Trusted Leadership

Beyond field execution, Preston has earned a strong reputation as an educator for investors who want straight answers and simple explanations in an industry often clouded by jargon. He is the host of theONG Report (Oil & Natural Gas Report), an educational video series designed to make complex oil and gas investing concepts easier to understand. Whether he’s breaking down intangible drilling costs (IDCs), working-interest tax treatment, or depletion, Preston’s focus remains consistent: educate first, communicate clearly, and empower investors to make confident decisions in partnership with their CPA and advisory team. A growing library of his educational resources can be found at https://bassexp.com/learn.

Preston’s approach is grounded in integrity, transparency, and disciplined execution. While he is not formally aligned with major national associations, his credibility is built through long-standing field relationships with Oklahoma-based operators, geologists, petroleum engineers, contractors, wireline crews, completion teams, consultants, and landowners. These relationships, earned through consistent collaboration and boots-on-the-ground experience, enable Bass EXP to execute efficiently while maintaining the kind of operational oversight serious investors expect.

Investor communication is another cornerstone of Preston’s leadership style. During active drilling operations, he prioritizes frequent updates, often daily to weekly, using real footage and direct reporting so investors understand what’s happening on the ground. Once a project transitions into steady production, investors receive monthly owner reporting and clear visibility into operational performance. It’s part of a larger philosophy Preston lives by: treat investor capital with the same care, scrutiny, and respect as your own.

Preston’s mission is simple and unwavering: responsibly develop American oil and gas while restoring trust in private energy investments through integrity, discipline, and real operational results. He consistently reinforces that his educational content is designed to inform, not persuade, and encourages every investor to evaluate opportunities with qualified professionals, because every financial situation is unique. For additional information on the tax provisions commonly referenced in oil and gas participation, such as deductible business expenses and cost treatment, investors can also reference IRS guidance at https://www.irs.gov/publications/p535.