Our Team

Pat Salvo

CEO

Pat Salvo is the CEO and founder located in our Houston Division of DET Consulting. As CEO at DET, Mr. Salvo oversees many projects and assist in all aspects of operations and design. Since 2012, Mr. Salvo has focused on complete project management for DET in plays all over the US. Prior to forming DET, Mr. Salvo worked as a Drilling Engineer, Completions Engineer and Production Engineer designing and handling operations in multiple plays. Mr. Salvo graduated from Texas Tech University with a degree in Mechanical Engineering with Honors. Mr. Salvo is a member of many industry organizations.

Jeremy Compton

Chief Operating Officer

Jeremy Compton is the Chief Operating Officer located in our Houston Division of DET Consulting.  As COO at DET, he oversees many projects and assist in all aspects of operations and design. Prior to joining DET, Mr. Compton worked as Drilling Manager for Earthstone Energy Group for 7 years handling all operations. Prior to Earthstone, Mr. Compton worked as a Company Man, Drilling Superintendent, and Senior Drilling Engineer across many plays in the US. Mr. Compton graduated from Texas Tech University with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Mr. Compton is a member of many industry organizations.

Vince Salvo

VP of Permian Operations

Vince Salvo has been optimizing performance in the Permian Basin for operators drilling San Andres laterals by eliminating the inefficiencies of the “me too” consulting firms in the area.  In his responsibilities for the Permian Basin he also focuses on tailoring programs for operators in the Delaware and Midland basins which are fit for purpose for the challenges around the staked well.  Based on experience with losses in South Texas and saltwater flows/losses in the Permian he is uniquely suited for handling any challenges in these areas.  Mr. Salvo is located in the heart of the action in the Permian Basin and is a local to the Midland/Odessa area, which allows him to interact with the local operators and service companies and provides an intimate knowledge of the local market.  His diverse background in drilling operations, project management, and his educational background as a Mechanical Engineer provide an excellent basis for managing drilling operations for Permian Basin operators.

Weston Shelledy

Completion and Operations Specialist

Weston Shelledy is a completion and operations specialist located in our Houston Division of DET Consulting.  Joining the team in 2021, he brings a wealth of completion operation knowledge from many different areas.  Formations include Haynesville Shale, Cotton Valley Sand, Pettet Sand, Granite Wash Sand, Cleveland Sand, and Eagleford Shale.  Prior to DET Mr. Shelledy worked for Sabine Oil and Gas with responsibilities in all aspects for the business including completions, production optimization, business development, asset evaluation, long term development planning and contract negotiations.  At Sabine, Mr. Shelledy played key roles at the company to help exit bankruptcy and eventually complete a successful divestiture process.  Mr. Shelledy graduated from Texas Tech University with a degree in Petroleum Engineering.