Our Team
Bob Nelson
President and CEO
is the President and CEO of Nelson & Clark, Inc., a company established for the development of oil and gas in Kansas.
Mr. Nelson has a broad and extensive background in the oil and gas industry. He began his career in 1987, working for Unocal, as an Operator, in the LAR division in Wilmington, California. Throughout his career, he has been involved in all aspects of oil exploration and production, both conventional and unconventional.
Mr. Nelson's expertise stems from his "Hands On" experience problem-solving abilities in the field. He also possesses distinct skills in structuring and funding a variety oil projects, granting him a unique perspective that few in the industry can claim. Moreover, one of his notable strengths lies in team building and the ability to gather top industry experts to work directly in the development and production of various oil and gas plays. His team has successfully drilled oil and gas wells in Texas, Illinois, Kentucky, and Kansas. Furthermore,
Mr. Nelson has held both his Series 63 and Series 22 licenses. Mr Nelson is also one of the few to own and develop a Meteor Impact structure which is identified in the national registry of Impact Structures. Meteorite Impact Structures are the most prolific oil producing fields in the world.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Bob Nelson is recognized for his dedication to giving back to the community. He is currently active in working with the less fortunate in his community. In the early 1990s, he traveled with a group of athletes as a public speaker, delivering an uplifting message to young people across the United States and Canada.
Barry Mercer
Geologist, Geological Engineer, Geophysicist
Geologist, Geological Engineer, Geophysicist Barry has an impressive career and educational background which includes: B.S., Geology, University of Missouri – Rolla, 1975; M.S., Geology and Geophysics, U.M. – Rolla, 1976; M.S., Geological Engineering, U.M. – Rolla, 1978.
He has finished most of his requirements for his PHD degree in Geological Engineering at the same school. He has experience in most of the on shore oil and gas basins of North America; working with mining as well as major oil and gas companies.
Barry’s foremost focus over the past 35 years has been researching and generating oil and gas throughout the United States. He was responsible for the discovery of the Wilburton Gasfield (2001), Wilburton, Oklahoma. Barry worked for Jerry Jones (owner of Dallas Cowboys); accumulating over 1TCF+ (trillion cubic feet of gas). In 2005 Barry discovered the Talihina Gas Field (2005) for in the Arkoma-Ouachita Basin of Oklahoma with estimated reserves of 627 BCF. He also generated seven major Gas fields in the same area, including generation geology for the Potato Hills Gasfield, one of Oklahoma's largest gas fields that has accumulated approximately 450 BCF (Billion Cubic Feet) of gas, with the potential of 2+ TCF (Trillion Cubic Feet) of gas. Barry is one of the foremost experts in the identification and development of Meteorite Impact Structures. He made an Impact Structure discovery with City Service early in his career near Charleston, West Virginia in 1980-81 with initial production of 200+ million cubic feet of gas per day 1000 CFPD. He also worked with Harold Hamm in the Ames Astroblem (120+/- million barrels of oil and large gas reservoirs) in Mayor County Oklahoma.
Randy Bacon
Drilling and Completion Supervision
Randy Bacon is a highly accomplished professional in the oil and gas industry, with extensive experience in drilling, completion, and supervision. His career spans over four decades, during which he has worked with renowned companies such as Amoco, BP, Sierra Eng., and Whiting Petroleum. In addition to his corporate roles, Randy also started his own oil and gas company, RBOC, LLC.
Randy's career began in 1977 with Amoco as a Production Operator, where he established his reputation as a dedicated and skilled professional. He quickly advanced within the company, moving on to Automation roles and Integrated Work Teams. Randy's contributions were instrumental in initiating the first Amoco gas well automation installation and designing automation PC boards for the company.
During his time at Amoco, Randy played a critical role in increasing production in three sectors of the Hugoton gas field through an aggressive well maintenance program. He collaborated with industry leaders such as Halliburton Energy Services and Baker Petrolite to develop innovative clean-up and mini stimulation techniques to optimize older gas wells.
As a Planning/Scheduling Specialist, Randy effectively managed Amoco's maintenance rig program and utilized a downhole chemical program for enhanced operational efficiency. His expertise extended to budget planning, and he played a key role in writing budget proposals for over 2700 wells for multiple years.
In 2003, Randy joined BP, focusing on Completion and Workovers. He successfully completed the challenging BP's Chase and Panoma gas well project, demonstrating his ability to deliver projects on time and within budget. Throughout his career, Randy has worked with various companies, including Lowen Operating, V&R Oil, EOG, Crystal River Oil & Gas, ElPaso, Enervest, Bengalia Land & Cattle, and Baytex Energy USA, acquiring a diverse range of skills in oil and gas well maintenance, acid & fracture stimulation, drilling, completion, P&A, and construction supervision.
