Dick Devaney
Houston,United States
Summary
Accomplished management professional with over 15 years of career progression in multi-discipline operations within the oil and gas industry. A proven leader skilled in the development and oversight of high-performing, multi-disciplined, and quality-oriented teams. Adept problem solver, employing creativity and innovation to overcome challenging and complex issues across employees, processes, and costs. Focused and meticulous in all growth objectives to strategically plan and execute budgets, forecasts, operations, sales strategies, cost-reduction techniques, and safety initiatives. Outstanding communicator and well-versed in employee, account, vendor, and executive relations.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Operating Officer
Advent Ventures Inc.
12.2020 - Current
- Grew a start-up team from 2 to 25 employees
- Increased revenue from zero to $4.3M
- Successfully deployed a market entry strategy during the pandemic
- Sustained growth in sales pipeline every quarter since opening
- Created and managed strategic partnerships
- Increased revenue by 23% through vendor and project negotiations
- Customized CRM software to identify company strengths and weaknesses.
Consultant/Head of Operations
USA Insulation
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Led operational strategy and implementation for business scaling
- Streamlined processes to enhance operational efficiency
- Managed key projects to improve customer satisfaction and service delivery
- Developed and implemented training programs for staff
- Oversaw budget management and cost control initiatives.
Manager of Operations
Premium Energy Group
12.2014 - 02.2018
- Accountable for budgeting, cost control, payroll, general accounting, and P&L
- Developed and trained staff of 20 supervisors and branch managers on compliance
- Improved productivity and morale by initiating systems for accountability and effective training programs
- Coordinated with sales team to enhance customer communication, resulting in a 42% increase in ROI
- Reported directly to executives on monthly basis, planning future and ongoing strategies.
Manager, Well Audit Division and Strategic Accounts
Wild Well Control
03.2011 - 12.2014
- Developed Well Audit Business Unit from inception
- Created and implemented sales strategies for new product lines and services
- Reported directly to senior management and executives
- Established well audit procedures and processes
- Trained service technicians on NDT equipment and well audit procedures
- Hired and managed all employees for the department.
IT and Operations Manager
Navasota Oilfield Services
08.2005 - 03.2011
- Performed inside and outside sales
- Helped start and set up the company from the ground up
- Created and maintained company networks, email, website, and remote access (VPN)
- Developed engineering drawings for customers and machine shops
- Built relationships with vendors and customers, managed machinists and shop personnel, controlled inventory, and secured agreements with overseas vendors.
Field Sales & Service Technician
ABB Vetco Gray
08.2002 - 08.2005
- Assembled and installed surface wellhead equipment
- Cross-sold and upsold products on location
- Assembled valves and tested based on ABB VGI and API specifications
- Assembled, tested, and installed flow control equipment
- Provided on-site installation and repair services according to prints and specifications.
Skills
- In-depth knowledge of Drilling products and operations
- Strategic planning and budgeting
- Employee performance development and technical training
- Customer satisfaction management
- Vendor and project negotiations
- CRM customization and implementation
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Compliance Management
- Operations Oversight
Timeline
Chief Operating Officer
Advent Ventures Inc.
12.2020 - Current
Consultant/Head of Operations
USA Insulation
01.2019 - 01.2020
Manager of Operations
Premium Energy Group
12.2014 - 02.2018
Manager, Well Audit Division and Strategic Accounts
Wild Well Control
03.2011 - 12.2014
IT and Operations Manager
Navasota Oilfield Services
08.2005 - 03.2011
Field Sales & Service Technician
ABB Vetco Gray
08.2002 - 08.2005
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