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Our Team

84Energy’s team is comprised of industry professionals, geoscientists, and engineers with extensive experience in offshore exploration and production operations in the Deepwater Gulf of Mexico. Our seasoned team includes industry-rich expertise from leading oil and gas companies to examine opportunities in depth.

From Pioneer to Industry Leader

For more than 11 years, 84Energy has remained one of the largest private oil and gas operators in the United States and has served as a direct energy investment for institutional investors and family offices.

At 84Energy, our disciplined strategy is enhanced by decades of experience, forming the cornerstone of our legacy in oil and gas investments for over 11 years. Our tested model, reliable assets, and seasoned professionals are the pillars of our success. We set high expectations for results and overlay a strong risk management lens throughout. Over three decades of experience, and a strong performance track record distinguish Merit from the rest.

Meet Our Team

Brad Wong
Brad Wong

President

johnChristmann
John Christmann

Executive Chairman

Stephen Riney
Stephen Riney

Chief Operating Officer

Clay Bretches
Clay Bretches

Executive Vice President - Geoscience

Tracey Henderson
Tracey Henderson

Managing Director

Mark P. Maddox
Mark P. Maddox

Chief Financial Officer

Warnica Kimberly
Warnica Kimberly

Senior Geophysicist

Scott Grandt
Scott Grandt

Senior Geologist

Wayne Sutton
Wayne V. Sutton

Operations Engineering Manager

Kent Webb
Kent Webb

Engineering Manager

Mark Pearce
Mark Pearce

Reservoir Engineering Manager

Rebecca Hoyt
Rebecca Hoyt

Senior Vice President - Legal

Ben Rodgers
Ben Rodgers

Investor Relations Director

Jeff Byrd
Jeff Byrd

Land Manager

David Bernal
David Bernal

Technical Assistant & Offshore Scout

Tanner Hutt
Tanner Hutt

Manager of Finance

Fran Garcia
Fran Garcia

Controller - Fund Operations

Susan D. McDonough
Susan D. McDonough

LP Communications & Compliance Associate