Prowler Energy Services includes a team of dedicated and seasoned professionals who strive to create long-lasting relationships with all our clients.
Here is a brief intro to our team.
Kris Genovese, Founder & Owner
Kris, Founder & Owner
Kris and his brother Rocky are joint owners of Prowler Energy Services.
Kris brings 24 years of experience in the industry, specializing in Coil Tubing for the last 20 years. During his career he has accomplished a wide variety of positions including working in the field on the Service Rig side, as well as being a Sales Representative.
The brothers found a need for Coil Tubing in 1998 as gas prices rose, and founded Prowler Energy Services. Spearheading the Sales department and meeting with clients face to face, Kris established a name for Prowler Energy quickly in the downtown Calgary region as well as in the field, resulting in rapid growth of the organization.
Now, Kris is located in Brooks, and manages our field offices and operations. He overseas all aspects of the business, manages our field supervisors and crew, steers our management team, keeps a close eye on daily operations and ensures our services maintain safe, consistent, and are delivered in a timely manner.
Given the time, you will find Kris soaking up all the summer fun at a golf course, venturing out to the peaks of the Canadian Rockies for a taste of adventure, and spending time with family.
Rocky Genovese, Founder & Owner
Rocky, Founder & Owner
Rocky and his brother are joint owners of Prowler Energy Services.
Following in his family’s footsteps, Rocky entered the oilfield at a young age. Rocky worked his way up through the ranks on the Service rigs as well as with Coil Tubing. After identifying a greater need for Coil Tubing in 1998, Rocky and his brother broke into a niche market and established a now greatly successful company; Prowler Energy Services.
Rocky is responsible for managing all complex operational details. His critical thinking is an asset to the company’s strategic planning, innovative solutions and projections. In addition; Rocky also operates as the forefront for our international prospects.
Rocky’s drive and determination combined with the initiatives of our additional managers continue to significantly grow this organization everyday.
When he is not in the office you can find him catching waves on a surfboard and completing his travel bucket list around the globe.
Mark Williams, Operations Manager & Main Dispatch
Mark, Operations Manager & Main Dispatch
Mark comes with over 20 years years of experience in the Oil and Gas industry.
He gained extensive field production experience prior to joining Prowler, which made him an excellent addition to our team. Mark began working with Prowler Energy Services in 2000, not long after inception.
The man is an absolute key component to our team; overseeing all day to day operations, providing great insight and knowledge for our technical requirements, and also acts as our main dispatch for all of our services. Additionally, he guides the company’s Safety Program developments and stays on top of all Safety standards and requirements and AASP education.
His drive, dedication and technical capabilities have contributed immensely to Prowler’s growth as a Corporation. He has become part of the family and continues to strive for operational success everyday.
Even though there is always something that requires Mark’s attention, he enjoys spending time with his family, coaching kid’s soccer, and catching a good old game of football when he can.
Tara Kousinioris, Senior Sales Manager
Tara, Senior Sales Manager
Tara joined our team beginning of 2018, and has already proven to be an essential asset to the corporation.
Tara provides excellent customer service and comes with 12 years of experience in Oil & Gas Sales dealing with various companies and clientele ranging from Drilling & Completions to Production.
She is passionate and has impeccable drive and motivation to pursue and solidify new business opportunities as well as maintain current client accounts. She fills our office with great optimism and joy, and bestows that upon anyone she meets.
Her skills have allowed her to establish long-lasting professional working relationships. She is a vital member to our team and adds significantly to the growth and success of our organization.
When Tara isn’t out chasing customers, she is busy chasing after her three young boys and creating fun family adventures!
Viviane Van Vuure, Sales & Marketing Representative
Viviane, Sales & Marketing Representative
Viviane has been working in the industry since 2011 and has been working with Prowler Energy Services since 2015.
Following Viviane’s education in the Netherlands, Viviane received her Diploma of Broadcasting & Communications from Mount Royal University. Her prior experience in Customer Relations, Sales, Marketing and Promotions gave her the skillset to flourish and succeed in the oilfield. Starting out in Sales at a consulting firm, she worked with customers ranging from every aspect of the industry including Construction, Drilling, Completions and Production. Her motivation and keenness to grow and learn also allowed her to work as an Engineering Technician.
At Prowler Energy, Viviane works closely with our Sales Manager to achieve targets, maintain current accounts and pursue new business opportunities. In addition she is also responsible for the corporation’s business marketing. Her dynamic traits and cheerful can – do attitude, make her an excellent addition to our team.
When she’s not working, Viviane loves to travel and show her little girl all the amazing things this world has to offer.
Deana deBruyn, Office Manager
Deana, Office Manager
Deana has worked in the oilfield office setting for over 12 years and has acted as our Office Manager since 2009.
She is experienced in HR, Payroll, Administration, and Accounting. Deana keeps our administration in line, is in charge of payroll and oversees all of our accounting needs. She has been a part of the family for over ten years, has great attention to detail, and an even greater work ethic.
When she’s not in the office, there is nothing more Deana loves than unwinding at her acreage and riding her horses on the beautiful countryside of the Foothills.