The Superior Energy Team
David Long
David Long
David has been in the auction business for 37 years and has been involved in selling over 300 million dollars’ worth of equipment in the Permian Basin, including Drilling, Well Service, Coil Tubing, Nitrogen & Frac Equipment, Fishing & Rental Tools, Trucks & Trailers. (Professional Experience: 37 Years)
432-661-6272
Tim Archer
Tim Archer
Performing Sales & Setup duties throughout the U. S./Canada since 2010 and currently in the North East. Tim is a graduate of Herbert Hoover High School and the Carver Career Center. He has a well-rounded drilling equipment background with 30 years as a purchasing agent, shop foreman, head mechanic & welder. (Professional Experience: 35 Years)
304-382-9799
Jim Richie
Jim Richie
Since graduating from the Gregg School of Auctioneering in 1981, Jim has been involved in every aspect of the oilfield auction industry from clerking & cashiering to bid calling, earning the buyers’ trust and unequaled credibility from the auctioneer’s podium. Jim is The World’s #1 Energy Auctioneer, One of the Top Auctioneers in the Country, and has been involved in over $4.0 Billion of auction sales. (Professional Experience: 39 Years)
918-289-1482
Scott Felker
Scott Felker
Scott currently is a Professional Ringman for Superior and was the # 1 Auction Salesman in Oklahoma from 1984 to 2000, earning a “Salesman of The Decade“ award while booking over $200 million in auctions. After graduation from Bryant University he obtained an MBA in Finance from Hardin Simmons University. (Professional Experience: 43 Years)
623-980-5546
Sue Schmidt
Sue Schmidt
Head Cashier for Superior Energy Auctioneers. Sue’s bubbly personality and attention to detail shows as she is respected as the Top Energy Cashier in the business. She has worked in the Construction & Auction industries since 1979. (Professional Experience: 40 Years)
214-668-1554
Gary Bergman
Gary Bergman
Gary is a graduate of Texas Tech with a Business Degree. As a Co-Founder of Superior Auctioneers & Marketing and then as a partner in a private sales company specializing in oilfield equipment, Gary has in excess of $1 billion of oilfield buying & selling experience. Gary’s brings 38 years of auction and equipment experience to our management team. (Professional Experience: 45 Years)
210-410-7489
Dan Kruse
Dan Kruse
As a 3rd generation auctioneer, Dan co-founded their family-owned auction company in 1970. Dan was honored as one of the world’s top 50 auctioneers by Auction World and is recognized internationally for liquidating over 7 billion dollars of equipment. Dan is President/CEO of Dan Kruse Classic Car Productions and Kruse Asset Management (Professional Experience: 50 Years)
210-860-0200
Mitchell Long
Mitchell Long
Covering Set-Ups, Social Media, and an Assistant Manager in the Permian Basin, Mitchell has graduated from Texas A & M University with a B.S. in Sociology. Mitchell has worked in the auction business for over 14 years, starting while attending high school and college, then continuing upon graduation. (Professional Experience: 14 Years)
432-661-4414
Patrick Perryman
Patrick Perryman
Handling Marketing & Internet Technology for Superior Energy Auctioneers. Patrick’s “Award Winning” brochures, world-wide marketing plans, and online footprint distinguishes Superior as the Industry Leader in conducting Energy Auctions. He also has an extensive background in appraisals and sales. Patrick has a BS from Texas A&M University. (Professional Experience: 38 Years)
210-862-2964
Steve Braley
Steve Braley
After graduating from OSU (Oklahoma!) w/Business and Marketing degrees, Steve turned pro and became involved in the construction/design of golf courses (Over 60 throughout the world!) as Sr. Executive for Jack Nicklaus Golf and later became the Sr. Director of the PGA of America. Active in the auction business since 2009, Steve’s current duties include Administration, Finance, Legal, and Sales.
(Professional Experience: 45 Years)
561-310-2555
Chris Byrd
Chris Byrd
After graduating from Oklahoma Christian University and Texas Tech University, Chris served the Department of Treasury and Comptroller of the Currency as a National Bank Examiner. Chris’s career continued as a Judge in Amarillo, Texas, an Attorney/CPA for Phillips Petroleum, and as a Risk Manager of Ultramar Diamond Shamrock. Chris has successfully represented his clients before the Texas Supreme Court and has 33 years of litigation experience.
210-380-9007
David Morris
David Morris
As Strategic Account Manager David brings 40 + years as an Owner operator of multiple companies with disciplines in Environmental, Medical, Precious Metals recovery and specialized manufacturing in the US, Mexico and Poland, with extensive manufacturing, Sales and marketing experience and a proven track record of success serving customer in 20 countries Strong knowledge in mergers and acquisitions, plant operations, costing, absorption, R&D, OEM, domestic and international logistics, and distribution with an emphasis on building strong business relationships. (Professional Experience: 40+ Years)
405-464-5679
Justin Barrett
Justin Barrett
Administrator & Sales Clerk for Superior Energy Auctioneers and has been in the auction industry since 2002. He is retired from AEP/PSO Electric Company, has lived in Oklahoma since 1977 and currently resides in Tulsa, OK. (Professional Experience: 49 Years)
918-786-4321
Dylan Hall
Dylan Hall
Currently works for Superior as an Auctioneer & Ringman and is a 2008 graduate of The Worldwide College of Auctioneering. He attended Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College and has worked auctions since 2008. Dylan is also a Bluegrass and Country recording artist! (Professional Experience: 11 Years)
918-801-6108
Marty Hill
Marty Hill
Full-Time Ringman for Superior Energy Auctioneers and Recognized as one of the Top 2 Energy & Collector Car Ringman in the World. Marty, working alongside Kenny Garman, results in the oilfield auction industry’s Best 1-2 punch for ring work. Marty attended the University of Oklahoma and has an Associates Degree in Science from Coffeyville Community College. (Professional Experience: 26 Years)
918-440-9537
Kenny Garman
Kenny Garman
Full-Time Ringman for Superior Energy Auctioneers and Recognized as one of the Top 2 Energy & Collector Car Ringman in the World. Kenny, working alongside Marty Hill, results in the oilfield auction industry’s Best 1-2 punch for ring work. Kenny has a BS in Finance from Ohio State University. (Professional Experience: 25 Years)
919-285-4970
Frank McGrade
Frank McGrade
One of our steadiest Ringman and a Graduate of Vincennes University and The Reppert School of Auctioneering. Frank’s work experience includes ring work, logistics and setup for a few high-end oilfield and collector car auction companies. (Professional Experience: 20 Years)
260-570-9379
Rick Garretson
Rick Garretson
Currently working as a Professional Ringman for Superior Energy Auctioneers, Rick previously attended Coffeyville Community College, then worked as a machinist and in law enforcement. Being a 2008 graduate of The Reppert School of Auctioneering compliments his auction experience.(Professional Experience: 20 Years)