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Murphy Oil Corporation Elects Laura A. Sugg to Board of Directors

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Laura A. Sugg, a veteran of the oil and gas industry with over 30 years of experience, has been elected to the Murphy Oil Corporation Board of Directors. Sugg brings a broad background in capital allocation and operations to the role, with experience in corporate finance, planning, human resources, and business development. She has served as a director on the boards of Williams Companies Inc. and Denbury Resources Inc., and has held senior positions at ConocoPhillips, including Vice President of Worldwide Gas. Sugg's appointment is effective as of February 9, 2015.

Key Takeaways:

  • Laura A. Sugg brings over 30 years of experience in the oil and gas industry to her role as a member of the Murphy Oil Corporation Board of Directors.
  • Sugg has served in various senior positions, including Vice President of Worldwide Gas at ConocoPhillips and Division President, Australasia, responsible for operations and profitability in Australia and East Timor.
  • Sugg has experience in corporate finance, planning, human resources, and business development, which will enhance the Board's abilities in these areas.
  • Sugg serves as a director on the boards of Williams Companies Inc. and Denbury Resources Inc., demonstrating her commitment to corporate governance and leadership.
  • Sugg's appointment to the Murphy Oil Corporation Board of Directors is effective as of February 9, 2015, and Claiborne Deming, Chairman of the Board, welcomes her perspectives and contributions to the company.
  • Sugg holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from Oklahoma State University and is a member of the National Association of Corporate Directors.

Statistics:

  • Over 30 years of experience in the oil and gas industry.
  • 23 years of service at ConocoPhillips, including senior executive roles.
  • Served as a director on the boards of Williams Companies Inc. and Denbury Resources Inc.
  • 6 board memberships, including Murphy Oil Corporation, Williams Companies Inc., and Denbury Resources Inc.
  • Served as Vice President of Worldwide Gas at ConocoPhillips from 2002 to 2005.
  • Served as Division President, Australasia, responsible for operations and profitability in Australia and East Timor in Southeast Asia, from 2005 to 2009.

Sources:

  • Thomson Reuters ONE via COMTEX
  • Murphy Oil Corp via Globenewswire
  • COMTEX SmarTrend Alert, as of Friday, 02-06-2015 23:59
  • Comtex News Network, Inc.

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