Gary Halverson
Member Spotlight
Professional Title
Upstream Oil & Gas Executive, Patterson-UTI Energy (Nasdaq)
Board Member, Tally Energy Services and ONE "X" Board of Managers
What’s one thing you’re learning right now — professionally or personally?
Professionally A.I. tools. Personally, I am a pilot dedicated to continuously learning.
In your view, what makes a truly effective board member?
Being prepared, knowing your role and bringing something relevant to the table.
Beach, mountains, city, or countryside — what’s your ideal getaway?
Mountains in the summer months!
What’s a small daily habit that makes a big difference for you?
Prayer, any type of exercise
What’s a book every board member should read?
Who moved my Cheese by Spencer Johnson, True North by Peter Sims, Human Sigma by John Fleming PHD and Five Frogs on a Log by Mark Feldman & Michael Spratt
What's the best piece of advice you've ever received?
Raise your hand to take on a new challenge, don't chase titles, your job is to make sure your Superiors look good and finally there is no such thing as work life balance.
In your experience, what differentiates great board chairs?
Allows all members to be heard, strategic focus and efficiency.
If you had an extra free hour every day, how would you spend it?
With family
What’s the most unforgettable trip or experience you’ve ever had?
Trip: Safari in Tanzania
Experience: Living and working abroad for 10 years
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