| Malone Mitchell 3rd Chairman From 1985-2006, Malone built Riata Energy into one of the largest privately-held energy companies in the United States. In 2006, he sold controlling stake in Riata Energy. Later, Riata Energy was renamed SandRidge Energy (NYSE:SD). Near the time of sale, SandRidge Energy had 1 Tcf in proved reserves, 300 miles of gas gathering pipeline, greater than 34,000 horsepower of gas compression, and owned or operated 43 drilling rigs. Shortly after stepping down from SandRidge, Malone founded Mitchell Group, a privately-owned oil & gas exploration and production company. Mitchell Group includes Riata Management and Longfellow Energy. Prior to his involvement with Riata Energy and Mitchell Group, Malone worked in the oil field services industry and was employed with his family's ranching and aviation businesses. Malone manages TransAtlantic's daily operations and spends a considerable portion of his time in country (Turkey, Morocco, and Romania). Malone graduated from Oklahoma State University in 1983 with a Bachelor of Science degree. |
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| Matthew McCann Chief Executive Officer Matt was nominated CEO in 2008. He served as General Counsel for Riata Management since 2007. Prior to this, Matt served as Vice President, Legal & Corporate Secretary for SandRidge Energy (NYSE: SD) from 2005-2007. From 2001-2005, he served as General Counsel for Riata Energy. Prior to joining Riata, Matt represented Riata while practicing law with Sprouse, Smith & Rowley, P.C. from 1995-2001. He received a B.S. in Business Administration from the University of Vermont in 1991 and a Doctorate of Jurisprudence from the University of Oklahoma College of Law in 1995. |
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| Gary Mize President / Chief Operating Officer Mr. Mize joined TransAtlantic in January 2010. Mr. Mize began his career as an engineer with Exxon in 1974. He worked for Exxon in a multitude of capacities, including as a drilling engineer, completions engineer, reservoir engineer supervisor, production supervisor, operations supervisor, manager of Exxon's onshore gas production, and finally as the Technical Manager for all engineering and geosciences for the South East division. After leaving Exxon in 1994, Mr. Mize joined Manti Resources of Corpus Christi, Texas, as Executive Vice President where he remained until late 2009. At Manti, Mr. Mize oversaw the evolution of its business from focusing on exploitation in South Texas to a full cycle exploration. Mr. Mize graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a B.S. degree in Petroleum Engineering. |
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| Scott Larsen Executive Vice President Scott was appointed President in 2008. Previously, he served as TransAtlantic's Chairman & Chief Executive Officer from 2004-2008. From 2002-2004, he served as Vice President of Operations, and has been involved in the Company's international activities since inception in 1994. An attorney by training with over 25 years experience in the oil & gas industry, Scott served previously as general counsel for Humble Exploration, an independent exploration company. Additionally, he spent several years as a partner in Vineyard, Drake & Miller, a business litigation law firm and served as general counsel for Summit Partners Management Co., a venture capital and management company. He received a B.A. in Biology from Rutgers College and a J.D. degree from Rutgers School of Law. |
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| Hilda Kouvelis Vice President & Chief Financial Officer Hilda was appointed Vice President and Chief Financial Officer in 2007. She joined TransAtlantic as Controller in 2005. From 2001-2004, Hilda served as Controller for Ascent Energy. She has more than 20 years of industry experience, including 18 years with FINA, where she held various positions in accounting & finance, including Controller and Treasurer. From 1998-2000, she served as Controller for international operations at PetroFina S.A.'s headquarters in Brussels, Belgium. She holds an M.B.A. in corporate finance and investment analysis from the University of Dallas and a B.B.A. in accounting from Angelo State University. Hilda is a licensed Certified Public Accountant. |
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| Jeff Mecom Vice President, Legal Jeff was appointed Corporate Secretary in 2006 and Vice President in 2007. From 1995-2005, Jeff served as Vice President, Legal & corporate Secretary with Aleris International, a NYSE-listed international metals recycling and processing company. Previously, he served as in-house counsel to an independent energy company and lectured at the Estonian Business School in Tallinn, Estonia. Jeff received his B.A. in economics from the University of Texas at Austin and his J.D. degree from the University of Texas School of Law. |
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| Mike Laurin President, Viking Geophysical Services Ltd. Mike has 28 years of experience in the seismic industry, most recently holding the position of Senior Vice President, Western Hemisphere Land, CGGVeritas. During his tenure, Mike has managed operations throughout North and South America, operating in excess of 17 land based seismic crews. His experience includes fiscal accountability, risk management, and a strong focus towards future looking opportunities. His goal for Viking Geophysical Services is simple: acquire the highest quality seismic data for best value, to be accomplished through the implementation of latest technologies combined with the development and execution of superior field practices. |