land acquisition for community solar on the east coast. After three years at the San Francisco based company, Phillip successfully closed 90 potential solar projects across seven different states, totaling over 479 megawatts of capacity. He joined Lightsource bp in 2022.

As a Certified Professional Landman, Phillip has been a proud member of the American Association of Professional Landmen since 2014. In the past, he served on the AAPL’s Educational Committee and the NAPE Operator’s Committee.

Phillip holds a Juris Doctorate from Florida A&M University’s College of Law. He is also a graduate from The University of Cincinnati, where he studied real estate and marketing. Phillip lives with his wife, Kathleen, and his 2-year-old son, Noah, in Columbus, Ohio.

Ben Holliday, JD

Founder

HOLLIDAY ENERGY LAW GROUP

A graduate of Texas A&M University and St. Mary’s University School of Law, Ben began his career as field landman leasing in South Texas and along the Gulf Coast. Shortly thereafter, he moved in-house with David H. Arrington Oil & Gas as a member of the Barnett Shale asset team. Since 2010, Ben has focused on representing operators with a focus on regulatory and title examination. Ben is the President of Holliday Energy Law Group and Massive Minerals Management, is Board Certified in Oil, Gas, and Mineral Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, is a Past South Texas Regional Director for AAPL, and a Past President of the San Antonio Association of Professional Landmen.

Amy Hopmann, CPLTA

VP of Customer Success & Land Outsourcing

PAKENERGY

With over 25 years of experience in Land Management and Administration, Amy has deep expertise in land and lease management and best-in-class owner relations practices. Her passion for elevating the customer experience and optimizing their operations has been key to her success in the oil and gas industry. Amy is a respected and engaged leader and enjoys mentoring and developing her teams to deliver outstanding consultative services and support to both internal and external stakeholders. A Certified Professional Lease & Title Analyst, Amy is a frequent speaker at industry events and served as President of NALTA (National Association of Land Title Analysts) from 2016-2017. Reach out to her at Amy.Hopmann@PakEnergy.com.

Jerris Johnson, JD

Land & Energy Technology SME

ROWLAND.AI

Jerris spent nearly two decades working in and leading land departments for energy companies. Now, he is reimagining how land work is done and managed through technology and AI. He speaks nationwide on the future of land operations, answers industry and tech questions at www.askjerris.com, and hosts popular podcasts about the land profession.

Eli Kiefaber, JD

Counsel

STEPTOE & JOHNSON, PLLC

Eli Kiefaber, JD,  focuses his practice in mineral title and energy law and is Board Certified in Oil, Gas and Mineral Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He has extensive experience in handling complex mineral and oil and gas title issues and has prepared numerous title opinions. Eli also leverages his experience with energy issues to aid clients involved in energy litigation matters, including title disputes, interpretation of royalties, and                                                                                   payments of revenues.

Joey D. King, CPLTA

EFBU Land Services Supervisor

REPSOL

Joey King, CPLTA, is the Land Services Supervisor at Repsol, where she leads a highly skilled team of Lease, Land, and Division Orders Analysts. With 20 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, Joey has built a reputation for her deep expertise in Land Administration, Land Technology, and Automation Technologies. She is a recognized leader, currently serving as President of the National Association of Land and Title Analysts (NALTA) and as the Recording Secretary on the Board of the Houston Association of Lease and Title Analysts (ALTA).

Joey's professional journey began in Land & GIS as a Software Development Analyst, where she laid the foundation for her career in Land Administration. After transitioning to a Lease Analyst position, she quickly advanced through roles including Land Administration, DOI Supervision, and Landman duties, eventually rising to Vice President of Land Services. This diverse career trajectory has equipped her with the skills necessary to tackle complex Land Administration challenges, streamline workflows, manage legal documentation, and oversee contractual agreements.

At Repsol, Joey works closely with the IT, Technology, and Innovation teams, playing an instrumental role in developing and executing Land Technology roadmaps. Her expertise in consulting, training, statistical analysis, and change management has been vital in leading key projects, designing procedures, and implementing software solutions that drive automation and increase team efficiency.

