corporate officers

guided by vision and values

Greystone’s team is comprised of industry professionals, geoscientists, and engineers with extensive experience in offshore exploration and production operations in the Deepwater Gulf of Mexico. Our seasoned team includes industry-rich expertise from leading oil and gas companies to examine opportunities in depth.

From Pioneer to Industry Leader

For more than 17 years, Greystone has remained one of the largest private oil and gas operators in the United States and has served as a direct energy investment for institutional investors and family offices.

At Greystone, our disciplined strategy is enhanced by decades of experience, forming the cornerstone of our legacy in oil and gas investments for over 17 years. Our tested model, reliable assets, and seasoned professionals are the pillars of our success. We set high expectations for results and overlay a strong risk management lens throughout. Over three decades of experience, and a strong performance track record distinguish Merit from the rest.

Meet Our Team

John Wang
John Wang*

President

Newton E. Cahill
Newton E. Cahill

Executive Chairman

Matt H. Bakeman
Matt H. Bakeman

Chief Operating Officer

Chris Murodoff
Chris Murodoff

Executive Vice President - Geoscience

Frank T. Zimmerman
Frank T. Zimmerman

Managing Director

Mary J. Franklyn
Mary J. Franklyn

Chief Financial Officer

Michelle R. Greene
Michelle R. Greene

Senior Geophysicist

Jeff B. Matteson
Jeff B. Matteson

Senior Geologist

Paul G. Yates
Paul G. Yates

Operations Engineering Manager

R. Hewitt Pratt
R. Hewitt Pratt

Engineering Manager

Mavin T. Gates
Mavin T. Gates

Reservoir Engineering Manager

Eric Barnes
Eric Barnes

Senior Vice President - Legal

David H. Cheng
David H. Cheng

Investor Relations Director

P. Mark Booth
P. Mark Booth

Land Manager

Molly T. Yearman
Molly T. Yearman

Technical Assistant & Offshore Scout

Mark N. Emmason
Mark N. Emmason

Manager of Finance

Betta Niloh
Betta Niloh

Controller - Fund Operations

Laura V. Haines
Laura V. Haines

LP Communications & Compliance Associate