Leslie Beyer
Ms. Beyer was appointed as a Forum director in December 2023 and currently serves as a member of the Nominating, Governance and Sustainability Committee. Ms. Beyer has served as a director of Patterson-UTI Energy since September 2023, and was a member of NexTier Oilfield Solutions board of directors from February 2023 to September 2023. From 2014 to 2023, Ms. Beyer served as the Chief Executive Officer of the Energy Workforce & Technology Council ("EWTC"), the largest global energy technology and services association. She is a frequent speaker on issues facing the energy industry including the global energy market, regulatory environment and ESG best practices.
Ms. Beyer has been an advocate for the energy services sector testifying before Congress and frequently appearing on national media outlets. She also serves on the Advisory Board of the Energy Advisory firm Veriten. Before joining EWTC, her career highlights include 15 years in Washington, D.C. serving in policy and public affairs roles in the U.S. Senate, multiple presidential campaigns, The White House – Executive Office of the President, U.S. State Department and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. After government service, Ms. Beyer began her career in advocacy as Director, Member and Board Relations with the National Association of Manufacturers.
Ms. Beyer holds a bachelor's degree of arts in Latin American Studies from The University of Texas at Austin.