Will Stanley joined Argent Mineral Management in 2025 as a Mineral Manager in the Shreveport, LA office. With over 14 years of experience as a Professional Landman, he specializes in full-service mineral management, including oil and gas revenue accounting, audits, activity management, and negotiations for oil and gas mineral leases, pipeline rights-of-way, well locations, subsurface easements, and frac water agreements.
Before joining Argent, Will led land and business development initiatives at Performance Operating Partners, LLC, where he developed comprehensive land and regulatory strategies and managed mineral and energy assets across the lower 48 states. He provided clients with tailored asset ownership and development solutions. Over his career, he has successfully led cross-functional teams, supported high-value acquisitions and divestitures totaling approximately $2.9 billion, and built strong relationships with key stakeholders.
Will holds a Master of Energy Business from The University of Tulsa and a Bachelor of Science in Business Management & Entrepreneurship from Louisiana Tech University. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with family and friends and staying active outdoors.




