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Maverick Target Markets

Maverick is interested in projects that intersect with its target markets and meet the following criteria: water, sustainability, tech enabled management, owned and operated, infrastructure, and long-term contracts.

Real Estate Development

Energy

Industrial / Commercial

Government

Who We Are

Maverick Water Group is a revolutionary water infrastructure development and asset management company that offers solutions that are sustainable, efficient, and economic.

Alternative

Water Systems

Build, own, operate, and maintain localized non-potable water systems for large volume water users paying high water costs

Infrastructure

as a Service

Smart water technology install projects (performance contracts) where we share in the savings achieved by reducing water usage

Provide Capital

for Infrastructure

Make infrastructure improvements for clients who are capital constrained or cost conscience

Partner and

Align Incentives

We desire to explore new types of projects where we can build and own sustainable water infrastructure assets that promote stewardship and economic benefits for all parties

Maverick’s Area Of Expertise

Unlocking the potential of the value proposition with core proficiencies

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Financial Diligence

Maverick underwrites each project investment opportunity to ensure financial objectives are met. Maverick determines capital expenditure and operating expense levels by underwriting the engineering and commercial considerations for each project.

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Commercial

Maverick’s commercial solutions articulate and combine the financial diligence, operations, engineering and regulatory requirements to ensure all parties are aligned and incentivized appropriately from a monetary and sustainability perspective.

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Operations

Maverick’s vendor management system, aligns the engineering and commercial requirements with first class contractors and material providers. Ensuring that the construction and operation is built to Maverick engineering standard creates a long-life, low-touch asset.

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Engineering

Maverick has developed a standard for design, materials and cutting-edge equipment that deliver efficient results without sacrificing reliability. Maverick ensures that the volume of water needed will be available on demand and to customer need.

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Performance Management

Maverick utilizes the latest in smart technology to monitor and manage water consumption, ensuring needs are met with optimum efficiency. Additionally, Maverick’s billing and collections processes are planned to be best-in-class and integrated with measurement technologies.

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Regulatory

Maverick experience in navigating the regulatory and compliance requirements is critical to project success and timely deployment of capital. Maverick conducts a thorough review of each project so that all federal, state and local regulations are followed and reported properly.

Maverick’s Value Proposition

Providing all necessary capital required for investments in new infrastructure, technology, operational and maintenance costs, as well as managing the day-to-day operations of these systems.

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Provide a Better Way
We offer private solutions for the water industry

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Deliver Financial Value
Zero capital outlay for our clients while delivering substantial

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Create Win-Win-Win Outcome
As our clients’ long-term water solutions, our success depends on theirs

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Innovate for Good
Holistic, sustainable approaches unlock a better way to water stewardship

BEN RHODEN
Executive Vice President

 

Ben is involved in all areas of the business including business development, investment underwriting, strategy, financial planning, and corporate governance while leading the finance and accounting function. Prior to joining Maverick, Ben was an Associate for an upstream Oil & Gas company with assets in the Gulf of Mexico based in Houston, where he was involved in a wide variety of mergers and acquisitions, financial planning, corporate strategy, and operational excellence projects. Earlier in his career, Ben was a Management Consultant where he focused on serving clients across the upstream oil and gas, midstream and oilfield sectors. Ben graduated with honors from Texas A&M University with a M.S. in Finance and a B.B.A. in Accounting, and he is a licensed CPA in the State of Texas. Ben is a native Texan and an avid outdoorsman.

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DUSTIN KINDER
President & CEO

 

Dustin joined Maverick in January 2022. Dustin is a strategic and results-based servant leader with operations management experience in the water industry. Areas of emphasis include infrastructure, water treatment, groundwater, sustainability, and natural resources. Before joining Maverick, Dustin led water management efforts for one of the largest publicly traded crude oil and natural gas exploration and production companies in the United States. In that role, he served as the strategic, technical and operations lead for all operating basins as it pertained to water management activities in addition to duties with investor relations and sustainability reporting. Prior to that, Dustin held roles with the federal government, a membership organization, and a water works business. Dustin proudly hails from Livingston, Texas and holds a B.S. degree from Texas A&M University and an MBA from Rice University. Dustin embraces moments to golf, ranch, fish, hunt and contributes to various ministries. Yet, his ultimate source of joy lies in being a devoted father to two remarkable girls and sharing life’s journey with his beloved wife.

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JEDD MOSHER
Vice President of Operations

 

Jedd leads Maverick’s operations and engineering team. Before joining Maverick, he served as Director of Gas Processing and Treating responsible for multiple cross-functional teams including estimating, designing, and executing projects for customers globally. Jedd’s work experience has included detailed engineering, project engineering, project management, field engineering, construction support, and supporting detailed process design. Jedd has executed projects valued over $250 million while helping develop and implement company strategy. Jedd is a veteran who served as an officer in the U.S. Marine Corps piloting Super Cobra Helicopters while leading operation and maintenance teams. Jedd holds a B.S. in Systems Engineering from the U.S. Naval Academy and an MBA from Rice University. Jedd enjoys spending time with his wife and two sons participating in outdoor activities and traveling.

