Since 2004, Haymaker principals have worked with public E&P companies and other owners of large mineral and ORRI portfolios. Having previously executed complex transactions with companies such as Cimarex and Chesapeake, and having completed a full S-1 filing for a mineral company IPO, Haymaker has a unique understanding of all the options across the mineral and royalty spectrum.

Haymaker executives maintain a dynamic leadership role in the broader energy community and actively support the following groups and activities:

Independent Producers Association of America (IPAA): Karl Brensike serves on the Board of the IPAA, which represents thousands of independent oil and natural gas producers and service companies across the United States. IPAA is a national trade association headquartered in Washington, D.C. It serves as an informed voice for the exploration and production segment of the industry, and advocates its members’ views before the United States Congress, the Administration and federal agencies.

The World Oilman’s Mineral & Royalty Conference (MARC): Haymaker management started the MARC in 2019 to bring more awareness to the emerging mineral and royalty sector.

The World Oilman’s Poker Tournament (WOPT): Haymaker management started the WOPT in 2007, and continues to enjoy the annual opportunity to socialize and play cards with other oil and gas executives.

The World Oilman’s Tennis Tournament (WOTT): Karl Brensike is on the Board of the WOTT, which is celebrating its 42nd year as a favorite event for oil and gas executives to gather in Houston to socialize and play tennis.

A&D SkiFest: Haymaker management is an active sponsor and co-host of the annual Meagher A&D SkiFest, which brings together upstream oil and gas acquisition and divestiture specialists for a weekend of skiing and deal making.

Youth Development Center Roast (YDC): Haymaker management supports the annual roast of an oil & gas executive to benefit the YDC’s after school literacy programs.

Arms Wide Adoption Services: Haymaker management supports Arms Wide mission to transform the lives of children in need of safe and nurturing adoptive families.