Andy Wetherell

About Andy Wetherell

Dynamic self-starter with an outstanding attitude and consistent record of high productivity. A competitive driver that measures success by exceeding defined goals. Articulate communicator with high-energy presentation and an expert proficiency in field and in house land services. Eagerness to expand knowledge, expertise and understanding within the profession. High level of integrity and resourcefulness.Proficiencies- Lease Negotiation - Due Diligence - Curative- Mineral Title- Surface Owner Relations - Farmout’s- Joint Operating Agreements 2018 – 7/3/2022Energy Land ManagerProvided accurate and current Land information and analysis for all aspects of energy operations on the Southern Ute Indian Reservation. Coordinated with the Energy Manager and Growth Fund Energy Director on energy-related projects within the exterior boundaries of the Southern Ute Indian Reservation. Supervised and provided day-to-day oversight of employees within the Land Division which included hiring, training, scheduling, performance reviews, and terminationsManaged a team in the development of a new Land management database were accurate leasehold, rights-of-way ownership, and all relevant statistics are held and are easily accessibleProvided Land support to the E&P, Energy Accounting and Royalty Audit staffNegotiated leases, rights-of-way, and other contractual agreements on behalf of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe in conjunction with the BIA Built strong working relationships with the BLM and BIAWorked closely with other Tribal departments and Growth Fund entities to ensure responsible energy development is being done on the Southern Ute ReservationCoordinated the approval of all NEPA actions relating to leases and rights-of-way with the BIA Drafted and/or reviewed all Tribal Council Memos and Resolutions for approval by Growth Fund Management and Tribal Council 2011- 2/10/2017In representation of San Juan Basin specific assets operated by Chevron in La Plata, County Colorado.• Managed all land issues associated with operations• Managed all associated surface owner issues and relationships• Managed all leases/JOA’s/Farmouts • Managed multiple brokers• Negotiated surface/damage agreements• Negotiated multiple agreements with the Southern Ute Indian Tribe’s Department of Energy in conjunction with the BIA & BLM • Worked closely with City & County governments • Managed property divestments • Mentored new hires and worked in a team environment

Experience

1. Energy Manager

   Southern Ute Indian Tribe Growth Fund

   Jul 2022 — Present · Ignacio, CO, US

   I started my Landman career in January of 2006 after graduating from Dallas Baptist University. I started as a field Landman from 2006 – 2011. In 2011 I was hired by Chevron, where I managed Chevron’s San Juan Basin assets in La Plata County, Colorado, focusing on Chevron\'s wells within the bounds of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe Reservation. While at Chevron, I managed all land issues associated with Chevron\'s operations, specifically all associated surface owner issues and relationships, all leases/joint operating agreements /farmouts, managed multiple brokers, negotiated surface/damage agreements, negotiated multiple agreements with the Southern Ute Indian Tribe’s Department of Energy in conjunction with the BIA & BLM, and managed property divestments. I was hired by the Southern Ute Indian Tribe in January of 2018 as the Land Manager of the Department of Energy. I work closely with operators on the Southern Ute Indian Reservation, managing the Tribes\' natural resources. Most recently, I served the Growth Fund organization as the Acting Energy Manager.

Education

• Dallas Baptist University

  Bachelor of Arts and Science, Criminal Justice

  1998 — 2005