MEET OUR TEAM
Today, what drives us isn’t just technology—it’s our people. Their deep expertise, unwavering integrity, and passion for solving problems are the heart of everything we do.
Derek Nixon
President & CEO
A dedicated and decisive leader with extensive domestic and international experience. Derek has a proven track record of growing top and bottom lines in drilling and completions tools worldwide.
COLIN STEVENSON
Chief Financial Officer
Brings 30 years of experience in global financial and manufacturing operational roles in the oilfield service industry.
Prior to joining Varel, Colin spent 23 years with Schlumberger followed by 7 years in private equity.
Prior to joining Varel, Colin spent 23 years with Schlumberger followed by 7 years in private equity.
Jordan Stringer
Chief Operations Officer
Oversees operations in the Eastern Hemisphere, bringing years of experience from roles at Weatherford and expertise in technical support, field operations, and management.
Jayme Sperring
Chief Commercial Officer
Co-leads commercial activities and guides strategic marketing, communications, and business development within the enterprise. Jayme has a strong background in direct sales, executive management, and strategic planning.
MEET OUR BOARD
Kenneth Murdoch
Board Member of Bluewater
Kenny has over 35 years of experience, he has served on boards for businesses around the world including joint ventures.
Jim Nixon
Chairman and CEO of
Nixon Energy Investments LLC
Jim Nixon has a history of leading Varel International Energy Services to significant growth before its sale to Sandvik AB.
Richard Spears
Managing Director of Spears & Assoc.
Richard Spears has extensive experience in oilfield market research and a background in field engineering with Halliburton.
Salil Oberoi
Director at Bluewater
Salil Oberoi has experience and responsibilities including deal sourcing, financial modeling, and execution. Salil has a background in corporate finance and investment banking.
Derek Nixon
President & CEO of Varel
A dedicated and decisive leader with extensive domestic and international experience. Derek has a proven track record of growing top and bottom lines in drilling and completions tools worldwide.