Published: March 13, 2026 |

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Caleb Weatherl
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ProPetro has appointed Caleb Weatherl as chief financial officer, effective immediately.

“We are thrilled to welcome Caleb to the ProPetro team. Caleb’s extensive background in the energy sector and his proven ability to drive financial performance and execute a strategy make him an excellent addition to our company. His deep understanding of our industry aligns perfectly with our culture and long-term vision,” said Sam Sledge, chief executive officer of ProPetro.

“We’re confident he’ll make an impact as we continue strengthening our operational and financial foundation, all with a sharp focus on driving long-term shareholder value,” added Sledge.

Caleb Weatherl joins ProPetro with a wealth of experience in the energy and financial sectors. Most recently, he served as chief executive officer and board member at Garrison Energy, where he was responsible for securing a significant equity commitment to pursue upstream oil and gas opportunities. Prior to co-founding Garrison Energy, Weatherl held senior positions including president and chief financial officer at Stronghold Energy II, where he drove operational growth and managed challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic before Stronghold Energy II’s successful sale in 2022. He first served in the role of chief financial officer at Desert Royalty Company, where he led departmental transformations. Prior to his roles as chief financial officer, he co-founded Stronghold Energy Partners, where he played a key role in strategic acquisitions. Earlier in his career, he gained valuable experience at Weatherl Energy Investments, Bain Capital, and McKinsey & Company, where he developed a strong foundation in financial and energy markets. Weatherl holds an A.B. in Economics, cum laude, from Harvard College and an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School where he was a Baker Scholar.

“Having grown up and built my career in Midland, I’ve long admired ProPetro’s reputation for excellence and its deep roots in the community. It’s an honor to join such a respected, first-class organization. I look forward to hitting the ground running and working closely with Sam and the rest of the leadership team to build on ProPetro’s strong foundation and help advance ProPetro’s next chapter of success,” said Caleb Weatherl.

ProPetro is a Midland, Texas-based provider of premium completion services to leading upstream oil and gas companies engaged in the exploration and production of North American unconventional oil and natural gas resources. They help bring reliable energy to the world.

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