Chris Tooman

A graduate of Grand Valley State University, Chris holds a BS degree in advertising and public relations. Chris worked in motorsports marketing and brand management prior to joining WLS in 2008. Working his way up from staff landman to project manager and eventually land manager, he cut his teeth in all facets of land work. His experience spans acquisition, title, curative, due diligence, operations and ROW across a number of industries. Early in his tenure at WLS, Chris saw the need for diversification in the energy sector and has diligently helped prepare WLS to strategically position itself in emerging markets. He is responsible for the creation and growth of the Renewables Division at WLS, where he currently serves as Director. His team of nationwide project managers and support staff apply tried and true land strategies, alongside innovative techniques to gain efficiencies for their clients. Chris is CPL certified with the AAPL and is a former president of the Michigan Association of Professional Landmen.