Chris Mathews
About Chris Mathews
Chris Mathews is a Senior Editor at Hart Energy, specializing in shale and acquisitions and divestitures. He has extensive experience in journalism, focusing on the natural gas market and energy sector trends.
Current Role at Hart Energy
Chris Mathews serves as the Senior Editor for Shale/A&D at Hart Energy, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on the natural gas market, providing insights into industry trends and the challenges faced by producers. His work includes analyzing the implications of geopolitical events on energy markets and reporting on mergers and acquisitions within the energy sector.
Previous Experience in Journalism
Before joining Hart Energy, Chris Mathews accumulated diverse experience in journalism. He worked at Houston Inno as an Editor from 2021 to 2023. Prior to that, he was a Finance and Innovation Reporter at the Houston Business Journal from 2018 to 2022, and served as an Energy Reporter there from 2022 to 2023. His earlier roles included being a Data Graphic Designer at Columbia Missourian and a Host for 'Off the Clock' at KBIA 91.3 FM.
Education and Academic Background
Chris Mathews studied at the University of Missouri-Columbia, where he earned a degree in Journalism-Convergence from 2012 to 2016. During his academic career, he also worked as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at the Missouri School of Journalism in 2017, contributing to the education of future journalists.
Reporting and Analysis Focus
In his reporting, Chris Mathews covers a range of topics related to the energy sector. He writes about natural gas market dynamics and the impact of regulatory changes on the industry. His analysis often includes discussions on shale plays, unconventional oil and gas production, and the broader implications of geopolitical events on energy markets.
Internship Experience
Chris Mathews gained early experience in journalism as a Reporter and Graphics Intern at Religion News Service in 2017. This internship provided him with foundational skills in reporting and graphic design, contributing to his development as a multifaceted journalist.