Kevin Black

President at Creedence Energy Services

Kevin Black is the co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Creedence Energy Services, LLC, a company he started with two of his cousins in 2014.1 Creedence Energy Services is a specialty chemical provider focused on enhancing the performance and production of oil and gas wells.2

Professional Background

Kevin has a background in the energy industry, with experience in:

Account management and sales at Baker Hughes in Minot
Sales at Champion Technologies in Williston

Before co-founding Creedence Energy Services, Kevin gained valuable experience in these roles, which likely contributed to his success in the oil and gas sector.2

Education

Kevin Black holds a bachelor's degree in industrial engineering and management from North Dakota State University.2

Company Growth

Under Kevin's leadership, Creedence Energy Services has experienced significant growth:

Started in 2014 with only enough funds to pay two salaries
Now employs over 250 people
Operates in seven states
Serves two of the largest shale oil and gas plays: the Bakken and Permian basins1

Community Involvement

Kevin is actively involved in various organizations and boards:

Chair of the Minot Area Chamber EDC (as of 2023)
Board member of the North Dakota Economic Development Foundation
Board member of the North Dakota Petroleum Council
Member of the North Dakota University Development Foundation Board of Trustees
Member of the University of North Dakota Petroleum Engineering Industry Advisory Council2

Kevin's involvement in these organizations demonstrates his commitment to economic development, higher education, and the energy sector in North Dakota.