Dennis Cassidy
About Dennis Cassidy
Dennis Cassidy serves as the President and CEO of Pilot Thomas Logistics, bringing over twenty-three years of experience in strategy-based transformation within the oil, gas, and chemical sectors.
Work at Pilot Thomas Logistics
Dennis Cassidy has served as President and CEO of Pilot Thomas Logistics since 2017. In this role, he oversees operations and strategic direction for the company, which is based in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. His leadership focuses on enhancing service delivery and operational efficiency within the logistics sector, particularly for clients in the oil and gas industry.
Previous Experience in Consulting and Leadership
Prior to his current position, Cassidy held significant roles in various consulting and leadership capacities. He worked at Booz Allen Hamilton as a Principal from 2004 to 2009. He also served as Vice President at Booz & Company from 2010 to 2012. Additionally, he co-led the Energy practice at AlixPartners' Enterprise Improvement group, contributing to strategy-based transformations in the energy sector.
Leadership at Pentair Valves & Controls
Cassidy was President of Pentair Valves & Controls from 2016 to 2017, where he led a global team from the company's headquarters in Schaffhausen, Switzerland. His responsibilities included managing sales, engineering, marketing, operations, and support staff, focusing on operational improvements and strategic initiatives within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Dennis Cassidy holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the SMU Cox School of Business, where he studied from 1995 to 1998. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A&M University, completing his studies from 1986 to 1991. His academic background supports his expertise in mergers and acquisitions, due diligence, post-merger integration, and operations improvements.
Career Beginnings at ExxonMobil
Cassidy began his professional career at ExxonMobil, where he held various roles over a span of more than nine years. This foundational experience in the oil and gas industry provided him with critical insights and skills that he has applied throughout his subsequent career in leadership and consulting.