Bryan Sheffield

Bryan Sheffield
Born 1978/1979 (age 39–40)[1]
Residence Austin, Texas, U.S.
Nationality American
Alma mater Southern Methodist University
Occupation Businessman
Known for founder and CEO, Parsley Energy
Net worth US$1.04 billion (March 2018)[1]
Spouse(s) married
Children 2
Parent(s) Scott D. Sheffield

Bryan Sheffield (born 1978/79) is an American billionaire businessman.

Bryan Sheffield is the son of Scott D. Sheffield, former chief executive officer (CEO) of Pioneer Natural Resources.[2] He has a master's degree from Southern Methodist University.[1]

In 2008, Sheffield founded Parsley Energy, taking over 109 old wells that his grandfather Joe Parsley had drilled in the Midland, Texas area.[1] He had no previous experience in the energy business, just "family connections" and a "trader's taste for risk".[2]

In January 2018, Sheffield announced he would resign from his role as CEO of Parsley Energy and become the executive chairman of the company. [3]

Sheffield is married, with two children, and lives in Austin, Texas.[1]

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 5 "Forbes profile: Bryan Sheffield". Forbes. Retrieved 15 March 2018.
  2. 1 2 Helman, Christopher (15 October 2014). "The Oil Patch Prince: A Great Tale Of West Texas". Forbes. Retrieved 24 March 2017.
  3. "Parsley CEO Sheffield Stepping Into New Role In 2019; Successor Named". Oil and Gas Investor. Retrieved 2018-05-10.
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