Robert L. Gerry, III served as the CEO of Vaalco Energy from 1997 until his retirement in 2013, after 16 years at the helm. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, which laid the groundwork for his mainstream...
Robert L. Gerry, III served as the CEO of Vaalco Energy from 1997 until his retirement in 2013, after 16 years at the helm. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, which laid the groundwork for his mainstream role in the energy sector. Gerry is known for navigating through various challenges in the oil and gas industry, leveraging his experience from previous positions, including his time at Nuevo Energy, where he was Vice Chairman. After stepping down, he took on the role of Executive Chairman and remained involved with the company. Under his leadership, Vaalco saw changes and strategic decisions that impacted its direction. Not only did he guide the company during turbulent market conditions, but he also takes an active role in philanthropy, serving on the boards of several organizations, including Texas Children’s Hospital.