HOUSTON, TX, May 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Prairie Operating Co. (Nasdaq: PROP) (the “Company” or “Prairie”) – an independent energy company engaged in the development and acquisition of oil and natural gas resources in the Denver-Julesburg (DJ) Basin – today announced the appointment of Maree K. Delgado, CPA, as Senior Vice President of Accounting & Controller.

With over two decades of experience across financial accounting, regulatory compliance, and risk management, primarily within the energy sector, Ms. Delgado brings a proven track record of building and leading high-performing finance teams through both growth and transformation. Her appointment reflects Prairie’s continued focus on operational excellence, financial discipline, and strong governance as it scales its DJ Basin platform.

Most recently, Ms. Delgado served as E&P Controller at Antero Resources Corporation, where she led all aspects of financial reporting, SOX compliance, treasury, and revenue accounting. During her tenure, she played a critical role in implementing strategic financial partnerships, driving internal efficiencies, and overseeing two major system implementations. Prior to Antero, she held key executive roles at Ultra Petroleum Corp (now PureWest Energy), including Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer, where she managed accounting, tax, treasury, and marketing back-office operations through significant corporate transitions.

Ms. Delgado is a Certified Public Accountant and holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and Business Law from Curtin University of Technology in Western Australia. She is licensed in the state of Colorado and brings global audit experience from her time at KPMG, where she managed energy-focused audits across multiple continents.

“Maree is a proven leader with deep experience across all facets of energy accounting, financial reporting, and compliance,” said Greg Patton, EVP and CFO of Prairie. “On behalf of the Prairie team, I’d like to welcome her to the team as we continue executing our strategic growth plan.”

About Prairie Operating Co.

Prairie Operating Co. is a Houston-based publicly traded independent energy company engaged in the development and acquisition of oil and natural gas resources in the United States. The Company’s assets and operations are concentrated in the oil and liquids-rich regions of the Denver-Julesburg (DJ) Basin, with a primary focus on the Niobrara and Codell formations. The Company is committed to the responsible development of its oil and natural gas resources and is focused on maximizing returns through consistent growth, capital discipline, and sustainable cash flow generation. More information about the Company can be found at www.prairieopco.com.

Forward-Looking Statement

The information included herein and in any oral statements made in connection herewith include “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.  All statements, other than statements of present or historical fact included herein, are forward-looking statements. When used herein, including any oral statements made in connection herewith, the words “strive”, “could,” “should,” “will,” “may,” “believe,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “estimate,” “expect,” “project,” the negative of such terms and other similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain such identifying words. These forward-looking statements are based on the Company’s current expectations and assumptions about future events and are based on currently available information as to the outcome and timing of future events. Except as otherwise required by applicable law, the Company disclaims any duty to update any forward-looking statements, all of which are expressly qualified by the statements in this section, to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof. The Company cautions you that these forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, most of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond the control of the Company. There may be additional risks not currently known by the Company or that the Company currently believes are immaterial that could cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Additional information concerning these and other factors that may impact the Company’s expectations can be found in the Company’s periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), including the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC on March 6, 2025, and any subsequently filed Quarterly Report and Current Report on Form 8-K. The Company’s SEC filings are available publicly on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov.

Investor Relations Contact:
Wobbe Ploegsma
info@prairieopco.com 
832.274.3449