Fueling Tomorrow · 2025-12-11 · 34 min
In this episode of Fueling Tomorrow, host Erin Bailey sits down with Diamondback’s Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Danny Wesson, for a candid conversation about leadership, innovation, and the company’s remarkable journey from its early Wolfberry days to becoming a nearly 950,000 BOE/day operator. Danny reflects on joining Diamondback in 2012 as part of the original team, what it meant to “build a better mousetrap” in a small, resource-limited company, and how a humble curiosity mindset still drives their operational excellence today. He shares insights on scaling operations, how technology and AI are transforming field efficiency, the importance of mentorship, and what it takes to lead with values in today’s energy industry.The conversation also highlights Diamondback’s commitment to strengthening Midland - through education, support for the disenfranchised, STEM initiatives, and beloved programs like the Rolling Baristas.
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