As a Frac consultant for Whiting Petroleum, Randy further honed his expertise in stimulating oil wells. He contributed to projects involving Bakken and Three Forks horizontal oil wells in North Dakota. His involvement encompassed prep and fracture stimulation, flowback, StimSleave drillout, sand cleanout, well rod up with production equipment, tank battery and lease construction, and ongoing well maintenance.
Driven by his passion for the industry, Randy founded RBOC, LLC, an oil and gas company in *2015. His entrepreneurial spirit and extensive knowledge have driven the success of his company. He continues to provide expert services in drilling, completion, and construction. Randy's skills span various regions, including Kansas, Colorado, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, North Dakota, and Wyoming.
Randy Bacon's comprehensive industry experience, technical skills, and track record of success make him a valued professional in the oil and gas industry. His dedication, expertise, and determination continue to distinguish him as a trustworthy and capable drilling and completion supervisor.
Pete Kuneyl
Drilling and Production Manager
Pete Kuneyl is a seasoned veteran in the oil and gas industry, whose extensive career spans several
decades, showcasing his ascent from the ground up to pivotal leadership roles. With a foundation
rooted in hands-on experience, Kuneyl has demonstrated a profound expertise and dedication to the
field of petroleum engineering and operations management.
Starting his career in the early 1980s as a relief pumper and roustabout, Kuneyl quickly familiarized
himself with the operational aspects of the oil and gas sector. His responsibilities ranged from
operating heavy machinery to assisting in the construction of pumping units and tank batteries,
providing him with a solid operational and technical foundation.
Kuneyl's academic pursuits include attending Schlumberger Perforating and Logging schools,
Halliburton Cementing, Acidizing, and Fracturing schools, alongside Echometer training schools.
Despite facing challenges in his educational path, such as the cancellation of Petroleum Engineering
classes at Barton Co. Community College due to a lack of qualified professors, he persevered by
completing a Basic Computer Programming Course and earning an Associate's Degree in Petroleum
Engineering from the same institution.
Progressing through his career, Kuneyl took on roles of increasing responsibility, from being a pumper
overseeing a handful of wells to becoming a production foreman for Central Kansas District at Murfin
Drilling Co., Inc., where he was responsible for tracking the production of approximately 200 oil and
gas wells and directing safety programs. His leadership skills were further honed as he became the
Southwest Kansas area Superintendent, managing drilling, completion, and construction operations for
oil and gas wells and water flood projects.
In August 1996, Kuneyl joined North American Resources Company as the Drilling and Production
Manager for Kansas production, where he managed operations of the Stewart Water Flood Unit and
oversaw contract drilling rigs, well service units, and roustabouts, before the company was acquired by
PetroSantander.
Since August 1997, Pete Kuneyl has been with PetroSantander “USA” Inc., where he ascended to the
role of VP of USA Operations / Drilling and Production Manager. In this capacity, he has led the design
and implementation of large-scale water floods in Southwest Kansas, CO2 injection facilities, pipelines,
and SCADA systems. He oversees a broad range of operations, from tracking production and injection
to managing safety and environmental programs. His international experience includes consulting in
Brazil, Colombia, and Romania to improve well service and drilling operations, water flood operations,
and chemical programs, among others.
Edward Bush
Petroleum Engineer (Consultant)
Ed is a highly experienced petroleum engineer with over 40 years of extensive industry experience. He has worked in various countries around the world, including Pakistan, Indonesia, Spain, North Sea (UK & Norway), Tunisia, Sharjah UAE, Trinidad, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Albania, Bangladesh, Thailand, Azerbaijan, and Bahrain.
Ed's recent work with the Oil Minister in Bahrain has been particularly noteworthy, as he was directly responsible for a significant 80 Billion Barrel oil discovery. In addition to this remarkable achievement, Ed has served as a Project Manager of Operations and General Manager of Business Units in three different countries: Thailand, Azerbaijan, and Indonesia.
Throughout his career, Ed has gained expertise in planning and implementing drilling operations in challenging environments. He is well-versed in handling various types of drilling operations, including High Temperature High Pressure (HTHP), sour gas, horizontal wells, acid fracturing, proppant fracturing, and complex logistics. Ed's experience encompasses both onshore and offshore operations, and he has proven his ability to perform effectively in extreme pressure situations and difficult locations such as remote jungles, remote deserts, offshore locations, and floater operations.
In terms of his work experience, Ed has an extensive background in executive management, project management of drilling/completions/well optimizations, and workover operations. His domestic and international experience spans a wide range of environments, including onshore, offshore, deep water, remote jungles, and desert operations. In total, Ed has accumulated 40 years of experience in the Exploration and Production (E&P) sector.
With his vast knowledge and expertise in the petroleum industry, Ed is a valuable asset to any organization seeking to succeed in the highly competitive global market.
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