David Preng

David E. Preng has been President and CEO of Preng & Associates since its inception in 1980. Previously, he spent six years in the executive search industry with two international and one national search firm. Based in Houston, Texas, Preng leads an international executive search firm specializing solely in the energy industry with over 4,000 engagements across 92 countries.

Mr. Preng's industry experience includes financial, managerial, and executive positions with Shell Oil, Litton Industries, and Southwest Industries. He was Director of Remington Oil and Gas where he served as Chairman of the Compensation Committee (1997-2003) and Lead Independent Director (2003-2006) until its acquisition by Helix. In 2008, Mr. Preng was recognized by Business Week among "The World's 50 Most Influential Headhunters" and was again included in their recent ranking. He has worked on over 2000 energy-related searches throughout the world ranging from board and senior executive to managerial and senior technical positions.

Mr. Preng holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Marquette University and a Master of Business Administration from DePaul University. He is currently the President & Director of the National Association of Corporate Directors (Houston).

Career History

• President and CEO, Preng & Associates (1980–present)
• Director of Remington Oil & Gas Corp., Chairman of Compensation Committee and Lead Independent Director (1997–2006)
• Executive and managerial positions at Shell Oil, Litton Industries, and Southwest Industries
• Six years in executive search industry with international and national search firms (pre-1980)

What David Preng could bring to his role at Preng & Associates: With nearly five decades of leadership in energy sector executive search and deep board-level experience at major oil & gas firms, Preng brings unmatched industry relationships and search methodology expertise. His recognition as one of the world's 50 most influential headhunters, combined with his board directorship experience at companies like Remington Oil and Gas, positions him to identify and place transformational C-suite talent across the entire energy value chain during periods of industry transition and talent scarcity.