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Work History
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Hobbies and Interests
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Kade Gaston

Lubbock,TX

Summary

Skilled account management professional with proven track record in fostering client relationships, driving revenue growth, and managing complex accounts. Known for strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability, and delivering results. Expertise includes strategic planning, client communication, and problem-solving. Highly reliable and flexible in meeting changing business needs.

I’ve been fortunate to learn from some of the most knowledgeable minds in the industry and have maintained strong relationships with mentors and product manufacturers. I utilize these resources as often as I can and welcome any opportunity to advance my knowledge and skill.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Account Manager

K&R Operating LLC
05.2023 - Current
  • Increased client satisfaction by building strong relationships and addressing their needs promptly.
  • Maintained high client retention rate by providing exceptional customer service and anticipating client needs.
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of accounts, ensuring timely communication and effective problem resolution.
  • Successfully resolved escalated issues, preventing potential loss of valuable clients while maintaining positive relationships with all parties involved.

Operations Lead

Santa Fe Midstream Permian 30-30 Gas Plant
06.2019 - Current

BD/Project Mgr.

Mitchell Energy Services
05.2017 - Current

Operator II

TARGA Midstream
08.2013 - Current
  • Driver Plant – Midland, TX
  • Midkiff Plant – Midkiff, TX

Business Development

Allied Compression
04.2021 - 05.2023
  • Scheduled appointments for sales representatives with prospective clients to facilitate new business development opportunities.
  • Contributed to business development efforts by identifying cross-selling opportunities and generating referrals from existing clients.

Business Development

K&R Operating
11.2019 - 04.2021

Independent Consultant: Operations/Start-up/ Business Development

Streamline Innovations
01.2019 - 04.2019

Sales

Permian Basin Equipment & Supply
08.2012 - 07.2013

AMS Sales

Valerus Compression
01.2012 - 08.2012

3-Party Field Service Technician

Valerus Compression
06.2010 - 01.2012

Education

High School -

Sudan High School
Sudan, TX

College - undefined

South Plains College
Levelland, TX

University - Mass Communications, Business, English

Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX

Skills

  • Product Knowledge:
  • Caterpillar
  • Waukesha
  • AJAX
  • White Superior
  • Ariel
  • RDS
  • GE
  • York
  • Heat-Tech
  • Phoenix
  • Johnson Controls
  • Delta V DCS operating system
  • Factory Talk DCS Operating system
  • Wonderware DCS Operating System
  • Sales:
  • Aftermarket Compressor Parts & Service
  • Third Party Instrumentation & Eelectrical Parts & Service
  • Commercial Insulation Parts & Service
  • Safety Supplies Services
  • Roofing Sales
  • Operations:
  • Natural Gas Process & Treating
  • Oil & Condensate Removal
  • Water Removal by process of Glycol Dehydration
  • NGL extraction using the Cryogenic Expansion process
  • NGL fractionation involving (Deethanizer/NRU processes)
  • H2S & CO2 Removal (Amine/Valkyrie)
  • Safety Training:
  • Comprehensive Plant Operations OQ Training
  • PSM Training
  • H2S Clear/PEC Safety
  • Contractor Permitting
  • Hazardous Materials
  • Crane/forklift/manlift certified (Spartan)
  • Account management
  • Customer service
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Client relations

Hobbies and Interests

Golf Handicap: +6 (current), Football Honors: 1st Team All District QB ('03) District MVP ('04) 1st Team All South Plains QB ('04), Basketball Honors: 1st Team All South Plains ('04, '05) 2nd Team All-State ('04, '05) I-27 MVP ('05), Tennis: Texas State UIL Tournament Runner-up ('02, '03, '04, '05) USTA League Sectional Champs ('18)

Affiliations

PBAP

NGSPB

Interests

Golf

Tennis

Youth football coach

Timeline

Account Manager

K&R Operating LLC
05.2023 - Current

Business Development

Allied Compression
04.2021 - 05.2023

Business Development

K&R Operating
11.2019 - 04.2021

Operations Lead

Santa Fe Midstream Permian 30-30 Gas Plant
06.2019 - Current

Independent Consultant: Operations/Start-up/ Business Development

Streamline Innovations
01.2019 - 04.2019

BD/Project Mgr.

Mitchell Energy Services
05.2017 - Current

Operator II

TARGA Midstream
08.2013 - Current

Sales

Permian Basin Equipment & Supply
08.2012 - 07.2013

AMS Sales

Valerus Compression
01.2012 - 08.2012

3-Party Field Service Technician

Valerus Compression
06.2010 - 01.2012

College - undefined

South Plains College

High School -

Sudan High School

University - Mass Communications, Business, English

Texas Tech University

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