SandRidge Energy, Inc. Announces Resignation of Carl Giesler and Appointment of Grayson Pranin to President and Chief Executive Officer

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SandRidge Energy (NYSE: SD) announced the resignation of CEO Carl Giesler, effective July 16, 2021, who is leaving for another career opportunity without disagreements. The Board appointed Grayson Pranin, the current COO, as the new CEO, highlighting his past contributions to right-sizing the company's cost structure and maximizing cash flow. Jonathan Frates, Chairman, expressed gratitude for Giesler's leadership during a challenging period and voiced confidence in Pranin's capabilities to steer the company forward.

Positive

• Grayson Pranin's appointment as CEO aims to enhance cash flow management.
• Pranin has a decade of experience with SandRidge in engineering and operations.

Negative

• Carl Giesler's departure may raise concerns about leadership continuity.

OKLAHOMA CITY, July 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- SandRidge Energy, Inc. (the "Company" or "SandRidge") (NYSE: SD) today announced that Carl Giesler, Jr. has resigned as Chief Executive Officer, President and a member of the Board of Directors for the Company (the "Board") in order to pursue another career opportunity. Mr. Giesler's resignation will be effective July 16, 2021, and is not the result of any disagreement with the Company or any matter relating to the Company's operations, policies or practices.

The Board has appointed Grayson Pranin, the Company's current Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, to serve as President, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer. For the past 10 years, Mr. Pranin has served in various engineering, operational and leadership roles at the Company. Further, Mr. Pranin's appointment represents a continuation of the Board and the Company's focus on maximizing cash flow. Mr. Pranin held a significant role in right sizing the Company's cost structure and operations during his tenure.

Jonathan Frates, Chairman of the Company's Board, commented, "We would like to thank Carl for his leadership since joining the Company in the spring of 2020. He guided SandRidge through a difficult period to reposition the Company and to right-size its cost structure. We believe that with the Board, Grayson and Salah's leadership, the Company is well positioned to maximize the cash flow of its long-lived, primarily PDP oil and gas properties."

About SandRidge Energy, Inc.
SandRidge Energy, Inc. (NYSE: SD) is an independent oil and gas company engaged in the development and acquisition of oil and gas properties. Its primary area of operations is the Mid-Continent region in Oklahoma and Kansas.  Further information can be found at www.sandridgeenergy.com.

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SandRidge Energy, Inc.
1 E. Sheridan Ave. Suite 500
Oklahoma City, OK 73104
investors@sandridgeenergy.com  

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FAQ

When did Carl Giesler resign as CEO of SandRidge Energy?

Carl Giesler resigned on July 16, 2021.

Who has been appointed as the new CEO of SandRidge Energy?

Grayson Pranin has been appointed as the new CEO.

What were the reasons for Carl Giesler's resignation from SandRidge Energy?

Carl Giesler resigned to pursue another career opportunity, without any disagreements with the company.

What experience does Grayson Pranin bring to his new role as CEO of SandRidge Energy?

Grayson Pranin has over ten years of experience in various engineering, operational, and leadership roles at SandRidge.