Brian Whittingham

ProPetro is a Texas-based oilfield services company providing hydraulic fracturing and other complementary services to leading upstream oil and gas companies engaged in the exploration and production, or E&P, of North American unconventional oil and natural gas resources. In this position I have overall responsibility for delivery and execution of HR services provided to the business. Key focus areas include supporting ProPetro's business strategy, refinement and implementation of HR systems and process and talent management strategy.

I led strategic HR initiatives that drive global operations and influence business unit leaders, with a keen focus on cost and time-sensitive action steps that drive employee engagement and align with senior leaders to accomplish organizational goals. Key accomplishments: ▪ I directly manage a contingent workforce to ensure high-quality contractors are sourced and delivered, and projects are executed effectively. ▪ I lead HR operations in the development of change management and organizational development initiatives that position the business for growth, and deployment of new products and service offerings. ▪ I drive employee engagement efforts to accomplish organizational goals that put front line staff and leaders in a better position for professional development and advancement.

I provided HR leadership for the U.S. operations, leading a team of 48 human resources professionals that supported 110 contract logistics and transportation sites. Key accomplishments: ▪ I re-focused HR initiatives to include aligning resources with business strategy, talent identification, and professional development. ▪ I represented the company in union matters and provided support and coaching regarding agreement renewals, grievances, and union avoidance strategies.

I led HR operations for the Valves & Measurements business unit in organizational design, change management, and execution during restructure of the business. I progressed into this leadership role, taking over all business units from subsequent roles at Cameron. Key accomplishments: ▪ I developed a behavior-based assessment tool and performance model for the sales organization that increased productivity and engagement in the performance review process. ▪ I designed and implemented the HR processes that improved alignment with corporate HR strategy and people-focused initiatives. ▪ I facilitated and implemented employee engagement initiatives that advanced the company’s mission and core values.

I led employee engagement initiatives, including the facilitation of action planning sessions with management, and accountability efforts for associated objectives to drive improvement. Key accomplishments: ▪ I directed Kaizen events and provided HR leadership with support that dramatically improved the sales inquiry to order process, inclusive of key deliverables and business metrics. ▪ I improved the company’s succession planning initiatives and partnered with teams to ensure future successors were prepared for critical roles in the organization.

I managed HR operations and Shared Services in Asia Pacific and the Middle East (APME), while driving division and corporate HR programs and initiatives for talent development, succession planning, performance management, and university relations. Key accomplishments: ▪ I established an HR structure in the region, including recruitment of country HR Managers in critical markets, such as China, Australia, and UAE. ▪ I designed and executed HR audits for APME to evaluate processes and procedures in preparation for the creation of an HR shared services hub in Singapore. ▪ I analyzed market compensation and benefit surveys, while collaborating with corporate staff and external consultants to implement change and retain market competitiveness. ▪ I negotiated labor agreements on behalf of all divisions in Australia.

I provided global HR advice and guidance for divisional talent programs, organizational structure design, coaching, and mentoring for plant HR Managers. I served as the Strategic HR Business Partner to global business units, to streamline processes and advance growth. Key accomplishments: ▪ I led the recruitment and training efforts for a new, state of the art manufacturing facility located in Ploiesti, Romania. ▪ I implemented a Corporate University Relations Program for the University of Florida, resulting in increased recruitment of high potential engineering, finance and information technology students.