Mr. Chandler has served as our Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer – Northern Region since April 2007. Mr. Chandler, age 42, has been President and sole owner of Chandler Energy, LLC since its inception in July 2000. From 1988-2000, Mr. Chandler was employed by The Chandler Company, a privately-held exploration company operating primarily in the Rocky Mountains. His responsibilities over the 12-year period included involvement in exploration, prospect generation, acquisition, structure and promotion as well as direct responsibility for all land functions including contract compliance, lease acquisition and administration. Mr. Chandler received a Bachelor's of Science Degree from the University of Colorado, Boulder in 1992.