Ever wondered how some entrepreneurs consistently strike gold, building and selling companies for billions? Bud Brigham stands as a testament to the power of vision, strategic execution, and a relentless drive to create value in the ever-volatile oil and gas industry.
Bud Brigham's journey is a masterclass in entrepreneurial grit and strategic acumen. From humble beginnings with a $30,000 investment in 1990, he built Brigham Exploration Company into a powerhouse that ultimately sold for $4.5 billion in 2011. But his story doesn't end there. He went on to create Brigham Resources, which was then sold for $2.55 billion in 2017, solidifying his reputation as a serial entrepreneur with an uncanny ability to identify and capitalize on opportunities in the energy sector.
| Personal Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | "Bud" Brigham |
| Location | Austin, Texas (Headquarters perched above the Colorado River) |
| Residence Tenure | Based in Austin for 20 years |
| Career & Professional Information | Details |
| Industry | Oil and Gas |
| Entrepreneurial Experience | Over 30 years |
| First Company Founded | Brigham Exploration Company (1990) |
| Positions Held at Brigham Exploration | President, CEO, Chairman |
| Brigham Exploration IPO | 1997 |
| Sale of Brigham Exploration | 2011 to Statoil (now Equinor) for $4.5 billion |
| Founded Brigham Resources & Brigham Minerals | 2012 (with others) |
| Sale of Brigham Resources | February 2017 to Diamondback Energy Inc. for $2.55 billion |
| Brigham Minerals IPO | April 2019 |
| Production Growth (Brigham Minerals) | From approximately 6,700 BOEPD (Q2 2019) to approximately 15,000 BOEPD |
| Founder of | Anthem Ventures (seeds and incubates oil and gas companies) |
| Current Role (Atlas Energy Solutions) | Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors |
| Inspirational Sources | Ayn Rand's "The Fountainhead" and "Atlas Shrugged" |
| Employment Values | Hires 100% based on merit |
| LinkedIn Profile | View Bud Brigham's LinkedIn Profile |
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