Mr. Mendez is a Co-Founder of the entire Arriba family of companies, including Arriba Production Services, Bakken Supply, and Arriba Services. Prior to founding APS, he co-founded and successfully sold Elite Power LLC, a North Dakota-based generator business. Earlier in his career, Mr. Mendez held several leadership positions at Light Tower Rental (LTR) and National Oilwell Varco (NOV). He brings over 15 years of experience in the oil and gas industry.
Operations Manager for APS, bringing strong leadership and field expertise to his role. With a background in operational efficiency and team management, Mr. Krenz plays a key role in overseeing day-to-day activities and driving performance. Prior to his current position, Mr. Krenz gained valuable industry experience working with TEK, where he developed a solid foundation in oilfield operations. Before joining TEK, he worked as a driller for Helmerich & Payne, further honing his technical skills and on-site operational knowledge.
Business Development Manager with 14 years of experience in the oil and gas industry. Mr. Smith began his career rebuilding and testing valves before advancing to a field technician role, where he installed and serviced equipment across drilling, production, and completion operations. He later transitioned into sales and account management, bringing technical expertise to client solutions. Now at APS, he supports the full line of Arriba offerings, positioning the company as a true one-stop shop for oilfield services.
As Director of Procurement, Ms. Braunagel brings over 6 years of diverse experience in the oil and gas industry. Before joining APS, she held management roles in sales at Bakken Supply and Bell Supply Company. Her background also includes operational experience with companies such as BDR Well Services and Wylie Bice Trucking. In addition to her industry experience, Ms. Braunagel holds a Master of Science degree.
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