Samuel D. Sledge has been the CEO of ProPetro Holding Corp. since August 31, 2021. He came into this role after serving as the President of the company. Sledge has a practical background, starting with his education featuring a Bachelor...

Samuel D. Sledge has been the CEO of ProPetro Holding Corp. since August 31, 2021. He came into this role after serving as the President of the company. Sledge has a practical background, starting with his education featuring a Bachelor of Business Administration and an MBA from Baylor University. He joined ProPetro in 2011 and has worked his way up through various positions, gaining hands-on experience in operations and strategy. His approach combines a strong understanding of both the technical aspects of the oilfield services and solid management skills, which has been crucial for the company’s performance as it navigated through turbulent market conditions, including the Covid-19 pandemic. He’s notable for his role in pushing ProPetro’s initiatives toward sustainability within the pressure pumping industry. In 2023, Sledge's total compensation reached approximately $5.8 million, which highlights the performance-based pay philosophy of the company.