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James Walter
Chief Executive Officer at
EARTHSTONE ENERGY, INC.
Net worth: 636 M $ as of 30/07/2026
Profile
James H.
Walter is the founder of Colgate Energy LLC, established in 2015, serving as Co-President & Co-Chief Executive Officer.
Current jobs include Co-Chief Executive Officer at Earthstone Energy, Inc., Co-Chief Executive Officer at Permian Resources Operating LLC, and Co-Chief Executive Director & Director at Permian Resources Corp.
starting in 2026.
Former jobs include President & Co-Chief Executive Officer at Colgate Energy Partners III LLC, Co-Chief Executive Director & Director at Permian Resources Holdings, Inc., Associate at The Boston Consulting Group, Inc. in 2012, and Associate at Denham Capital Management LP.
Education includes undergraduate studies at The University of Texas at Austin.
Known holdings in public companies
| Company | Date | Number of shares | Valuation | Valuation date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Permian Resources Operating LLC
 Permian Resources Operating LLC Integrated OilEnergy Minerals Engage in the acquisition and development of oil and gas properties 6.49% | 31/08/2022 | 17,467,681 ( 6.49% ) | 372 M $ | 30/07/2026 |
1.66% | 23/03/2026 | 12,379,394 ( 1.66% ) | 264 M $ | 30/07/2026 |
James Walter active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
| EARTHSTONE ENERGY, INC. | Chief Executive Officer | - |
Permian Resources Operating LLC
Permian Resources Operating LLC Integrated OilEnergy Minerals Engage in the acquisition and development of oil and gas properties | Chief Executive Officer | - |
Colgate Energy LLC
 Colgate Energy LLC Integrated OilEnergy Minerals Provides oil exploration and production services | Chief Executive Officer | 31/12/2014 |
Former positions of James Walter
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
The Boston Consulting Group, Inc.
 The Boston Consulting Group, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Provides management consulting services | Corporate Officer/Principal | 30/12/2012 |
Denham Capital Management LP
 Denham Capital Management LP Investment ManagersFinance Denham Capital invests in companies located across the globe. The firm focuses on a broad range of sectors and industries. It participates in buyout transactions. | Private Equity Analyst | - |
Permian Resources Corp.
 Permian Resources Corp. Integrated OilEnergy Minerals Operates crude oil and liquids-rich natural gas reserves | Chief Executive Officer | - |
Colgate Energy Partners III LLC
 Colgate Energy Partners III LLC Integrated OilEnergy Minerals Engages in oil and natural gas acquisition, development, exploration & production activities | Chief Executive Officer | - |
Training of James Walter
Experiences
Positions held
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Listed companies
Private companies
Connections
28
1st degree connections
8
1st degree companies
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Members of the board
Executives
Linked companies
| Private companies | 8 |
|---|---|
Earthstone Energy, Inc.
 Earthstone Energy, Inc. Integrated OilEnergy Minerals Engages in exploration and production of crude oil & natural gas | Energy Minerals |
The Boston Consulting Group, Inc.
The Boston Consulting Group, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Provides management consulting services | Commercial Services |
The University of Texas at Austin
 The University of Texas at Austin Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Denham Capital Management LP
Denham Capital Management LP Investment ManagersFinance Denham Capital invests in companies located across the globe. The firm focuses on a broad range of sectors and industries. It participates in buyout transactions. | Finance |
Permian Resources Operating LLC
Permian Resources Operating LLC Integrated OilEnergy Minerals Engage in the acquisition and development of oil and gas properties | Energy Minerals |
Colgate Energy LLC
Colgate Energy LLC Integrated OilEnergy Minerals Provides oil exploration and production services | Energy Minerals |
Permian Resources Corp.
Permian Resources Corp. Integrated OilEnergy Minerals Operates crude oil and liquids-rich natural gas reserves | Energy Minerals |
Colgate Energy Partners III LLC
Colgate Energy Partners III LLC Integrated OilEnergy Minerals Engages in oil and natural gas acquisition, development, exploration & production activities | Energy Minerals |
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