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From growing up in Oklahoma with two teachers for parents to making waves in the oil and gas world, Drew Hopkins has built a career on reputation, relationships, and a whole lot of hustle. He went from Chesapeake Energy to co-founding LIS and now leading business development at Novus, and along the way, he’s picked up some hard-earned wisdom about building a winning culture, driving responsible growth, and keeping your values in check while chasing big goals. This one’s packed with stories, lessons, and a few laughs as Drew shares what it really takes to make an impact in the energy industry.

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00:00 - Intro
03:00 - Who is Drew Hopkins
07:58 - Impact of Teacher Parents
11:47 - Lessons from Teaching Background
18:01 - Transitioning to Novus
18:50 - Land Information System (LIS)
20:50 - Origin of What the Frac Podcast
23:50 - Importance of Consistency
27:55 - What the Frac Booth at NAPE
31:36 - Overview of LandVantage
36:34 - LIS and Sales Experience
38:11 - Novus Consulting Insights
45:09 - Responsible Growth Strategies
51:35 - Favorite Restaurants in OKC
52:58 - Jake's Schedule Update
54:28 - True Vacations vs. Trips
57:25 - Drew Hopkins in the Doghouse
1:02:03 - Connect with Drew Hopkins Online
1:04:10 - Outro

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