Michael P. Kaplan

Technical consultant and engineer with extensive experience in performance improvement, project management, IT operations, and field engineering. Known for leading high-impact workshops, optimizing drilling and production performance, and delivering measurable operational gains. Strategic thinker with strong business acumen, a broad understanding of technology platforms, and a proven ability to guide teams through complex technical and organizational challenges.

Performance Coach - RLG International - Vancouver, BC

(2023-10)

Partnered with front-line employees and leadership to identify operational improvement opportunities and implement changes that delivered measurable value.

• Implemented and tracked inventory systems that reduced outdated and non-moving parts, freeing space for critical new inventory.
• Led KPI development for rebuilding a company equipment repair shop, enabling the client to consistently meet required equipment availability targets.
• Designed and implemented a daily "war room" to improve project visibility and accelerate timeline adherence.
• Contributed to leadership alignment initiatives; developed and delivered training programs that connected maintenance stability to corporate production goals.

Team Lead / Project Manager - The Reach Group - Houston, TX

(2012-03 - 2015-10)

Managed drilling performance consulting engagements, leading workshops and coaching teams to improve operational efficiency.

• Built and presented business cases that expanded client programs and increased consultant staffing.
• Transitioned a field-based coaching project into an office-based consulting model; continued as process improvement consultant analyzing drilling data and lessons learned.
• Exceeded key performance indicators six weeks ahead of schedule, completing an eight-week goal in just two weeks.
• Planned, developed, and facilitated multiple Drill Well On Paper (DWOP) workshops.
• Analyzed frac water supply and transportation challenges, developed solutions, and supported implementation still in use today.

Consultant / IT Operations Lead - Kaplan Technical Consulting - North Texas

(1998)

Provide end-to-end IT hardware, software, and network support for small businesses.

• Specified, procured, and installed hundreds of PCs, dozens of servers, and full infrastructure for multiple clients.
• Serve as outsourced CTO for multiple organizations, minimizing downtime and ensuring reliable operations.
• Protect client networks through antivirus management, UTM devices, and security policies.
• Design, implement, and maintain VOIP systems for multiple companies.

Petroleum Engineer - OGRE Partners - Dallas, TX

(2002 - 2003)

• Led technical sales and marketing for oil & gas economic reserves software.
• Drove introduction of a new location-independent economic model.
• Alpha/Beta tested new software and collaborated with developers to enhance product performance.
• Created marketing materials and delivered technical sales presentations.

Project Manager - The Reach Group - Houston, TX

(2002-02 - 2002-08)

• Managed drilling and completion performance engagements at Prudhoe Bay and Endicott.
• Identified and documented dozens of lessons learned for engineering implementation in Anchorage.
• Built strong rapport with drilling teams to uncover performance improvement opportunities.

VP – Petroleum Engineer - Thor Resources - Fort Worth, TX

Liaison for startup technology using unconventional methods to identify oil reserves.

• Drilling engineer/company representative for wellbore operations validating new technology; successfully completed wellbore to log.

Production Engineer - Chevron USA - Midland, TX

• Conducted daily production analysis to identify workover prospects and develop AFEs.
• Developed AFEs and procedures for remedial well work on EOR projects.
• Performed well log analysis for workovers and plugback opportunities.

Field Supervisor / Field Engineer - Gulf Oil (Chevron) - Sulphur, LA & Columbia, MS

Field engineering and supervisory responsibilities supporting drilling and production operations.

BS - Petroleum Engineering - Texas A&M