EOG Resources Promotes Ezra Yacob to President

Rhea-AI Summary

EOG Resources has announced the promotion of Ezra Y. Yacob to President, effective immediately. Yacob, who has been with EOG since 2005, previously served as Executive Vice President, Exploration and Production. He played a key role in the success of the Delaware Basin and has helped create a strong portfolio of exploration opportunities. Yacob's strong leadership and technical skills are expected to benefit EOG's operations as it continues to focus on crude oil and natural gas production across its extensive assets in the U.S., Trinidad, and China.

Positive

• Ezra Y. Yacob's promotion to President reflects strong leadership and operational success, beneficial for EOG.
• Yacob's experience in driving the success of the Delaware Basin enhances EOG's key asset management.
• His strategic vision is likely to create valuable exploration opportunities, extending EOG's historic success.

Negative

• None.

HOUSTON, Jan. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- EOG Resources, Inc. (EOG) today announced that its Board of Directors has promoted Ezra Y. Yacob to President of EOG effective immediately. Since December 2017, Yacob has held the position of Executive Vice President, Exploration and Production responsible for EOG's Fort Worth, Artesia and International operating areas.

"Ezra Yacob has consistently demonstrated exceptional technical, operational and leadership skills throughout his career at EOG," said William R. "Bill" Thomas, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "He has become a trusted advisor, and his strategic vision, financial acumen and sound judgment will be valuable attributes in his new role as president of the company. Ezra also exemplifies EOG's outstanding culture. He is a genuine serving leader, and a champion of EOG's unique decentralized business model and bottom-up driven value creation."

Ezra joined EOG in 2005 and has held positions of increasing responsibility across multiple operating offices. Prior to joining the headquarters executive management team in December 2017, Ezra served as Vice President and General Manager of the company's Midland operations. In Midland, Ezra was instrumental in driving the success of the Delaware Basin, which is now one of EOG's premier assets. In his headquarters role, Ezra has been in the forefront of creating a robust portfolio of organic exploration opportunities to extend EOG's historic success.

Before joining EOG, Ezra worked for the Minerals Division at the United States Geological Survey. Ezra has a Bachelor of Science degree in Geology from the University of Puget Sound, a Master of Science degree in Geology from the Colorado School of Mines and a Master of Business Administration degree from The University of Texas at Tyler.

About EOG
EOG Resources, Inc. (NYSE: EOG) is one of the largest crude oil and natural gas exploration and production companies in the United States with proved reserves in the United States, Trinidad, and China. To learn more visit www.eogresources.com.

Investor Contacts
David Streit  713-571-4902
Neel Panchal  713-571-4884

Media and Investor Contact
Kimberly Ehmer  713-571-4676

View original content:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/eog-resources-promotes-ezra-yacob-to-president-301200479.html

SOURCE EOG Resources, Inc.

FAQ

Who has been promoted to President of EOG Resources?

Ezra Y. Yacob has been promoted to President of EOG Resources, effective immediately.

What role did Ezra Y. Yacob hold prior to being promoted?

Before his promotion, Ezra Y. Yacob served as Executive Vice President, Exploration and Production.

What contributions has Ezra Y. Yacob made to EOG Resources?

Yacob has significantly contributed to EOG's success in the Delaware Basin and has developed a robust exploration portfolio.

When did Ezra Y. Yacob join EOG Resources?

Ezra Y. Yacob joined EOG Resources in 2005.

What is EOG Resources known for?

EOG Resources is one of the largest crude oil and natural gas exploration and production companies in the United States.