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Brandon Penner is a seasoned energy professional currently with Giant Capital, an international energy investment group. He specializes in managing mineral and non-operated portfolios and collaborates with Tamworth Resources in western Oklahoma. Brandon's expertise spans upstream oil and gas appraisal and development projects, with a focus on optimizing financial performance and operational efficiency.
Investing in Energy, Empowering Growth.
Richard Scherer is an independent oil and gas consultant based in Midland, Texas. He was raised in the global oil industry through his father’s career with SEDCO Drilling, which sparked his lifelong interest in all aspects of the field. Over the years, Richard has held diverse professional roles in production, drilling and completions, reservoir engineering, and business development. He has also served as co-founder of a private company and as an officer of a publicly traded E&P firm.
His career has taken him far beyond the U.S., with hands-on experience in regions including Western Canada, Alaska, the Gulf of Mexico, Russia, Argentina, Papua New Guinea, Poland, Australia, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia. Before moving to Midland in 2014, Richard worked in Houston as a Global Partner in Halliburton’s Consulting & Project Management Division, where he played a key role in large-scale evaluations and mentoring programs, particularly in collaboration with Saudi Aramco and the Saudi Ministry of Petroleum.
From 2014 to 2023, Richard was with Endeavor Energy Resources LP, a privately held operator in the Permian Basin. During that time, the company grew significantly, drilling over 1,000 horizontal wells. Today, Richard continues his work in the oil and gas industry as an independent consultant, supporting both domestic and international projects.
2009 – Present
Dec 2014 – Mar 2023
Jun 2012 – Sep 2014
Apr 2009 – Aug 2011
1986 – 1989
1983 – 1986
At Giant Capital, we are deeply committed to client innovation by providing strategic solutions that optimize the value of mineral and non-operated oil and gas portfolios. Our approach combines in-depth technical expertise with financial acumen to ensure the success of our clients. By leveraging cutting-edge data analytics, market insights, and operational efficiencies, we help clients navigate the complexities of the energy industry, empowering them to make informed, profitable decisions for sustainable growth.