Sydney Smith
Fort Worth
Summary
Strategic executive leader with over 10 years in enterprise compliance and regulatory strategy within multi-state organizations. Developed scalable systems and led cross-functional teams to create efficient, audit-ready processes. Expertise in risk mitigation, governance, and stakeholder engagement positions as a trusted advisor to executive leadership.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President, Regulatory, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)
Fundare Resources Operating Co., LLC
01.2026 - Current
- Partner with executive leadership to drive decision-making on regulatory risk, compliance performance, and operational improvements.
- Led enterprise-wide compliance and operational governance across multi-state assets, aligning regulatory frameworks with business strategy and managing risk tolerance.
- Oversee development of scalable compliance systems, ensuring consistency, audit readiness, and process standardization across the organization.
- Direct cross-functional collaboration across legal, operations, ESG, and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and execution of compliance initiatives.
- Lead incident response, investigations, and corrective action programs, reducing organizational risk exposure and strengthening internal controls.
- Maintained relationships with federal, state, and local regulatory bodies to ensure proactive compliance and resolve issues effectively.
Director, Environmental, Permitting & Compliance
Fundare Resources Operating Co., LLC
01.2021 - 01.2025
- Acted as primary liaison for regulatory audits and inspections, successfully resolving complex multi-agency reviews with no findings.
- Advised leadership on regulatory changes, implementing process improvements to ensure ongoing compliance across jurisdictions.
- Designed and implemented enterprise compliance systems aligned with ISO 14001, improving audit readiness and operational consistency.
- Developed internal reporting frameworks and dashboards for tracking compliance performance and risk indicators, enhancing visibility and decision-making.
- Built cross-functional workflows to align compliance, legal, and operational teams, improving efficiency and accountability.
Regulatory Advisor (Contract)
BP America Production Company
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Managed multi-state regulatory reporting and compliance processes, ensuring accuracy and adherence to federal and state requirements.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to streamline reporting workflows, enhancing data integrity.
- Advised teams on best practices for operational efficiency and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop strategic plans for project execution.
- Facilitated training sessions to enhance employee skills and knowledge in procedures.
Regulatory & Environmental Manager
Clear Creek Resource Partners
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Led permitting strategy and compliance programs across federal and state jurisdictions, achieving alignment with complex regulatory frameworks and facilitating successful project approvals.
- Conducted risk assessments and developed mitigation strategies for operational and environmental risks, enhancing safety and compliance across operations.
- Participated in regulatory and industry working groups, influencing policy development and promoting best practices among stakeholders.
Regulatory Manager
Verdad Resources
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Developed regulatory compliance strategies for energy resource management.
- Monitored changes in regulations affecting energy resources and advised stakeholders.
- Coordinated submission of regulatory reports to government agencies.
- Streamlined permitting timelines and enhanced operational efficiency through process optimization and stakeholder coordination.
Regulatory, Permitting & Environmental Manager
Fifth Creek Energy
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Managed project permitting and compliance tracking across multiple jurisdictions to ensure regulatory adherence.
- Collaborated with government agencies to streamline approval timelines and enhance compliance outcomes.
- Developed environmental policies to align with regulatory standards and corporate goals.
- Conducted assessments of environmental risks for ongoing energy projects and operations.
- Managed compliance audits to ensure adherence to environmental regulations and best practices.
Business Development & Regulatory Manager
Vanoco Consulting
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Developed regulatory compliance strategies for client projects across various industries.
- Managed submission processes for regulatory approvals with relevant authorities.
- Coordinated communication between clients and regulatory bodies for clarity and compliance.
- Developed compliance strategy and process while engaging stakeholders to meet client needs.
Regulatory Analyst
Progressive Consulting
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Analyzed regulatory compliance for healthcare and pharmaceutical clients.
- Tracked compliance, reported on findings, and managed permitting within federal and state regulatory environments.
- Developed and maintained regulatory documentation for client projects.
- Coordinated communication between clients and regulatory agencies.
Legal Assistant
Hackleman, Olive & Judd, P.A.
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Drafted legal correspondence and documents for various legal proceedings.
- Verified documentation accuracy and regulatory alignment in legal and compliance processes for complex transactions.
- Managed case files and maintained organized legal documents for attorneys.
- Assisted in preparing for trials by gathering evidence and organizing exhibits.
Education
B.S. - Petroleum Engineering
University of North Dakota
01-2025
B.A. - Communications & Law
Colorado State University
01-2012
Skills
- Regulatory strategy
- Environmental Regulation Compliance
- Environmental Compliance Reporting
- Compliance governance
- Audit readiness
- Risk mitigation
- Process improvement
- Policy Development
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Stakeholder relations
Certifications And Tools
FLIR Camera Certification, Spotfire, Aires, PETRA, WellView, Microsoft Office
Timeline
Vice President, Regulatory, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)
Fundare Resources Operating Co., LLC
01.2026 - Current
Director, Environmental, Permitting & Compliance
Fundare Resources Operating Co., LLC
01.2021 - 01.2025
Regulatory Advisor (Contract)
BP America Production Company
01.2020 - 01.2021
Regulatory & Environmental Manager
Clear Creek Resource Partners
01.2018 - 01.2020
Regulatory Manager
Verdad Resources
01.2018 - 12.2018
Regulatory, Permitting & Environmental Manager
Fifth Creek Energy
01.2017 - 01.2018
Business Development & Regulatory Manager
Vanoco Consulting
01.2016 - 01.2017
Regulatory Analyst
Progressive Consulting
01.2015 - 01.2016
Legal Assistant
Hackleman, Olive & Judd, P.A.
01.2013 - 01.2015
B.S. - Petroleum Engineering
University of North Dakota
B.A. - Communications & Law
Colorado State University