About Us
Built to Discover, Disciplined to Deliver
Pahvant Resources is a technology-enabled exploration and development company focused on oil & gas, critical minerals, and energy resources in the Western United States. We combine proven subsurface technologies with deep geological expertise to de-risk projects before capital is committed.
Our Mission
To apply disciplined, technology-validated methods to resource discovery — reducing risk, compressing timelines, and unlocking value that traditional exploration approaches leave on the table.
Technology First
Every project begins with multi-technology validation. We invest in data and analysis before committing capital to drilling.
Disciplined Process
Our systematic six-month workflow moves from desktop screening through survey, integration, and targeted seismic to a drill-ready package.
Proven Validation
Our technologies have been independently vetted and deployed across 220+ projects in 20 countries, with a 90% repeat order rate.
Multi-Resource Capability
Our platform detects hydrocarbons, geothermal systems, critical minerals, and groundwater — the same deployment serves multiple resource objectives.
Our Approach
Project Developer, Not Service Company
Pahvant is built to own and develop resources, not simply advise. We apply our technology stack to identify, validate, and develop projects through a structured process:
Technology Partners
Heologic
Geophysics partner providing Helium-DRI survey operations. Over 220 deployments across 20 countries, independently vetted by Darcy Partners. 90% repeat order rate.
PMRI
Passive Mechanical Response Inversion technology providing density mapping, seismic velocity profiling, and multi-stream subsurface analysis.
FrostWell
AI-driven hybrid reservoir simulator providing production optimization, forecasting, and field management services.
Leadership
Experienced Team
Our team combines decades of oil & gas operations experience with cutting-edge geophysical technology and data science.
Aaron Mattson
Chief Executive Officer
Former BP Alaska operations leader with extensive experience in exploration program management, capital allocation, and project development across North America.
Denis Krysanov
Chief Technology Officer
Founder of Helium-DRI surface geochemistry technology. Leads the integration of multiple subsurface detection systems into Pahvant's unified exploration platform.
Dr. Allegra Hosford Shier
Geoscience Advisor
Stanford-affiliated geoscientist with deep expertise in subsurface characterization, basin analysis, and multi-physics data integration.
Karen Ziegler
Senior Geoscientist
25 years of oil & gas industry experience spanning exploration, development, and production across multiple basins in the Western United States and internationally.
Rob Sterling
Senior Geologist
45 years of field geology experience. Specializes in structural mapping, prospect generation, and regional geological interpretation across the Intermountain West.
Mike McCandles
VP Land & Regulatory
Manages land acquisition, mineral rights, permitting, and regulatory compliance for all Pahvant exploration projects.
Isaac Jessop
VP Business Development
Leads partnership development, project origination, and stakeholder engagement across Pahvant's portfolio of exploration opportunities.
Michael Jessop
Developer, Exploration & Advanced Non-Invasive Technologies
U.S. entrepreneur with over a decade of experience in sustainable mining, resource development, and agriculture. Former Rio Tinto with operational expertise across the U.S. and Mexico. Spearheads integration of advanced non-invasive exploration technologies for responsible resource development.
Interested in Working Together?
We welcome inquiries from operators, landowners, and partners.
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