White Rock Oil & Gas

Robert Matejek

Founder

Robert co-founded White Rock in 2012, assembled an industry leading executive team, raised assets from institutional investors and successfully deployed the capital.

From 1990-2010, he was employed by Merit Energy where he attained the title of President. During his four years as President, he had responsibility for over 800 employees and oversaw daily production of ~100,000 BOE. Throughout his 20 years at Merit, Robert was instrumental in the growth from start-up to operations in 13 states, the Gulf of Mexico and Canada. From 1983-90, he was a Reservoir and Operations Engineer for Exxon. Robert holds a BS in Petroleum Engineering from Texas Tech University and is a member of the Boys Town Board of Trustees and Investment Committee.

Charles Bray

Founder

Charles co-founded White Rock in 2012, assembled an industry leading executive team, raised assets from institutional investors and successfully deployed the capital.

Prior to White Rock, he founded three companies, Lone Star Land & Energy (2007), Tristar Producer Services of Texas (1992) and Simray Energy (1992). Lone Star, an EnCap company, profitably developed the Bakken Shale and was sold in 2010 while Simray acquired and exploited oil & gas properties in the southern U.S. From 1987-92, Charles was Engineering Manager – Acquisitions for Bridge Oil focused on evaluation and negotiation of oil & gas property acquisitions. From 1981-87, he held various operations and engineering roles for Joe Neal & Associates, Claydesta National Bank and ARCO Oil & Gas. Charles holds a BS in Petroleum Engineering from Texas A&M University and is a Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Texas.

Rusty Ginnetti

Chief Operating Officer

Rusty is responsible for and successfully hired a team to manage operations, exploitation, business development and asset management.

Rusty Ginnetti joined White Rock in 2013 and serves as its Chief Operating Officer. From 1998-2013, Rusty was employed by Merit Energy where he held various positions including Division Operations Manager, Director of Business Development and Regional Manager. During his time at Merit, Rusty managed operations, exploitation, land, regulatory and marketing groups with responsibility for managing assets with $1.5 billion of net book value across 10 states. From 1995-98, he was an Operations Engineer at Texaco focused in the Permian Basin. Rusty holds a BS in Petroleum Engineering from Texas Tech University.

Gayle McCrory

Chief Financial Officer
Chief Compliance Officer

Gayle is responsible for and successfully hired a team to manage finance, accounting, human resources and information technology.

Gayle McCrory joined White Rock in 2012 and serves as its Chief Financial Officer and Chief Compliance Officer. From 1990-2011, Gayle was employed by Merit Energy where she helped develop the net profits structure and held various positions including Controller, Director of Accounting and Director of Tax. From 1983-90, she was employed by Ernst & Young where she attained the title of Audit Manager. Gayle holds a BBA from Southern Methodist University and is a licensed Certified Public Accountant in the State of Texas.

Brett Keener

Vice President of Operations

Brett handles day-to-day responsibilities for White Rock’s operations, which includes operations and engineering staff.

Brett Keener joined White Rock in 2014 and serves as its Vice President of Operations. From 2012-14, he was a Senior Engineer for Eagle Oil & Gas focused on the Permian Basin. From 2010-12, Brett was employed by Merit Energy as an Engineer covering the Permian Basin and North Texas. From 2005-10, he was a Drilling and Completions Engineer for Saga Petroleum and CDX Gas. Brett holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A&M University – Kingsville.

Jacob Hartgroves

Vice President of Corporate Development

Jacob evaluates new opportunities, manages White Rock’s reserve report and exploitation activities.

Jacob Hartgroves joined White Rock in 2015 and serves as its Vice President of Corporate Development. From 2014-15, he was a Petroleum Engineer for Aethon Energy focused on acquisitions and operations. From 2009-14, Jacob was employed by Merit Energy as a Reservoir Engineer identifying and quantifying development opportunities and as an Operations Engineer covering the Permian Basin. Jacob holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A&M University.

Adam Visosky

Business Development &
Marketing Manager

Adam manages acquisition and divestiture processes at White Rock and the sale of White Rock’s oil, gas and natural gas liquids.

Adam Visosky joined White Rock in 2017 and leads its Business Development and Marketing efforts. From 2011-17, he was a Landman for Devon Energy focused on activity in Illinois, Louisiana, North Dakota, Oklahoma and Texas. Adam holds both an MBA with a concentration in Energy Finance from Southern Methodist University and a BBA in Energy Commerce from Texas Tech University.

Amy Smith

Vice President of Acquisitions & Divestments – Accounting

Amy coordinates acquisitions and divestments from an accounting perspective.

Amy Smith joined White Rock in 2013 and serves as Vice President of Acquisitions & Divestments - Accounting. Prior to White Rock, she served as a Joint Interest Accounting Supervisor at Denbury Resources and as Accounting Manager - North Division at Merit Energy Company. Amy started her career at PricewaterhouseCoopers as an Auditor. Amy holds both a Masters in Professional Accounting and a BBA in Accounting from The University of Texas at Austin and is a licensed Certified Public Accountant in the State of Texas.

Trey Thigpin

Vice President of Finance and Investor Relations

In addition to Trey’s investor relations responsibilities, he also works on financial analysis, planning, hedging, credit facilities and treasury at White Rock.

Trey Thigpin joined White Rock in 2016 and serves as its Vice President of Finance and Investor Relations. His experience at White Rock includes financial analysis, planning, hedging, credit facilities, and treasury. From 2015-16, he was an Analyst with Steel Resources. During 2010-14, Trey was Campaign Manager for a Texas Railroad Commission candidate, Legislative Director and Chief of Staff for two members of the Texas House of Representatives. Trey holds both an MBA with concentrations in Energy Finance and Accounting and a BS in Economics from Southern Methodist University.

Robert Matejek

Founder

Charles Bray

Founder

Rusty Ginnetti

Chief Operating Officer

Gayle McCrory

Chief Financial Officer Chief Compliance Officer

Brett Keener

Vice President of Operations

Jacob Hartgroves

Vice President of Corporate Development

Adam Visosky

Business Development & Marketing Manager

Amy Smith

Vice President of Acquisitions & Divestments – Accounting

Trey Thigpin

Vice President of Finance and Investor Relations

Chief Financial Officer
Chief Compliance Officer

Business Development &
Marketing Manager