What happens when old-school oilfields meet new-school tech? You get something like Spindletop AI, think machine learning and edge computing tailored for mid-sized operators trying to squeeze more out of every drop. Ian’s built a platform that helps producers ditch the spreadsheets and start making smarter, faster decisions right in the field. We talk about managing marginal wells, building hardware on a budget, and how he’s helping folks bump production by double digits. There’s also a great origin story behind the name Spindletop, plus some real talk on what it takes to launch a startup in the energy world without losing your mind (or your budget).

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00:00 - Energy Tech Nexus
00:16 - Intro to Ian Uriarte
05:40 - Lifecycle of an Oil Well
12:19 - TimberGrove vs Spindletop
17:29 - Spindletop's Innovations
19:14 - Spindletop Network Functionality
25:42 - Spindletop's Current Journey
34:00 - Insights from the Pilot Program
34:42 - Achieving 17% Improvement
40:18 - Fundraising Journey Overview
47:15 - Motivations Behind Spindletop
50:48 - Current Opportunities for Spindletop
51:39 - Audience Support for Spindletop
53:34 - Learning More About Spindletop

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