From Midland, Texas, to leading one of the most innovative energy services companies, Tripp Edwards, CEO of Wildcat Oil Tools, shares his journey on Oilfield 360.
Hosts David de Roode and Victoria Beard dive into his story of legacy, leadership, and innovation, from BOP rentals and fishing services to an AI-driven pipe inspection solution shaping the future of the industry.
A conversation about family roots, company culture, and the power of doing things the Wildcat way.
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00:00 Introduction and Host Banter
00:56 Introducing the Guest: Trip Edwards
02:22 Trip Edwards' Background and Career Journey
06:38 Wildcat Oil Tools: Services and Operations
10:38 Challenges and Innovations in the Oilfield
16:30 AI and Technology in Pipe Inspection
24:36 Future of Wildcat and Industry Insights
28:49 Reflecting on the Past Five Years
29:16 Future Plans and AI Projects
30:37 Global Expansion and Distribution
31:58 Family First Culture
33:56 Safety and Competency in the Workplace
36:18 Challenges of Leadership
41:14 Community Involvement and Personal Life
52:24 Final Thoughts and Advice