#113: Bob Geddes (Ensign Energy Services) - A Glimpse Into Energy Services Success, Market Cycles & Why Free Markets Are Important
Greetings & welcome back to the rose bros podcast.This episode we are joined by Bob Geddes – president of Ensign Energy Services, a multi-national energy services company with approximately 4000 employees, ~$3 billion in assets, and a market cap of ~$700 million.Mr. Geddes has been with Ensign since 1991 and is currently the President and Chief Operating Officer of the Corporation, a position he has held since 2007. He has acted as Vice President Canadian Drilling from 1999 to 2004 and President Canadian Operations from 2004 to 2006. He is a past Chairman of the Canadian Association of Oilwell Drilling Contractors (CAODC), current Chairmen of the International Association of Drilling Contractors (IADC) and is a member of the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA). He holds a B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Alberta.We sat down for a smooth cup of rose bros coffeeand discussed the origins of Ensign with billionaire founder Murray Edwards, the recipe for energy services success, market cycles, why we need all forms of energy and the importance of free markets.Enjoy!This podcast episode is sponsored by Connate Water Solutions.Do you need cost effective water sourcing options to supply your next drilling or completions program?Connate Water Solutions is a specialized hydrogeology company focused on water well drilling, testing and water management services in Western Canada and Texas.Contact [email protected] or www.connatewater.com for more details.Also, this podcast is sponsored by Headracingcanada.comLooking for high performance ski gear this winter? In partnership with 4x-Olympian Manny-Osborne Paradis, Headracingcanada.com is offering the lowest prices possible through its online storefront, by passing brick and mortar savings to customers. Check out Headracingcanada.com for more info on high performance gear for the upcoming ski season.Support the Show.