WEATHERFORD, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--1845 Oil Field Services announced that company and industry veteran Robbie Ballard has been promoted to President and Chief Operating Officer by the Board of Directors. Mr. Ballard has served in various executive operations roles at 1845 since joining the business in 2011. This role aligns with the success demonstrated by 1845 Oil Field Services as it continues to create the nation’s largest oil field logistics and freight management company and positions itself for additional growth as the energy market continues to strengthen.

“Robbie has demonstrated the drive and commitment, along with the operational experience, to lead 1845 as the energy market begins to strengthen,” commented Marc Kramer and Chris Munro, the founders of AVC Partners. “He offers a distinct leadership style that resonates with both employees and customers. Robbie has successfully led each of the operating functions of the business and has adeptly navigated the cyclicality of the energy market and positioned the business for continued growth and expansion of its service offering.”

Mr. Ballard had significant operating experience in the trucking sector prior to joining 1845, given that he spent 5 years with a distribution operation where he was responsible for the operations of a fleet of 150 power units. Prior to that, Mr. Ballard had built a successful commercial HVAC company with 60 employees over the course of 15 years.

“I am proud of what has been accomplished at 1845 over the last several years and feel that the momentum we have created will only accelerate,” said Mr. Ballard. “We have developed and provide industry leading services and capabilities, which have differentiated our business with our customers. I look forward to continuing to work closely with our employees and customers.”

Leadership Team Solidified

1845 has a solid and long tenured leadership team in place, which will remain unchanged.

• James Kennedy, Chief Financial Officer, responsible for accounting, financial administration and acquisitions for the company
• Shawyn Paxton, Vice President of Finance and Logistics, responsible for safety, financial operations and technology
• Cathy Redenbaugh, Director of Human Resources, focusing on employee development, company policies and legal compliance
• Jim Hartman, Senior Vice President, focusing on existing and new business development opportunities

1845 has an extensive footprint in Texas with locations in Athens, Pleasanton, Midland and Weatherford, along with operations that reach most of the shale plays throughout the United States. The business has a well demonstrated commitment to safety and is ahead of the curve with any modifications to federal operating requirements, including ELDs.

About 1845 Oil Field Services

1845 Oil Field Services, based in Weatherford, TX, provides one-call transportation, freight management and logistic management solutions to North American oil field operators. It manages one of the largest equipment fleets dedicated to proppant transportation, supported by a 24/7 live dispatch operation center and industry-leading logistics technology for tracking and reporting deliveries to multiple well locations. For more information on 1845 Oil Field Services visit us atwww.1845.com.

About AVC Partners

1845 is one of the primary investments of AVC Partners. The partnership invests and partners with owners of $5mm to $15mm EBITDA companies in the North American business services, logistics and light manufacturing sectors. Using long-term patient capital, AVC Partners invest with business owners, to accelerate value creation in their business and create long-term niche market leading franchises. The Partnership helps growing companies scale, build higher performing leadership teams, implement pragmatic growth strategies while recognizing true growth comes from enhancing operating performance. For more information please visit www.AVCPartners.com.