Whiting Petroleum Corporation Appoints James J. Volker as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer

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James J. Volker, a seasoned oil industry executive with 29 years of experience, has been elected as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Whiting Petroleum Corporation, effective immediately. Volker brings a wealth of managerial expertise, having co-founded Energy Management Corporation, a Denver-based independent oil and gas company, and serving as its Executive-Vice President and later President. Volker holds a Bachelor's degree in finance from the University of Denver, an MBA from the University of Colorado, and has completed a course in Reservoir Engineering for industry executives.

Key Takeaways:

  • James J. Volker, a veteran oil industry executive, has been appointed as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Whiting Petroleum Corporation, effective immediately.
  • Volker has 29 years of experience in the domestic oil industry, including serving as a co-founder, Executive-Vice President, and President of Energy Management Corporation, a Denver-based independent oil and gas company.
  • Volker holds a Bachelor's degree in finance from the University of Denver, an MBA from the University of Colorado, and has completed a course in Reservoir Engineering for industry executives.
  • Whiting Petroleum Corporation is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Alliant Energy Corporation, listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
  • Alliant Energy Corporation is a growing energy services provider with operations both domestically and internationally, serving over two million customers worldwide.
  • Whiting Petroleum Corporation is an independent oil and gas company engaged in the acquisition of producing properties and in exploration and production operations.
  • Volker's appointment is expected to bring significant expertise and leadership to Whiting Petroleum Corporation.

Statistics:

  • 29 years: The amount of experience James J. Volker has in the domestic oil industry.
  • 1983-1993: The period during which Volker served as Vice President-Marketing and Corporate Development at Whiting Petroleum Corporation.
  • 1993-May 1: The period during which Volker served as a consultant for corporate development at Whiting Petroleum Corporation.
  • 2 million: The number of customers served by Alliant Energy Corporation worldwide.

Sources:

  • "Whiting Petroleum Corporation Reports Election of James J. Volker as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer" (Aug. 25, PRNewswire)
  • Whiting Petroleum Corporation's company profile (exact as mentioned in the original text)