Pelican Energy Partners

Pelican Energy Partners is a private equity firm based in Houston, Texas, founded in 2011. The firm specializes in making strategic investments in energy services and manufacturing companies, with a focus on the United States and Canada. Pelican Energy Partners is led by a team of seasoned professionals with over 120 years of combined experience in the energy sector, having held executive roles in notable companies such as Cameron, Halliburton, and Weatherford. The firm targets investments primarily in the energy equipment and oil and gas sectors, leveraging its deep industry knowledge and extensive relationships to enhance the growth and profitability of its portfolio companies.

William E. Chiles

Managing Partner

Jordon Cooper

Associate

Jason Doan

Associate

Paul Ernster

Associate

Julia Frenkel

Vice President of Finance and Controller

Dylan Glosser

Associate

Travis Jaggars

Associate

Chris Koranek

Vice President

Mike Maddox

Operating Partner

Ben Matthews

VP

John O’Brien

Managing Director

Iann Poole

Vice President

Kyle Rynd

Associate

Mike Scott

Founder & Managing Partner

Chris Trachier

Associate

Sam Veselka

VP

Walter Weathers

Managing Director

9 past transactions

Shepherd Safety Systems

Private Equity Round in 2019
Shepherd Safety Systems is a start-up technology company devoted to protecting workers in all segments of the energy industry. Our patented Shepherd System combines on-site gas detection equipment with remote monitoring and notification capabilities to save lives in areas where deadly Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) and other explosive gases are present.

Axon Pressure Products

Private Equity Round in 2018
Since its inception, AXON recognized the need for a single source that can provide not only best-in-class equipment and services, but also a true commitment to customer service and support. Due to this unique, single-minded focus on responsive and effective service, AXON strives to be The AlternativeTM in today's consolidated market by providing you with a personal touch. AXON's leadership team is comprised of well-established and seasoned industry veterans who are committed to leading the industry with Alternative Thinking. Specifically, AXON is committed to creating strong, lifelong relationships with its clients and partners.

Veretek

Venture Round in 2018
Veretek design engineers, sells and services.

Gordon Technologies

Private Equity Round in 2017
Gordon Technologies is an engineering company providing innovative new technology and service to the oil and gas drilling industry. They are a family-oriented company focusing on teamwork, quality, advanced technology, and providing a market advantage for their customers.

Multilift

Private Equity Round in 2017
Multilift manufactures the patented SandGuard™ and the Cyclone™ completion tools. Multilift was founded in 2013 and designs and assembles high quality sand protection and completion tools that protect and increase the run-time and reliability of electric submersible pumps and other artificial lifts systems.

Johnson Specialty Tools

Private Equity Round in 2017
Johnson Specialty Tools (“JST”) is a private, family-owned business that specializes in the rental of various drilling support equipment such as pre-mix mud tanks, mud vacs, transfer pumps, drill pipe, power washers and a host of other similar equipment. JST was founded by Craig Johnson and Brett Johnson, father and son, respectively, in December 2014.

Quinn Artificial Lift Services

Private Equity Round in 2017
Quinn’s Oilfield Supply originally started in Red Deer, Alberta Canada by Jim Quinn in 1965 and eventually became the largest manufacturer of reciprocating rod pumps in Canada. In 1996 Doug Quinn became President & CEO growing the business by opening additional store locations in Western Canada and the US. Quinn’s has 50+ years in the artificial lift industry and continues under the same leadership and expanding our knowledge & experience, while manufacturing quality individual pump components which has solidified us as leaders in the industry. Our Chrome facility and chroming processes are designed to increase the longevity of barrels in service, more so than traditional chroming methods, making Quinn product the product of choice! We are also one of the few heat treating tubing facilities in North America.

Global Heat Transfer

Private Equity Round in 2017
Global Heat Transfer Ltd. specializes in the design, manufacture, and repair of radiators, oil coolers, and industrial cooling systems across various industries. The company offers a wide range of products, including DPF cleaning and replacement solutions, charge air coolers, aluminum coolers, and various OEM replacement parts. Additionally, Global Heat Transfer provides services such as product sourcing, custom design, steel fabrication, and aftermarket support. Founded in 1978 as G&G Radiator in Fort McMurray, Alberta, the company evolved from a local repair shop into a global player with locations in multiple countries, including Australia, Chile, Turkey, India, Canada, the United States, and China. In January 1997, it rebranded to its current name, reflecting its broader service offerings and international presence. As of October 2018, Global Heat Transfer operates as a subsidiary of Forum Energy Technologies, Inc.

P360 Management Solutions

Private Equity Round in 2015
P360 Management Solutions provides digital oilfield solutions to clients in North America. The company offers Phoenix DAS, a business process optimization platform that streamlines operations for oilfield services companies, and enables informed business decisions from the field operator to executive level while providing real-time business insights and intelligence from a mobile device. Its platform manages sales, dispatch/e-ticketing, equipment, purchase orders, rental orders, inventory, personnel, safety, and payroll to increase productivity and efficiency of field operations. The company also offers virtual IT services for protecting system day in/out and responding to IT concerns. Its clients include environmental, oilfield, petrochemical, and refinery industries.