Meet Our Board & Leadership Team
Our Board of Directors collectively brings 200+ years of experience and expertise that stems from several industries. WLS Leaders exemplify the Western Way with their diverse backgrounds, knowledge, and skill sets, upholding our company to the highest standards of ethics.
Board Of Directors

John Wilson
CHAIRMAN - 2009
CEO of WLS

Jeff Cook
DIRECTOR - 2009
President, Southwestern Oil Company

Thomas Paine
DIRECTOR - 2009
President, Metalworks Inc.

Rich Collins
DIRECTOR - 2019
Past President of WLS

Shawwn Storms
ESOP TRUSTEE - 2024
Leadership Team

David
Stockman
Vice President
Oil & Gas

Brian
Benson
Director
Oil & Gas / Right-of-Way

Jon
English
Director
Oil & Gas Mid-Con

Steve
Massie
Director
Procurement & Special Projects
Experience To
Guide Your Project
WLS offers a broad range of services and a nationwide footprint of expertise. We bring land, energy, and people together, executing every tailored project with enthusiasm, integrity, and expertise. Tell us how we can support you.
Experience To
Guide Your Project
WLS offers a broad range of services and a nationwide footprint of expertise. We bring land, energy, and people together, executing every tailored project with enthusiasm, integrity, and expertise. Please let us know how we can best support you.