Preston Bass, President of BassEXP

Preston Bass runs Bass Energy & Exploration as President, overseeing every exploration and production operation we run across Oklahoma. He grew up in the oil patch, and that shows in how he works. He's hands-on with every project, pairing generational know-how with modern drilling techniques.

We don't hide behind layers of management or corporate-speak. Preston takes responsible energy development seriously and works to earn trust with every investor who partners with us.

Preston works directly with qualified investors to pinpoint strong drilling opportunities and make sure each project clears the bar BassEXP sets for itself.

Background and Experience

Preston studied petroleum land management and trained in the field, which gave him a ground-level understanding of every phase of a well's life: leasing, permitting, drilling, completion, and production. He's spent years working in Oklahoma's most productive basins, including the SCOOP, STACK, and broader Anadarko Basin. That mileage shapes every project BassEXP takes on.

His experience spans prospect evaluation, drilling program design, AFE management, and production optimization. Preston stays in the details because that's where the calls get made that decide whether a well performs or falls short. He reviews geological data, negotiates service contracts, oversees drilling, and watches production numbers from every well in the BassEXP portfolio.

The Bass Family Legacy in Oklahoma Energy

The Bass family's been in Oklahoma oil and gas for generations, with over 100 years of combined experience in exploration, production, and land management. That's not just a talking point. It means BassEXP runs on relationships, geological knowledge, and operational instincts that take decades to build. Preston carries that foundation forward while applying modern horizontal drilling, advanced completion designs, and data-driven decision-making to every well we drill.

We're headquartered in Oklahoma City, close to the formations we operate in and the service companies, regulators, and partners we deal with daily. Being local matters. Faster response times. Stronger vendor relationships. Direct oversight of every well site.

Approach to Investor Partnerships

Preston's approach with qualified investors is simple: be honest about the risks, be upfront about the costs, and report results without spin. Every investor gets direct access to production data, operating expense breakdowns, and reserve estimates. No hidden fees. No layers of management between you and the person running your wells. Preston picks up the phone, answers emails, explains operational decisions, and walks through the performance of any project in the portfolio. The Bass family invests alongside every partner, so being straight with you isn't just a policy. It's a financial necessity.