Experienced Appalachian Executive, with deep relationships throughout industry and government, possessing a keen understanding of the unique challenges associated with operating mineral and environmental industries in the Northeast, coupled with Marine Corps leadership and an engineering perspective. Chief Operating Officer with primary responsibility for managing the activities of privately held Penneco Oil Company and affiliated enterprises, including corporate operations, land acquisition, production management, risk mitigation, and business development. Penneco Oil operates over 900 wells in southwestern Pennsylvania, and maintains operated interests in multiple states. Penneco Environmental operates EPA and DEP regulated UIC oil and gas wastewater disposal facilities in Pennsylvania and West Virginia. Penneco Outdoor operates outdoor advertising displays in the eastern suburbs of Pittsburgh.Specialties: New Business Unit initiation and growth. Mineral Industries and Natural Resource Extraction. Industrial technical processes. Sales, Marketing, and Advertising. Seasoned financial and legal experience. Proven ability to successfully manage diverse teams.