Brian Benson

A 20+ year seasoned professional of the industry, Brian graduated from Western Michigan University with a BS in Business Administration, and joined Western Land Services as a Staff Landman in 1996. From there, he quickly worked his way up to project management, and was eventually promoted to Michigan Land Manager in 2007. Experienced in all facets of land services, Brian has managed leasing, title, abstracting, right of way, and permitting projects for oil, gas, and renewable energy prospects in Michigan and beyond. Today, as Director of Land and Right of Way for the U.S, Brian oversees WLS’s operations throughout the United States, making sure projects run smoothly and on time, while connecting client’s needs with the expansive services offered by WLS. Brian is a Certified Professional Landman, as well as a member of the AAPL, IRWA, and multiple other industry associations across the country.