CEO

Sean Brake

Sean has led growth and transformation in conventional and unconventional development projects in upstream oil and gas across many geographies – from the Permian Basin to the Northeast, the Gulf of Mexico to California, and throughout Argentina. He is known for his compelling vision, building high-performing teams, and cultivating people-centered, safety-driven operations.

In prior leadership roles, Sean led as Asset Manager for the North San Joaquin Valley with Sentinel Peak Resources. There he spearheaded the transition of existing Seneca Resources heavy & light oil, and natural gas assets into the Sentinel Peak portfolio.  Previously, as Director of the West Division of Seneca Resources, Sean drove the division’s successful financial and operational performance.

Sean’s early career includes leadership roles at CNX Resources Corporation, REX Energy Corporation, and Halliburton.  He began his career with Unocal and Chevron. 

Sean is the Past Board Chair of the California Independent Petroleum Association (CIPA). In 2022, he received CIPA’s Glenn Ferguson Award for advancing the understanding of the oil and natural gas industry.  Sean currently serves as a Board Member of the Pennsylvania Independent Oil & Gas Association (PIOGA).  He has a Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Engineering from Marietta College.

VP, Midstream/o&M Services

Matt Lowther

Matt is a graduate of Fairmont State University and is a native of Clarksburg, WV. He came to ShalePro with more than 11 years of management experience. As VP, Midstream/Operations & Maintenance Services, he is responsible for all of ShalePro's Midstream and O&M Service Operations. Matt has been a driving force to the foundation of the company and its culture and is responsible for the overall day to day operations of all of our O&M field employees working in the Appalachian Basin and across the country. Matt also works hand-in-hand with our sales team and field managers to both create new client relationships and cultivate and expand our services within our current client base. 

VP, Construction

Doug Brown

Doug has more than 16 years of experience working in the natural gas industry across the Appalachian Basin and is a graduate of Wheeling Jesuit University. He most recently served as ShalePro’s Director of Construction Services where he was responsible for all production, midstream, and fabrication construction services before moving into his currently role. Doug now oversees all of our production and midstream work, including our fabrication and welding shop, our instrumentation and electrical services department, and helical pile installation services.

Director, Finance

Andrew Berty

Andrew joined the ShalePro team in 2019 and manages our finance team. He works with all departments across the company to provide financial results and statements. Prior to joining ShalePro, Andrew worked in the finance departments for nearly a decade across several industries, including biotechnology and manufacturing. Andrew is a life-long resident of the Pittsburgh area and is a graduate of Penn State University.

interim CEO

Frank Henderson

Frank is a senior executive and the founder of Appalachian Production Services (APS). Prior to forming APS in 1994, he held various management and technical positions with EQT, CNG Producing Co, Union Drilling, PetroTech, and the U.S.G.S.  His industry experience spans 40 years and includes production management, pipeline, drilling and completion, facility design/installation and geology. Frank is a graduate of St. Lawrence University with honors in Geology and is a Past President and current Board Member of the VA Oil & Gas Association. Frank is also the President/Owner of Appalachian Energy, Inc. (AEI) which is the fourth largest producer of natural gas and coalbed methane (CBM) in Virginia. 

Director, Sales

Dottie Jones

Dottie Jones is a sale executive with more than 10 years of oil and gas industry experience covering a broad range of services. She is a Pennsylvania native and a graduate of the University of Phoenix with a BS in Business, specializing in Marketing. Her oil and gas experience covers the midstream, E&P, and waste disposal sectors of the industry. She has built a great customer base within the Appalachian Basin, selling the company’s services. Dottie leads the company’s efforts of maintaining and growing ShalePro’s diverse base of clients.

djones@shalepro.com

Director, HR/Support Services

Tom Williamson

Tom joined the ShalePro team in August of 2014, handling all Human Resources services and assisting our operation teams of more than 300 employees.  A native of Baltimore, MD and a graduate of Penn State University, he has extensive experience in HR & Operations support management, working more than 18 years in human resources, logistics, compliance, land acquisition, and recruiting. Tom assists in daily field and office operations as well as manages all of ShalePro’s HR, recruiting, and fleet management.

Clarksburg Office 

17 Lane Drive Clarksburg, WV 26301

Mt. Morris Office

313 Steel Hill Road Mt. Morris, PA 15349

Steubenville Shop & Yard

225 Technology Way Steubenville, Ohio 43952

NorthEast PA Shop & Yard

232 State Route 2036 Thompson, PA 18465

Clintwood Field Office

2487 Rose Ridge Clintwood, VA 24228

St. Marys Field Office

141 Carbon Road St. Marys, PA 15857