Mike Buck
About Mike Buck
Mike Buck is the Vice President and Strategic Business Lead for Energy at QuEST Global, with extensive experience in the energy sector and a background in engineering and military service.
Current Role at QuEST Global
Mike Buck currently holds the position of Vice President and Strategic Business Lead for Energy at QuEST Global, based in Houston, Texas, United States. He joined the company in June 2021. In this role, he oversees the strategy, development, and implementation of business initiatives in the energy sector. His responsibilities include leading teams, developing value propositions, and enhancing energy asset lifecycles and value chains.
Career at ExxonMobil
Mike Buck had an extensive career at ExxonMobil spanning 15 years, where he held numerous senior positions. His roles included Vice President, Senior Manager, Project Manager, Development Planning Lead, and Facilities Engineer. He was involved in significant projects across various locations, including Houston, UAE, Iraq, and Canada. His tenure included a variety of responsibilities such as overseeing project development, operational planning, and optimizing production operations.
Educational Background
Mike Buck has a robust educational background in engineering and business strategy. He earned a Master of Science in Petroleum Engineering from the Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Arizona. To complement his technical education, he completed Executive Education programs in Strategy at Columbia Business School and Enterprise Leadership at UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School.
Founding Wildcat Energy Solutions, LLC
In 2021, Mike Buck founded Wildcat Energy Solutions, LLC and served as its CEO. The company was based in The Woodlands, Texas. Though his tenure was brief, spanning only four months, this venture underscored his entrepreneurial spirit and experience in energy solutions. His role as Founder and CEO involved overseeing the company's strategic direction and operational execution.
Military Service
Before his extensive career in the energy sector, Mike Buck served in the US Army as a Commissioned Officer (Major) from 1992 to 2006. His military career included deployments to South Korea, Haiti, and Iraq. Over the course of 14 years, he gained substantial leadership experience and played various roles, signifying his commitment and service to his country.