IPAA - Independent Petroleum Association of America
02/05/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 02/05/2026 12:56
IPAA Promotes Dan Naatz to EVP and Chief Policy Officer
Feb 5, 2026IPAA Promotes Dan Naatz to EVP and Chief Policy Officer
Today the Independent Petroleum Association of America (IPAA) announces that Dan Naatz has been promoted to Executive Vice President and Chief Policy Officer.
Dan has led IPAA's advocacy efforts on Capitol Hill, securing meaningful wins for independent oil and natural gas producers on issues including methane regulation, federal leasing, and permitting reform. His decades of leadership and judgment have strengthened IPAA's voice in Washington at a critical time for IPAA members.
IPAA President & CEO Edith Naegele: "IPAA makes this strategic promotion elevating Dan Naatz as we take steps to lead our nearly 100-year-old institution into the next 100 years. IPAA strengthens its resolve as one strong voice for independent producers with Dan's promotion. His promotion reflects our dedication to government affairs and leading the strongest policy team in Washington dedicated to America's Independent oil and gas producers."
As Chief Policy Officer, Dan will lead IPAA's policy priorities and oversee all government relations and advocacy efforts, focusing on the issues most critical to independent producers across regulatory, legislative, and permitting environments. He will also continue to build consensus across IPAA's diverse membership and strengthen partnerships with aligned organizations.
Dan also serves as Corporate Secretary on the IPAA board of directors. Prior to coming to IPAA in 2003, he spent 12 years on Capitol Hill working for the late Senator Craig Thomas (R-WY) in various capacities including Chief of Staff and Legislative Director. Read his full bio at https://www.ipaa.org/daniel-naatz/.
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