Former Executive Vice President, Lower 48, ConocoPhillips
Mr. Leach brings more than four decades of leadership in the oil and natural gas industry, including expertise in upstream operations, strategic planning, and corporate governance. He retired from ConocoPhillips in August 2025 after serving in several senior roles, including executive vice president, Lower 48, and advisor to the chief executive officer.
Energy Industry, International Business, Strategic Planning: Mr. Leach served as chairman and chief executive officer of Concho Resources Inc. from its founding in 2006 until its acquisition by ConocoPhillips in 2021. He also held the role of president from 2009 to 2017. Prior to that, he led Concho Oil & Gas Corp. and a predecessor company to Concho Resources Inc., and held executive roles at Parker & Parsley. Mr. Leach holds a Bachelor of Science in petroleum engineering from Texas A&M University and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Texas of the Permian Basin.
Health, Safety & Environment and Sustainability: Throughout his career, Mr. Leach oversaw large-scale operations with a strong emphasis on safety, environmental stewardship, and sustainable development. His leadership at Concho and ConocoPhillips included responsibility for HSE performance across diverse geographies and asset types.
Human Resources / Compensation: Mr. Leach’s executive roles included oversight of organizational development, talent strategy, and compensation planning. His experience managing workforce transitions during mergers and acquisitions provides valuable insight into HR and governance matters.
Legal / Regulatory / Public Policy: Mr. Leach has worked closely with regulatory bodies and industry groups throughout his career.
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