The Energy Workforce & Technology Council (EWTC) proudly recognized Scott Sheffield, former CEO of Pioneer Natural Resources, as a recipient of the 2025 Platinum Award, the Council’s highest honor. The award were presented during the EWTC Annual Meeting in Frisco, Texas, on April 10, 2025.
The Platinum Award honors a lifetime of achievement, leadership, and impact in the oil and gas industry. This year’s honorees join a distinguished roster of past recipients, including Andrew Gould, Harold Hamm, former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, and Merrill A. “Pete” Miller.
Jerry Jones, Owner, President, and General Manager of the Dallas Cowboys and majority shareholder of Comstock Resources, also received the 2025 Award.
“Jerry Jones and Scott Sheffield embody the bold leadership, innovation, and dedication that define the strength of American energy,” said EWTC President Molly Determan. “Their careers have left a lasting legacy on our industry, and we were proud to celebrate their contributions at our Annual Meeting.”
With a career spanning more than four decades, Scott Sheffield transformed Pioneer Natural Resources into one of the nation’s top oil and gas producers. Under his leadership, Pioneer became a dominant force in the Permian Basin, setting new standards for operational excellence and strategic innovation.
Throughout his career, Sheffield championed energy policies that supported American energy and mentored countless emerging leaders across the industry. His award was presented during the awards dinner on April 9, 2025.
“I thank the Council for this tremendous honor- and even more for the profoundly important work it does to enable a safe, profitable and sustainable energy industry. The organization has helped achieve United States energy independence and played a major part in the shale revolution,” said Sheffield.
The 2025 Annual Meeting brought together leaders from across the energy services sector to celebrate these industry icons for the future of American energy.
