Dave Leopold
Summary
Dynamic executive with a proven track record at TotalEnergies, excelling in strategic planning and stakeholder relations. Expertly managed large teams, optimizing production and reducing operational costs. Cultivated strong partnerships with government officials, enhancing resource collaboration and driving company performance through accountability and effective budget management.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
President and CEO
TotalEnergies
12.2016 - Current
- Manage and direct 175 employees and 70 contractors while optimizing capital, maximizing production and reducing opex.
- Cultivate strong relationships with government officials to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
- Established a culture of accountability by setting clear expectations and holding individuals responsible for results.
- Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic plans and executing on the approved budget.
Chief Operating Officer
Atlas Energy
03.2013 - 12.2016
- Managed an operational staff of 300 employees and 50 contractors producing 500 mmcfd and 5,200 bopd with a budget of $320M.
- Guided teams through periods of significant change by providing clear communication and decisive leadership during transitions.
Operations Manager
Chesapeake Energy Corporation
09.2006 - 03.2013
- Managed an operations staff of 120 employees and 60 contractors producing 1.5 bcf with a budget of $440M.
- Worked with various City and County employees to keep a 46 rig program running in an urban environment.
- Conducted rig tours for city and state officials As well as international guests.
Production Engineering Manager
Anadarko Petroleum Corporation
07.2000 - 09.2006
- Managed a staff of 18 geo technical staff and responsible for 450 mmcfd and 20 mboed and a budget of $185M.
- Improved production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing principles and optimizing workflow processes.
Senior Staff Engineer
Union Pacific Resources Co
06.1991 - 06.2000
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products on time and within budget constraints.
- Increased production capacity by designing and implementing new manufacturing processes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Petroleum Engineering
Colorado School of Mines
Golden, COMBA - Finance
Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, TXSkills
- Leadership team building
- Organizational leadership
- Strategic planning
- Company representation
- Capital and budget management
- Stakeholder relations
Board Affiliations
- TXOGA board member
- Polyskope board member
- TCU MBA past chairman on board
- City of Lewisville past O&G board member
- Board member for 25 companies while at Atlas Energy
- ETGPA, past president and treasurer
Timeline
President and CEO
TotalEnergies
12.2016 - Current
Chief Operating Officer
Atlas Energy
03.2013 - 12.2016
Operations Manager
Chesapeake Energy Corporation
09.2006 - 03.2013
Production Engineering Manager
Anadarko Petroleum Corporation
07.2000 - 09.2006
Senior Staff Engineer
Union Pacific Resources Co
06.1991 - 06.2000
Bachelor of Science - Petroleum Engineering
Colorado School of Mines
MBA - Finance
Texas Christian University
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