OUR TEAM
The Tonka Energy Partners management team has over 40 years of oil and gas investment experience, concentrated around acquiring non-operated interests in the Williston Basin.
Will Parker
Chief Executive Officer
Mr. Parker has over fourteen years of investing experience and over a decade in the energy industry. Prior to Tonka Energy Partners, Mr. Parker was the Vice President for Black Ridge Oil & Gas, a publicly traded Bakken non-operator where he oversaw the company’s assets and operations. While at Black Ridge, his duties entailed business development, EUR/financial modeling, evaluation and diligence of all A&D. Mr. Parker also raised a $140MM SPAC (OTCBB: BRAC) and successfully completed a merger to form Allied Esports Entertainment.
Office: 612-260-6093
Andy Weigman
Chief Operating Officer
Mr. Weigman has over thirteen years of experience in the acquisition and management of Williston Basin oil and gas wells. He works with sellers of all sizes and with all major Williston Basin operators. Additionally, he handles much of the investor relations and business development aspects of the business. Prior to Tonka Energy Partners, Mr. Weigman was an Asset Manager at Northern Oil & Gas (NYSE: NOG). He holds his Master's of Business Administration degree from the University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business.
Office: 612-260-6091
Meredith Turnquist
Chief Acquisition Officer
Mrs. Turnquist has over thirteen years of experience managing oil and gas properties; specializing in acquisitions and due diligence. She has been involved in hundreds of acquisitions with small companies and large drilling operators alike. She has her degree in Natural Resources from Oklahoma State University and got her industry start at SandRidge Energy in Oklahoma City. Prior to Tonka Energy Partners, Mrs. Turnquist was a Landman at Northern Oil & Gas (NYSE: NOG).
Office: 612-260-6092