Phil Martin

President and CEO

Phil Martin has served as the CEO of several successful oil and gas companies with operations in Texas and Louisiana.  He is a fourth-generation earth scientist and is skilled at using cutting edge technology and old-school experience to drive profitable exploration programs.  He has repeatedly excelled in identifying and pursuing new opportunities as they arise.

Phil is an expert in the field of geology and a popular speaker on a variety of technical subjects.  He presented "An Industry Perspective on Shale Gas Plays" at the Houston Geological Society (HGS) sponsored Mudstone Conference in Houston in February 2010.  He presented "The Haynesville Shale Reveals Its Secrets" at the Society of Independent Professional Earth Scientists (SIPES) Continuing Education Seminar at the Marathon Oil Conference Center in January 2009 and at the  (SIPES) National Convention in Hilton Head, South Carolina in April 2009.  He previously presented "Fishing with Dynamite: 3D Seismic Exploration in the Gulf Coast" to the HGS, and to SIPES Chapters in Lafayette, Oklahoma City, and Corpus Christi, as well as the South Texas Geological Society in San Antonio.  He also presented "Thriving as an E&P in a High Decline World" at Tudor Pickering's Hotter 'N Hell Energy Forum. 

Phil received a B.S. in Geology from Louisiana State University and a M.S. in Geology from University of Louisiana.  Phil is a Certified Petroleum Geologist, (DPA No. 4333), and a Certified Earth Scientist (SIPES No. 2390).  He is a member of AAPG, HGS, SEG, Onshore Exploration Independents, and Houston Producers Forum.  He is Chairman of True Electric, LLC and Chairman of Geological Data Library.  He sits on the Board of the Houston Energy Council, and the Houston Chapter of SIPES.  Phil is also a member of the AAPG Trustees Foundation and the LSU Foundation. 

Narda Martin

Vice President and CFO

Narda Martin is Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of New Century Exploration, Inc.  She manages the accounting department and all treasury and accounting responsibilities for New Century. She also manages the employee benefits programs for the company, including a performance-based bonus system, optional project participation, and an excellent medical insurance plan for employees. 

Narda is also President and CEO of True Electric, LLC, a Retail Electric Provider covering the state of Texas.  Narda has also implemented 401-K's for employees, Narda is the mother of four sons and is also involved in many outside community activities.  She is an active member of the Woodlands Chapter of  the Chaine des Rotisseurs, the Societe Mondial du Vin and Les Amis d'Escoffier. 

Duncan DuBroff

Gulf Coast Exploration Manager

Duncan DuBroff, Gulf Coast Exploration Manager of New Century Exploration, received his B.S. degree in Geology from Florida State University in 1967. As an exploration geologist with over 40 years of E&P experience, he has worked with both large and small independents and excels in generating and screening drilling prospects. He has previously been vice president of exploration/operations and also president of a small independent. He has extensive experience in both onshore Texas and Louisiana.  He started out at Cabot and Amerada Hess, and was President of Smith Petroleum Company for over 30 years and has worked as a full-time consultant at New Century for several years.  He is extremely experienced and knowledgeable regarding exploration and production in Texas and Louisiana.

During his career, Duncan has led teams responsible for the discovery of more than 240 BCF and 11 MMBO from eight field discoveries and six field extensions in Louisiana and Texas. Being a long time member of AAPG, SIPES, HGS, Onshore Exploration Independents, and Houston Producers Forum, he has a large professional network.   Duncan plays a key role at New Century Exploration.  He lives with his wife (and two cherished cats) in Houston and and they maintain a residence in Santa Fe, New Mexico. 

Jeff Grimes

Land Manager

Jeff Grimes is the Land Manager for New Century.  This is a key role, as a significant portion of the company's assets are comprised of oil and gas interests. In addition to other software, iLandman is an important tool in managing the large and complex land records of the company.  Utilizing this large database allows the company to move swiftly and with precision toward opportunities.  

Jeff attended South Texas College and has many valuable years of experience managing lease acquisition programs in several states, with an emphasis on Texas.  He has managed numerous lease acquisition teams and projects and is responsible for generating many new opportunities for New Century.  Jeff is a native Texan and lives in Spring with his wife, son, daughter, and loyal dog Buster.  He is an active member of the American Association of Petroleum Landmen and the Houston Association of Petroleum Landmen.  Jeff is an avid sportsman and enjoys many outdoor activities including golf, hunting and fishing.

Lindsay Holly

Contracts and Regulatory Manager

Lindsay Holly is one of the original members of the New Century team and plays a key role in the success of the company, managing all contracts and regulatory matters.  She is also involved in many other aspects of the company business.  

Lindsay is a native Houstonian and graduated Cum Laude with Honors from Texas Christian University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology.  She has many outside interests and a large extended family in Houston.  Her husband is an architect and a proud alumnus of Texas A&M.

Walt Stone

Geological and Geophysical Specialist and IT Manager

Walt Stone is a highly skilled Geologist and Geophysicist with a specialty in technology, especially including GIS, computer systems and imagery.   Walt’s specialized skills cause him to be highly sought after consultant in the Geological, Geophysical and Land departments of the company.

Walt received his B.S. in Geology from Lamar University in 1979.  In the same year, he joined Cities Service, working the Federal Tracts in the Gulf of Mexico, first as an Exploration Geologist for Cities, and then later as a Senior Development Geologist for Occidental Petroleum.   Walt has worked as an independent geological and geophysical consultant in various regions, including the Texas and Louisiana Gulf Coast, Argentina, Paraguay and offshore Africa.  He lives in Houston with his wife, a well known and popular author. 
 

Clendon Caire

Engineering Manager

Clendon Caire is Engineering Manager for New Century.   He is instrumental in managing all aspects of New Century's operations, from well planning to drilling, completion and production.  He utilizes a broad network of other consulting engineers and oilfield professionals located in the various areas where New Century operates.  He has over 40 years of experience in oil operations, primarily in Texas and Louisiana. 

Clendon received a B.S. in Petroleum Engineering from LSU and completed graduate courses in Petroleum Engineering, Mineral Law and Business Law from the University of Louisiana.  He began his career with Texaco and rose to become District Production Engineer, involved in drilling, completion, production and work-over operations.  Before consulting for New Century he also worked for Cockrell Corporation and as Engineering Manager for Zinn Petroleum.  He and his wife Lucy, a popular local artist, live in Houston.

Candyce Ter Haar

Communications Manager

Candyce Ter Haar is in charge of communications and public relations for New Century.  She is responsible for project reports, communications and scheduling of most company activities.  Candyce lived in Trinidad and Indonesia before moving to Houston.  She is also heavily involved in raising her son and daughter. 

Seth Jortner, RL

Landman 

Seth Jortner is a Consulting Petroleum Landman with a specialty in land and lease title.  His experience includes work in the Gulf Coast, North Louisiana, and East Texas.  He earned a B.A in Petroleum Land Management from Texas Tech in the Rawls College of Business.  He is a Notary Public and an active member of the American Association of Petroleum Landmen, the Houston Association of Petroleum Landmen, and the International Petroleum Association of America.  Seth’s wife is a teacher and they live in Spring Texas.    

Debbie Wixson, Controller, has a wealth of oilfield accounting experience.  Debbie is an expert in revenue distribution to joint venture partners and royalty owners.  She works with the team to be sure that invoices are correct and proper.  Debbie is a native Texan and she and her husband have a son and daughter that are very active in sports.