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WES WHITNEY
Vice President of Commercial

 

Wes leads Maverick’s commercial and business development efforts. Wes has held prior roles in supply chain management, business development, and legal services, and has a strong reputation for implementing high-value objectives for his employers over the years. Prior to joining Maverick, Wes spent ten years with a Fortune 100 Oil & Gas company and one of the largest midstream energy providers in United States. In that role, he served as lead for all contract management and compliance, with category responsibility for thousands of material and supply agreements. Wes graduated with honors from Texas A&M University with a M.A. in Communication and is happiest spending time with his wife, Sheridan, and their two young children. Wes is a native Texan, an enthusiastic hockey player, a long-time volunteer at the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo, and our resident trivia expert.

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CLIFTON HARLIN
Engineering Manager

 

Clifton is involved in operations, design and engineering. Prior to joining Maverick, Clifton has worked as an Engineer in the Manufacturing and Oil & Gas industries serving in roles that include project management, production engineering, reservoir engineering, drilling engineering, and produced water management. Clifton received a B.S. in Petroleum Engineering from Texas A&M University and is a proud husband & father. When not working with Maverick or spending time with family, Clifton enjoys the outdoors, off-roading, and designing products that facilitate the outdoor experience.

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CALEB FESTE
Senior Corporate Development Associate

 

Caleb is involved in the finance, accounting, and operations functions of the business. Prior to joining Maverick, Caleb was a Management Consultant where he primarily served clients across the Energy sectors including upstream Oil & Gas, renewable construction and development, and biomass. There he focused on operational and financial improvement, mergers and acquisitions, business strategy, and project management. Caleb graduated from Texas A&M University with a B.A. in Finance and is passionate about aviation, running, the outdoors, and spending time with friends and family.

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AUGUSTUS (“AUGGIE”) CAMPBELL
Consulting Counsel

 

Auggie brings over 15 years of water-industry experience as an attorney and advocate, serving as Maverick’s General Counsel.

Prior to joining Maverick, Auggie founded and managed Campbell Legal, representing clients, including Maverick, on issues ranging from state permitting to sustainable development. Between 2015 and 2022, Auggie ran a regional association and then a state-wide association, successfully advocating for better infrastructure, funding, policy, and planning. He served as the Assistant City Attorney at the City of Houston from 2008 to 2015, responsible for the City’s public works construction and water transactions. This included a $1.8 billion water plant-expansion financing agreement and the associated design-build contract.

Campbell is an OIF Veteran (2006-07) and serves on Harris-Galveston Subsidence District Board and on the Region 6 San Jacinto Regional Flood Planning Group. Auggie grew up in West Texas, attended Texas Tech School of Law, enjoys running, the outdoors, and spending time with his family.

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DEAN LANTRIP
Director, IT-OT Solutions

 

Dean is involved with information systems & operational technologies and joined the team in January 2024. Prior to Maverick, Dean spent twelve years working in multiple top-producing divisions for an industry-leading upstream Oil & Gas operator where he held roles in software development, SCADA (supervisory control & data acquisition), and as a division manager over industrial measurement, automation, and control systems. Dean graduated from Texas State University with a B.A. in Communications, and frequently finds himself wandering back to the waters of the San Marcos River. Dean was born in Dubai, UAE and moved to Texas in 1999 without looking back. Dean loves spending time with his family above all else, but is passionate about competitive fencing, pro football, and live music.

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MATTHEW DELEON
Project Manager

 

Matthew is involved in Maverick’s operations through construction and project management. Prior to joining Maverick, Matthew gainedmultiple years of experience in commercial construction general contracting where his clients ranged from private commercial real estate companies to the top public healthcare providers in the nation. Specifically, Matthew worked on private class A office buildings, parking garages, sports orthopedic facilities, and cutting-edge procedure/operating rooms amongst many others. Matthew excels in both office functions and field activities and enjoys coordinating with all types of project personnel. Matthew is a native Houstonian and holds a B.S. in Construction Science from Texas A&M University with a minor in Business Administration. While also being a loving husband and father, he enjoys golfing, weightlifting, fishing, and spending quality time with loved ones.

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AUDREY HOLLMAN
Executive Assistant

 

Audrey joined Maverick in October 2024 with the number one goal of ensuring that the entire team can focus and execute on Maverick’s vision and mission by serving in the critical role of Executive Assistant. Prior to joining Maverick, Audrey served as an Executive Business Partner at an asset management company where she was responsible for Colorado and Texas office management and budget. She also facilitated special projects for the CEO, supported investor relations efforts as well as coordinating meetings, correspondence, and schedules for the Senior Leadership Team.

Audrey also comes with 14 years of experience teaching elementary school prior to her role as an Executive Business Partner. She still currently manages a functional fitness gym where she can be seen leading classes at 5am. Audrey holds both a bachelor’s and master’s degree from Texas A&M University. During her spare time, Audrey enjoys spending time with family and friends, volunteering for the Houston Rodeo and Sky High for Kids, attending A&M events or relaxing by a body of water with a good book.

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