Joey is deeply committed to sharing her knowledge with others. She regularly leads training sessions on land administration and software applications, and has been a featured speaker at numerous industry seminars, conferences, and events. As the host of the 2024 NALTA Conference in Houston, Texas, she continues to exemplify her commitment to advancing the land services profession and supporting the professional community.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Joey values family time, relishing moments with her children and grandchildren. She is also a former chef and restaurant owner, bringing creativity and passion to all aspects of her life. Joey enjoys hosting culinary gatherings, sharing her love for cooking, and approaching every endeavor with energy and enthusiasm.

Joseph Manning, JD

Senior Attorney

Oliva Gibbs LLP

Joey has more than a decade of oil and gas industry experience, including several years working in house and as a landman. He represents clients in connection with upstream oil and gas agreements and commercial contracts, oil and gas leases, surface use agreements, purchase and sale agreements, due diligence for natural resources transactions, complex mineral title issues, pooling and unitization, lease analysis, joint operating agreements, drilling title opinions, supplemental title opinions, and limited acquisition title opinions for clients conducting oil and gas operations.

Joey is a member of the American Association of Petroleum Landmen with an RPL certification. He enjoys tennis, skiing, and weightlifting.

Beth McCranie, CPLTA

Owner

McCRANIE LAND SERVICES

Beth McCranie, CPLTA,  is a seasoned professional with over 17 years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry, specializing in Lease Records and Division Orders.

As a dedicated Excel enthusiast for over 20 years, Beth has become known for leveraging its power to streamline data management and analysis across various industries. As a CPLTA, she recognizes Excel as an indispensable tool for lease analysts.

Beth is passionate about sharing her knowledge and indoctrinating others to harness the full potential of Excel. She enjoys mentoring colleagues and guiding them in developing efficient workflows and improving data accuracy.

Olga McGee

Founding Member & 2007/2008 President

NALTA

Olga McGee is one of NALTA's Co-Founders. She retired in 2016 as Senior Manager, Division Orders after 15-1/2 years with Southwestern Energy Company. She also worked in Lease Records and Division Order functions with Edge Petroleum Company, and Torch Energy Advisors, Inc. Olga began her land administration career with Texaco, Inc. (now Chevron). She served in various capacities with NALTA throughout the past 40 years, having served as President in 2007 -2008. She is currently working on the NALTA Conference Donations Committee. Olga was honored as a NALTA Honorary Life Member in 2013.

Tonya McNan, CPL, CPLTA

Senior Vice President

BANK OF OKLAHOMA

Tonya is currently a Senior Vice President, Specialty Asset Manager III for Bank of Oklahoma. She has 20 years of oil and gas industry related experience and has been with Bank of Oklahoma since 2017.

Tonya is a graduate of Oklahoma State University with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with minors in Management and Marketing. She became a Certified Professional Lease and Title Analyst in 2009 (CPLTA) and a Certified Professional Landman (CPL) in 2016. She is a member of the National and Tulsa Association of Lease and Title Analysts, the Sooner Association of Division Order Analysts, and the American Association of Professional Landmen.

Tonya has been a featured speaker at oil and gas seminars, including the Desk and Derrick Association and the National, Tulsa and Southwest Associations of Lease and Title Analysts. In addition, she has taught several classes on oil and gas calculations for the Certified Professional Lease and Title Analyst program.

James Parrot, JD

Shareholder

BEATTY & WOZNIAK, PLLC

James Parrot brings over two decades of legal expertise to Beatty & Wozniak, specializing in transactional and corporate matters within the energy sector. He is committed to delivering pragmatic, business-driven solutions that enhance operators' capabilities to execute projects and close deals with precision, speed, and security. James's extensive experience spans the upstream and midstream oil and gas sectors, where he advises clients on high-stakes transactions, including financing, credit facilities, acquisitions, divestitures, and commercial agreements. His corporate practice covers entity formation, corporate structuring and restructuring, and governance, ensuring that companies are strategically positioned for growth and compliance.

