#102. From Baylor Football to Frac Hand to CEO: Sam Sledge on Leadership & Energy

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What can a footballer-to-frac-hand-to-CEO journey teach us about leadership and the future of energy?On the Oilfield 360 podcast, David de Roode and Victoria Beard Queen sit down with friend and client, Sam Sledge, CEO of ProPetro Services, to explore his Midland roots, oilfield legacy, career journey, and leadership lessons.Sam also discusses ProPetro’s move into electric frac, the launch of PROPWR for behind-the-meter generation, and how rising consumer, commercial, industrial, and AI-driven power demand is creating new opportunities across the oil and gas ecosystem.Listen to the full episode for insights on leadership and innovation.00:00 Show Kickoff00:14 Back to School Catchup00:49 Be Present Quote01:20 Summer Road Trip Stories02:55 Meet Sam Sledge04:04 Midland Roots06:25 Mentors and Community08:21 Faith Family Football11:29 Range and Curiosity16:11 Mentorship Mindset18:11 Landman and Safety22:36 From Frac Hand to CEO31:41 Marriage Team Mindset32:26 Identity Beyond CEO33:26 Why Enter Power33:36 Electric Frac Origins36:48 Building ProPower Team37:54 AI Data Center Demand42:13 Execution And Investors44:35 Permian Not Dying46:07 Future Of OFS51:45 Family And Work Stories54:41 Franny The Mascot Dog56:26 Life Fitness Closing Advice59:08 Wrap Up And Where To Find Us

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