WPX Energy Officially Names Kevin Vann as CFO

TULSA, Okla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

WPX Energy WPX officially named J. Kevin Vann as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Vann has more than 20 years of experience in accounting and risk management.

Vann had been serving in both roles on an interim basis since March. He was with WPX during its spinoff, having served as the company's controller since 2006 and also as its chief accounting officer.

“I really appreciate Kevin's ability, confidence and outlook,” said Rick Muncrief, WPX president and chief executive officer. “He's well regarded throughout the organization and is eager to be a part of the team that is charged with transforming WPX and delivering improved performance, both financially and operationally.”

Vann is a graduate of Oklahoma State University and member of the Oklahoma State Accounting Alumni Council. He served on the Board for Youth Services of Tulsa and the Advisory Council for the American Lung Association.

About WPX Energy, Inc.

WPX Energy is an independent exploration and production company formed during a spinoff two years ago. Overall, WPX has more than 30 years of experience in its sector along with 40 local, state and federal awards for efficiency, innovation and corporate social responsibility.

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