Mr. Blessing is the Managing Director and founder of Blessing Petroleum Group, LLC which advises and assists in the implementation of energy-related natural resource projects. Mr. Blessing has been involved with the firm since its formation in 1989. Prior to that time, Mr. Blessing led the formation of Dallas-based Strategic Petroleum Inc., where he served as a director and chief executive officer. During the 1980s, Mr. Blessing led Blessing Petroleum Corporation, an independent oil and gas firm located in Oklahoma City. He served as executive vice president and director of Oklahoma Oil and Gas Company from 1978 to 1980. During the early 1970s, Mr. Blessing served in various capacities within the natural resource venture capital industry. Prior to that time, Mr. Blessing served as a consultant with McKinsey & Company, Inc. in the company’s New York, Los Angeles and San Francisco offices. Mr. Blessing is active in energy industry and community affairs, including serving as a board member for non-profit companies. Mr. Blessing graduated with a B.A. in Political Science and Economics from San Diego State University in 1960 and an M.B.A. from Harvard University in 1965.