Before his legal career, James began working in the oil and gas industry as a landman. His hands-on experience negotiating leases, drafting joint operating agreements, and conducting due diligence on acquisitions and financing deals across the Rocky Mountains gives him a deep understanding of the practical needs and challenges faced by his clients in the energy sector.

A recognized thought leader, James is a frequent speaker and writer on industry topics and remains actively involved in professional organizations. When he's not advising clients, he enjoys spending time with his family, attending his kids' sporting events, and exploring the Rocky Mountain West through skiing, hiking, and fly fishing.

Chris Perry

Senior Manager

QUORUM SOFTWARE

Chris Perry serves as Senior Land & GIS Product Manager at Quorum Software, where he works closely with Energy & Technology professionals to understand complex business problems and where software can help improve operations.  Based out of Houston, Chris has over 15 years of experience implementing Land solutions for companies of all sizes and of varying asset types, including Oil & Gas, Midstream Pipeline, Renewable Developers and Operators, and CCUS.

Drew Potts, JD

Partner

KIRBY, MATTHEWS & WALRATH, PLLC

Mr. Potts is a graduate of Texas A&M University and St. Mary's University School of Law. While in law school, he served as a staff writer for the St. Mary’s Law Journal and clerked at The Supreme Court of Texas for Justice Scott Brister. Mr. Potts is an Owner and Partner with Kirby, Mathews & Walrath, a Houston-based energy law firm. He is licensed to practice law in Texas and New Mexico and is certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Oil, Gas and Mineral Law. Since becoming a licensed attorney, Mr. Potts has devoted his practice exclusively to energy law, conducting title examination in various plays throughout Texas and in the Permian region of New Mexico. Mr. Potts frequently presents on various land-related topics to landman associations and other land-related associations and is a voting member of the AAPL Education Committee.

Taylor Richards

Director, Land Administration

CIVITAS RESOURCES

Taylor Richards is the Director of Land Administration at Civitas Resources overseeing both the DJ and Permian Division Order and Lease & Contract teams.  With over a decade in Land Administration, process automation and app design, Taylor is an accomplished speaker and brings passion for sharing and gaining knowledge. Taylor also serves as the Founder and Board President of the Shane Thurston Foundation which was created to promote positive mental health by providing a place for families to have a resource to assist with tutoring hours, art/music program tuition or art/music supplies.

Priscilla J. Robinson, CPLTA

Senior Land Analyst

INDEPENDENT

Priscilla J. Robinson, CPLTA, is an independent Senior Land Analyst. She has worked on the service side of land work since 2022. Prior to service work, Priscilla was Administrative Manager of Coastal Plains Exploration, LLC, for 11 years where she grew her knowledge in exploration and production and was also able to expand her skills outside of the land department, including geology, engineering, accounting, and regulatory. She began her lease and title career in 1997 at Neumin Production Company as a land clerk and immediately involved herself with lease administration duties.  In November 2004, Priscilla became a CPLTA and the following year was promoted to Land Assistant at Neumin where she carried out duties of supervising lease records, maintaining land records, drafting various contracts, and hiring/training new land personnel.

Priscilla has a B.S. degree in Business Management. She became a NALTA member in 2001 and has served the members in many capacities from chairperson to President over the years. In recognition of her dedication to NALTA, Priscilla has earned the Special Recognition Award and Member of the Year Award.

As President of NALTA, Priscilla was instrumental in driving growth and expansion for our organization. Recognizing the need for inclusivity and broader industry representation, she proposed a name change that opened our membership to professionals from various backgrounds within the land profession. This strategic decision will not only attract new members but will also foster a diverse exchange of knowledge and expertise within our association. Priscilla's visionary leadership and unwavering dedication to NALTA's mission has propelled us forward, establishing our organization as a dynamic platform for land professionals nationwide.

Priscilla has a passion for mentoring her peers and encouraging involvement in organizations such as NALTA.  When she is not working or volunteering her time, Priscilla loves spending her time with her family and friends and going on adventures.

