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Eduardo Robaina
Non-Executive Chairman
Eduardo is a highly accomplished Managing Director and Engineering Consultant, combining extensive executive and technical expertise. Moreover, Eduardo has over 25 years’ experience in the oil and gas sector, including stints with Woods Moreover, Eduardo has over 25 years’ experience in the oil and gas sector, including stints with Woodside and Santos. Recently, Eduardo was appointed Non-Executive Director at New Frontier Minerals Limited (ASX: NFM) where his skills and business approach supported the growth and stability of the business. Eduardo holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Metropolitan University in Venezuela.
Dale Hanna
Non-Executive Director
Dale is a highly qualified finance professional, bringing over 20 years’ experience as a CFO, Company Secretary, Director and corporate adviser. He began his career at Ernst & Young and has developed strong expertise working with ASX-listed mining companies, contributing across both operational and leadership roles. Dale is a Chartered Accountant and Company Secretary and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance from Curtin University. Dale is the founder of Corporate Campaigns (CFO and company secretarial services) and Allora Capital (corporate advisory services encompassing project acquisition, divestment and restructure).
Joseph Graham
Managing Director
Joseph, who was appointed as Chief Executive Officer of Galilee in November 2025, steps into the role of Managing Director. Joseph is a highly experienced petroleum engineer and energy executive, combining broad technical capability with proven project delivery across the oil and gas sector. With more than two decades’ experience, Joseph has led and supported numerous field start-ups in the USA, UK and Australia. Joseph holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Petroleum Engineering from Curtin University and a Bachelor of Science in Mining and Engineering from the Western Australian School of Mines.
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Cleve Thomas
US Country Manager
Cleve is a fourth-generation oil and gas professional and founder of Cleverhouse Energy Advisors LLC, an independent advisory firm specialising in upstream strategy, technical evaluation and commercial development. With more than 20 years’ experience, Cleve has advised operators, investors and mineral owners across North America and international markets on asset evaluation, drilling strategy, capital efficiency and commercial negotiations. He has a strong track record guiding projects from early-stage evaluation through to execution across both conventional and unconventional oil and gas development. Cleve has also contributed to the advancement and monetisation of lithium brine assets within Arkansas’ Smackover Formation.
Dan Bloomer
Technical Advisor
Dan is a geologist and geophysicist with approximately 49 years’ experience across multiple Gulf Coast basins. He has held senior roles with ARCO, Vastar, Entex and St Mary Energy, building deep technical expertise in Gulf Coast geology, reservoir evaluation, mature field redevelopment and low-risk exploration. Dan holds a Bachelor of Science from St Lawrence University and a Master’s degree from George Washington University.
Guy C. Ellison Jr.
Operations and Commercial Advisor
Guy is a Registered Professional Landman (RPL) with over 46 years’ experience across the Louisiana oil and gas industry. He has held senior roles in contracting, agreements and negotiations, and has been actively involved in over 100 oil and gas prospects. Guy is the founder of Gulf Coast Prospect Expo and has worked with major industry participants including ExxonMobil. His expertise spans land management, deal structuring and commercial negotiations.
Michael J. Privat
Executive Advisor
Michael is a Senior Oil and Gas Executive with over 30 years’ experience across the full cycle of upstream operations. He began his career in 1994, building expertise across drilling, workover and production operations before moving into senior management. Michael has held leadership roles including Vice President and Executive Vice President with companies including Chalmers, Collins & Avale and Magnolia Energy.
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