Fund Governance

A dedicated board with decades of experience in energy and finance.

Our Board

Spindletop Advisory Committee

"The Spindletop Advisory Committee is an indispensable asset to the program, and a testament to the quality of the education students receive."

Comprised of seasoned investors, industry experts, and finance specialists, the Advisory Committee provides invaluable guidance to the students of Spindletop. The committee's diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives ensure every investment pitch is thoroughly evaluated, guaranteeing each student an unparalleled education in the world of energy finance. In addition, the committee's dedication to mentorship and professional development fosters student growth and success, harnessing them with a competitive edge in the job market.

Juliette Barnum

Vice President

Goldman Sachs

Steven Cobb

Managing Director

Pearl Energy Investments

Stuart Duenner

Manager – Finance & IR

Sable Offshore Corp.

Alex Goheen

Partner

Areté Energy

Brian Hansen

Partner

Vortus Investments

Austin Hughes

Senior Vice President

Petrie Partners

August Kehn

Vice President

Key Group Holdings

Christina Kitchens

Managing Partner

3P Energy Capital

Michael LaMotte

Senior Managing Director

Guggenheim Securities

Peter LaNasa

Vice President

Paceline Equity Partners

Charles Landen

Vice President

Silver Hill Energy Partners

Paul Lee

Operating Partner

Tailwater Capital

Chris Miller

Energy IB

Lazard

Morgan Mitchell

Vice President

Jefferies

Jim Mooney

Partner and CIO

Autumn Lane Advisors

Chris Paulsen

Chief Financial Officer

USA Compression

Chase Paxton

Director of Finance & Valuations

NGP

Tim Perry

Vice Chairman of Global Energy

RBC Capital Markets

Andrew Perry

Senior Associate

EnCap Investments

Logan Piper

Senior Associate, IR

Scout Energy Partners

Mark Schlueter

Managing Partner

Sagefield Capital

Chris Steddum

Chief Financial Officer

Texas Pacific Land Corporation

Jere Thompson

Executive Vice President

Diamondback Energy

James Wicklund

Managing Director

PPHB