Sam Hillman
Vice President
Sam Hillman, a Midland, TX native, earned his business degree from Texas Tech University in 2012. After gaining industry knowledge through contract land work for various companies in West Texas, Sam joined the family businesses and has been with HEXP since its inception in 2017.
With 10 years of land work and family office experience, Sam has worked alongside various departments, gaining a comprehensive understanding of energy and oil and gas industries. He is a member of the American Association of Professional Landmen (AAPL) and the Permian Basin Landmen’s Association (PBLA).
Brian Furlong
Chief Financial Officer
Mr. Furlong joined HEXP in 2024 as the Chief Financial Officer. Prior to joining HEXP, Mr. Furlong was the Chief Financial Officer, Vice President of Finance, Treasurer, and Secretary, for Verado Energy, Inc. (Verado) representing holdings across North America. Prior to Verado, Mr. Furlong spent eight years in public accounting focusing primarily on the energy and oil and gas industries in various senior-level management positions, in addition to representing construction, manufacturing, distribution, and technology sectors.
He received a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting, as well as a Bachelor of Business Administration in Entrepreneurship and Strategic Management from the University of North Texas. He is a Certified Public Accountant and a Chartered Global Management Accountant.
Wesley Knowles
Chief Accounting Officer
Mr. Knowles joined HEXP in 2024 as the Chief Accounting Officer. Prior to joining HEXP, Mr. Knowles served eleven years in the oil and gas industry; starting as a Controller in oilfield services and working his way up to Chief Financial Officer at a regional oil and gas operator. Prior to his tenure in the oil and gas industry, Mr. Knowles spent eight years in public accounting focusing on clients in oil and gas, real estate, construction, healthcare, and hospitality.
He received a Bachelor, as well as a Master of Science degree in Accounting and Information Management from the University of Texas at Dallas. He is a Certified Public Accountant and a Chartered Global Management Accountant.
