Founding member and Chief Executive Officer of ROAM AI, an upstream technology company established in 2024 with a focus on artificial lift optimization across the Permian and other major U.S. basins. Mr. Brown leads the company’s strategic vision, combining AI-driven automation, modern data infrastructure, and field-ready tools to drive measurable improvements in production and equipment performance. Prior to founding ROAM AI, he served as Chief Information Officer at Vital Energy, where he helped shape the company’s reputation as a digital leader in the industry. ROAM AI was built by operators for operators, with a mission to close the gap between traditional workflows and modern, scalable technologies. Mr. Brown is responsible for driving ROAM AI’s long-term vision and commercial strategy, ensuring the company delivers impactful, operator-focused solutions that lead the industry in both innovation and execution.