
Oilfield 360 Podcast · 2026-05-26 · 1h 6m
Building a modern energy platform takes more than capital: it takes vision, discipline, and the right team. In this episode of Oilfield 360, host David de Roode and co-host Victoria Beard Queen sit down with Ryan Havens, CEO of Imperative Chemical Partners, to explore how strategic acquisitions, private equity partnerships, and a people-first culture transformed WadeCo Specialties into a leading energy services platform. Ryan shares insights on: • Building and scaling through M&A • Leadership philosophy and servant leadership • The critical role of production chemicals in modern oil & gas • Improved Oil Recovery (IOR) technologies and maximizing well output • Digital transformation, data, and AI in the field • Industry consolidation and the push toward efficiency and cash flow discipline As energy markets evolve, this conversation dives into how innovation, culture, and strategy are reshaping the future of oil and gas.