Independent Petroleum Association of America Announces New Appointments to Board of Directors

 WASHINGTON — Last week, the Independent Petroleum Association of America (IPAA) – advocating for thousands of oil and natural gas producers that develop 90 percent of wells nationwide – held its fall Board of Directors meeting as part of its 95th Annual Meeting and announced the following board appointments.

Current IPAA Regional Director for Pennsylvania, Michael Hillebrand was announced as the new IPAA Chairman effective January 1, 2025. Hillebrand is President and CEO of Huntley & Huntley, LLC; Founder, Principal, and BOM of Olympus Energy, and current Chairman of the Pennsylvania Independent Oil and Gas Association (PIOGA).

Justin Cope, President & CEO of Flywheel Energy, LLC will remain in his role as Vice Chairman of IPAA.

Jonny Heins, Senior Director of Corporate Affairs, Permian Resources was named an At-Large Director.

Cye Cooper Wagner, Executive Vice President of Exploration, Cooper Oil & Gas, Inc. was named an At-Large Director.

Matthew White, Vice President of Accounting and Commercial, Burk Royalty Co., Ltd. was named Regional Director – North Texas.

Kate Farr, Senior Director of Government Affairs, Occidental Petroleum was named Chair of the IPAA Land & Royalty Committee.

Andrew Vecera, Director of Advocacy Services, Ryan LLC was named Chair of the IPAA Tax Committee.

View all IPAA board members here.

Jeff Eshelman, IPAA President and CEO: “The organizations these industry leaders are a part of show the breadth of our industry and IPAA, from small to large independent producers with operations in basins across the country providing energy to Americans. The IPAA team is grateful to have these men and women contribute their expertise and talent to our association.”

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