Richard Fraley

Richard Fraley is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the energy sector, currently serving as a Senior Advisor at Crestview Partners since August 2017 and an Independent Board Member at W Resources LLC since May 2016. Prior roles include EVP and COO at Samson Resources from July 2013 to February 2016, and Advisor at The Carlyle Group from December 2012 to July 2013. Fraley’s career began with significant positions at Burlington Resources, where roles included VP Operations, Vice President of International, and VP and Chief Engineer, spanning from July 1996 to March 2006. Additionally, Fraley held the position of San Juan BU Manager at ConocoPhillips from March 2006 to June 2007. Richard Fraley earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Geological Engineering from the Colorado School of Mines, attended from 1975 to 1979.