See why Novus is so good at production: Q&A with Shannon Patton

Tell us about your experience:

I have over 30 years experience in the Petroleum Industry including:

• Financial Reporting

• Production Accounting

• Consulting

• Project Management

• Practice Management

• Domestic and International experience

My specialties include complex production allocations and production data management and surveillance.

What kind of projects have you worked while at Novus?

• Laredo Well Life Cycle Management

• Laredo Production Accounting Staff Support

• Formentera Benchmark-Kingfisher Peloton Data Migration

• Assisting with Project Planning and Estimates

• Executive Director of the new action thriller: Billy Jack vs. the Green Scooter Gangs of Tulsa.

What excites you the most about working at Novus and our clients?

Novus is a dynamic young team of professionals with a common goal. I like the fact that we are software agnostic and are trusted by out clients to provide solutions in their best interest. The management team involves the entire team in a collaborative environment and fosters Unlimited learning potential.

How much can you bench press?

Not as much as I used to do to injuries and old age. But enough to have three state records and several national titles.

Who knows more about production, you or Kevin Decker?

I was always raised to respect my elders therefore I cannot answer this question.

What's your favorite place to visit?

Oklahoma City, of course.

What's the funniest thing that has happened while on a production project?

When a production analyst left a “where” clause off of a SQL statement in a formula meter. This resulted in every gas meter in the company posting 5,000mcf. Wasn’t funny at the time but it is now.