Kelly Sandoval

Vice President of Land Administration

SITIO ROYALTIES

As VP of Land Administration for Sitio Royalties, Kelly oversees the Division Order, Lease Analyst/Land Reporting, and Revenue Recovery Teams. A graduate of Texas Tech’s Energy Commerce program and Houston native, Kelly began her career with Chevron in 2007. After moving to Colorado in 2016, Kelly joined Kimmeridge Energy to work on the newly launched minerals fund, which through various mergers and other transactions, is now Sitio Royalties.

 Sitio Royalties is a publicly traded minerals and royalties company, owning interests under a diversified set of operators, predominantly located in the Permian and DJ basins. One of the company’s focuses is active asset management, leveraging a forward-looking approach to data analytics and automation to create efficiencies and opportunities to optimize asset value.

 Kelly currently resides in Castle Rock, Colorado with her husband and two young sons.

Joseph Schremmer, JD

Associate Professor

OU, COLLEGE OF LAW

Director

ONE C

As VP of Land Administration for Sitio Royalties, Kelly oversees the Division Order, Lease Analyst/Land Reporting, and Revenue Recovery Teams. A graduate of Texas Tech’s Energy Commerce program and Houston native, Kelly began her career with Chevron in 2007. After moving to Colorado in 2016, Kelly joined Kimmeridge Energy to work on the newly launched minerals fund, which through various mergers and other transactions, is now Sitio Royalties.

 Sitio Royalties is a publicly traded minerals and royalties company, owning interests under a diversified set of operators, predominantly located in the Permian and DJ basins. One of the company’s focuses is active asset management, leveraging a forward-looking approach to data analytics and automation to create efficiencies and opportunities to optimize asset value.

 Kelly currently resides in Castle Rock, Colorado with her husband and two young sons.

Michael Smith

1990/1991President

NALTA

Michael D. Smith - retired Sr. Land/Lease Title Analyst at ConocoPhillips. Started my career

with Philips Petroleum Company in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. During my almost 40 year career,

besides working in Bartlesville, Oklahoma, I worked in Denver, Colorado; Calgary, Canada and

Houston, Texas.

While in Denver, got the opportunity to work with other local Lease Analysts to start the Denver

local chapter (DALTA), charter member, and served on its' board. Then, with a transfer back to

Oklahoma, helped start the Tulsa local chapter (TALTA), charter member, and served on its'

board. Then, with a transfer to Houston, got to work with the initial local chapter (ALTA) and

served on its' board. With several other NALTA board members, it was great fun being the

"traveling installation group" to attend the new local chapter initial chapter meeting. go to Al

the while during these various moves, I served in numerous positions on the NALTA board and

then in 1990, served as its 5th President.

Scott St. John

VP

REAGAN SMITH

Partner

ST. JOHN, GRIFFIN & KRIEG, PLLC

Scott St. John is both a petroleum engineer as well as an attorney.  Scott has been with Regan Smith, Inc. since the company was founded in 2005.  Scott is well versed in county, state and Federal regulations. He specializes in highly regulated drilling operations and working as a liaison between government entities and operators. Scott deals directly with the Bureau of Land Management and Bureau of Indian Affairs on a daily basis to ensure operators are compliant with regulations.

Scott is also specialized in federal environmental law and regulations. He leads the environmental, wildlife and permitting departments in providing regulatory permits to a variety of industries. 

Scott is V.P. of Engineering and Environmental Compliance with Reagan Smith, Inc. (oil and gas consulting firm), COO of Red Dirt Energy (a well plugging company), a managing partner of Bull Ring Energy (an oil and gas operating company) and also a senior partner at St. John, Griffin & Krieg, P.L.L.C. which focuses on Native American and natural resource law.

●        B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Oklahoma State University

●        Juris Doctorate, Oklahoma City University

●        ESG Leadership Certificate Program, University of Oklahoma

●        USFWS Section 10 Endangered Species Permit

●        Member AAPL, OCAPL, TAPL, OIPA, OBA, ABA, AWEA, ASEA