We talk team growth, recruitment struggles, and the trends shaping the next wave of energy projects. From promotions and new hires to the ongoing challenge of finding top talent, the conversation sheds light on what’s happening behind the scenes. With humor and real-world insights, Brent, Brandon, and Steve share how they’re adapting to a busy, ever-changing market.

Time Stamps

• 01:00 - Episode Intro
• 03:30 - Company Announcements and Promotions
• 06:45 - New Hires and Team Updates
• 10:17 - Conferences Golf Tournaments
• 16:22 - Industry Activity and Market Trends
• 20:57- Renewable Energy Outlook
• 21:24 - Data Centers and Energy Integration
• 23:51 - Challenges in Staffing and Recruitment
• 33:31 - Regional Differences in Landman Sourcing
• 41:25 - Summer Plans and Future Outlook

Snippets from the Episode

• "All of a sudden, you’re seeing a shift from ‘oil and gas is bad and green is good’ to ‘now we need oil and gas.’ Data centers might be the bridge that brings everyone together." -Steve
• "If you’re starting to look for landmen when you need to staff a job, you’re already too late. You have to be aggressive and proactive to keep good people on your projects." -Brent
• “We’re definitely seeing a little uptick in new energy projects like hydrogen, lithium, and geothermal, which is a great opportunity for landmen to adapt and grow.” -Brandon

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