Virginia Energy's Gas and Oil Program, in partnership with the Virginia Oil and Gas Association (VOGA), recognizes outstanding achievements by members of the gas and oil industry in Virginia. The gas and oil industry operates safely, and in an environmentally conscientious manner and performs activities in a very professional manner. The awards are to recognize entities within the industry for their efforts throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia.

2022 Award Winners


  • Career Achievement Award: – Brent Archer with Columbia Gas of Virginia

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    Pictured from left to right Brent Archer (Columbia Gas) & Brad Boyd (VA Energy Gas and Oil Programs Manager)

  • Environmental Stewardship Award: - Enervest Operating, LLC

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    Pictured from left to right Lawton Mullins (VOGA President) & Jon Lawson (EnerVest)

  • Individual Excellence Award: - Maverick Bentley with Diversified Energy PLC

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  • Industry Innovation Award: - Diversified Energy PLC

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    Pictured from left to right Jonathan Hess, Rocky Stilwell, Lawton Mullins, Travis Cooke & Jeff Cooper

  • Local Distribution Company of the Year: - Roanoke Gas Company

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    Pictured from left to right Brad Boyd & Tommy Oliver (Roanoke Gas Co.)

  • Outstanding Service Provider of the Year: - Gasco Drilling Inc.

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    Pictured from left to right Lawton Mullins & Chris Ratliff

  • Operator of the Year: - EnerVest Operating LLC

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    Pictured from left to right Brad Boyd, Ian Landon, Kevin Miller & Lawton Mullins