In this episode of Big Swing Podcast, Jeremy and Corey sits down with Michael Atkin and Trevor Slade, the leaders behind WorkSync, a new operation prioritization system built for upstream oil and gas. The conversation traces the genesis of WorkSync from a successful hackathon pilot at Maverick, exploring how it evolved from an internal project into a standalone solution. Michael and Trevor explain how their approach to operations management is fundamentally different from traditional methods, driven by a belief in empowering the frontline workforce rather than simply layering on more oversight.

The discussion opens with a look at the industry’s long-standing challenge of managing declining production through "pump by priority." Trevor shares how Maverick leveraged their investment in telemetry and data to move beyond reactive alerts, while Michael emphasizes the importance of respecting the experience of field workers. The core breakthrough was building a system that equips operators with actionable information, rather than telling them how to do their job. This culminated in a daily 6 a.m. “hit list” that gives field personnel the clarity they need to work safely and efficiently.

Listen to the full conversation to hear how WorkSync is bridging the gap between corporate strategy and field execution, and why its founders believe that empowering the front line is the key to unlocking significant value in oil and gas operations.

In this episode of Big Swing Podcast, Jeremy Funk and Corey are joined by Mark Le Dain, Chief Revenue Officer at Fuelled (fuelled.com), the rapidly growing marketplace transforming how energy, mining, and power companies buy and sell used equipment. A Calgarian by upbringing with a background in investment banking at Barclays and experience scaling both SaaS and consumer fintech businesses, Mark brings a unique perspective on removing friction from one of the world's largest and most complex supply chains. His journey from finance to operating roles reflects a desire for greater ownership and impact, and he now channels that energy into building a platform that is redefining how physical assets are valued, listed, and transacted globally.

The conversation explores Fuelled's origins and its evolution from a relationship-driven brokerage to a tech-enabled marketplace with a powerful moat built on doing the unsexy work. Mark explains how the company catalogs equipment for free, takes on logistics and storage, and even builds roads when necessary to remove friction for clients. He discusses the network effects that make Fuelled sticky, the role of AI in accelerating pricing and cataloging, and the company's expansion into adjacent industries like data centers and mining, where supply chain constraints and accelerated project timelines create urgent demand for available equipment. The discussion also touches on the broader trends shaping energy markets, including the AI race as an energy race, Canada's shifting economic landscape, and why both Alberta and Texas are positioned for a strong decade ahead.

Listen to the full conversation for an inside look at building a marketplace in a traditionally offline industry, the power of focusing on customer friction, and how Fuelled is unlocking billions of dollars in dormant equipment value.

In this episode of Big Swing Podcast, host Jeremy and Corey sits down with Sean Hervo, co-founder and CEO of PrePad, for a wide-ranging conversation on engineering, entrepreneurship, and the future of completions optimization in the oil and gas industry. A mechanical engineer by training with nearly twelve years at Shell spanning Canada, the Permian, and international assignments, Hervo brings a unique perspective shaped by deep technical expertise, commercial experience, and a passion for solving complex operational challenges. His journey from completions manager to founder of a fast-growing software company offers a compelling look at what it takes to identify industry pain points and build a solution that resonates with both independent operators and the world's largest energy producers.

The conversation explores the origins of PrePad, which grew out of Hervo's frustration with fragmented planning processes and manual spreadsheet workflows while leading completions teams at Shell. He shares the story behind building the integrated systems model internally, the leap of faith required to leave a secure corporate role, and the validation that came when Devon Energy not only became a customer but led PrePad's seed round. Hervo discusses the critical role of completions as a discipline that touches reservoir engineering, drilling, production, finance, and land, making it uniquely positioned to understand the full business picture. He also reflects on the balance of entrepreneurship and fatherhood, the importance of being present, and how having a young child sharpened his focus and efficiency.

Listen to the full conversation for an inside look at building a disruptive technology in the energy sector, the power of cross-border validation, and how PrePad is leveraging AI to enhance its physics-based simulation platform rather than replace it.