Who does the Kansas Independent Oil Gas Association represent?

The association represents independent oil and gas producers operating in Kansas. Members include exploration and production companies, landowners with mineral interests, and service providers supporting the petroleum industry across the state.

What policy issues does the association address?

The organization advocates on regulations affecting drilling and production operations, tax policies impacting profitability, environmental compliance requirements, and infrastructure development supporting industry. Engagement focuses on state-level policy and regulatory matters.

How long has the association operated?

Founded in 1937, the organization has represented Kansas independent oil and gas producers for over 85 years. This longevity reflects sustained importance of petroleum sector to state economy and ongoing need for collective industry advocacy.

What services do members receive?

Members access networking opportunities, industry information, policy updates, professional development, and collective advocacy representation. The association convenes producers for information sharing and coordinates positions on regulatory and legislative matters affecting Kansas operations.

Kansas Independent Oil & Gas Association

Topeka, KS · Founded 1937

Trade association representing independent oil and gas producers

Primary audience

Industry Members

Work area

State Advocacy

Topic

Industry Promotion

Contact

Ed Cross

Website Contact

About Organization

Based in Topeka, KS, Represents the interests of independent oil and gas producers in Kansas through advocacy, education, and member services. The association works to promote sound energy policies, environmental stewardship, and economic vitality of the independent petroleum industry, supporting member companies who explore for and produce oil and natural gas resources throughout the state.

What They Focus On

Industry Advocacy

Represents independent producer interests engaging state policymakers on regulations, taxation, and legislation affecting operations

Market Development

Works to improve market conditions for Kansas oil and gas production through policy and infrastructure advocacy

Member Support

Provides networking, information sharing, and professional development connecting independent producers across state

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$1.1M

+13.4% vs 2023

Expenses (2024)

$932K

+13% vs 2023

Assets (2024)

$2.2M

+3% vs 2023

Employees (2024)

+50% vs 2023

Year	Revenue	Expenses	Assets	Employees
2024	$1,086,911	$931,976	$2,231,630	3
2023	$958,517	$824,987	$2,166,129	2
2022	$925,679	$761,505	$1,766,687	3
2020	$608,879	$459,663	$1,368,232	4
2019	$926,556	$898,128	$1,285,653	4
2018	$783,029	$877,783	$1,106,614	3

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

01

Policy Monitoring

Tracks legislative and regulatory developments affecting Kansas oil and gas industry operations
02

Member Engagement

Convenes independent producers for networking, information sharing, and collective advocacy coordination
03

Advocacy Action

Represents industry interests engaging policymakers on regulations, taxation, and operational issues
04

Industry Promotion

Educates public about petroleum sector economic contributions and operational practices across Kansas

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Kansas Independent Oil & Gas Association

Industry Advocacy

Represents member interests engaging policymakers on regulations, taxation, and legislation affecting Kansas oil and gas operations

Market Improvements

Works to enhance market conditions for Kansas oil and gas production through policy and infrastructure advocacy

Member Services

Provides networking, information sharing, and professional development opportunities connecting independent producers statewide

Public Education

Educates Kansans about petroleum industry economic contributions, operations, and safety through communications and outreach

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Kansas Independent Oil & Gas Association.

Contact the team Contact

Somerlyn Cothran

General Administration

Jennifer Samford

Membership & Events

Ann Cook

Membership & Events

Hannah Pope

Communications

Jason Watkins

Lobbyist

Jessica Lucas

Lobbyist

Ed Cross

President

Full-time

Charles B Wilson

Vice Chairman

1 hrs/week

Chris McGown

Vice Chairman

1 hrs/week

Dana Wreath

Chairman

5 hrs/week

Raul Brito

Vice Chairman

1 hrs/week

Timothy D Hellman

Vice Chairman

1 hrs/week

Milestones

1937

Association Founded

1937

Established to represent independent oil and gas producers advocating for industry welfare in Kansas

1939

Federal Recognition

1939

Received tax-exempt status recognizing role in promoting industry welfare and market improvements

2010s

Membership Growth

2010s

Expanded member base representing producers across Kansas during period of industry technology advancement

2024

Asset Milestone

2024

Operates with $1.1 million revenue and $2.2 million in assets employing 3 staff serving members statewide

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

Aaron Young Director 1.00 hrs/week

Adam Beren Director 1.00 hrs/week

Adam Petz Director 1.00 hrs/week

Austin Mai Director 1.00 hrs/week

Barry Hill Director 1.00 hrs/week

Brian T Gaudreau Director 1.00 hrs/week

Chase Lybbert Director 1.00 hrs/week

Chris Toy Director 1.00 hrs/week

Colin Marsh Director 1.00 hrs/week

Daniel F Schippers Secretary 1.00 hrs/week

David Powell Director 1.00 hrs/week

Dylan Klaus Director 1.00 hrs/week

Ed Nemnich Director 1.00 hrs/week

Jeff Bloomer Treasurer 10.00 hrs/week

Jennifer Mull Director 1.00 hrs/week

John L Francis Director 1.00 hrs/week

John O Farmer IV Director 1.00 hrs/week

K Todd Allam Director 1.00 hrs/week

Kyle Nemnich Director 1.00 hrs/week

Leon Rodak Director 1.00 hrs/week

Margery Nagel Director 1.00 hrs/week

Mark Evenson Director 1.00 hrs/week

Mark R Galyon Director 1.00 hrs/week

Michael A Pisciotte Director 1.00 hrs/week

Michael Harms Director 1.00 hrs/week

Michael J Reilly Director 1.00 hrs/week

Michael W Dixon Director 1.00 hrs/week

Mike Campbell Director 1.00 hrs/week

Mitch Caddell Director 1.00 hrs/week

Nicholas D Hess Director 1.00 hrs/week

Paul Simpson Director 1.00 hrs/week

Richard J Koll Director 1.00 hrs/week

Robert B McGrath Director 1.00 hrs/week

Ryan J Schweizer Director 1.00 hrs/week

Sean MacLaskey Director 1.00 hrs/week

Steve M Dillard Director 1.00 hrs/week

Todd Flott Director 1.00 hrs/week

Tyler Turner Director 1.00 hrs/week

Will Boone Director 1.00 hrs/week

Will Darrah Director 1.00 hrs/week

Will Murfin Director 1.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2024)

$39K

Highest Paid

$39K

Ed Cross

Compensated Officers

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Ed Cross	President	$0	$39,380	$39,380	40

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Ed Cross	President	$184,937	$15,063	$200,000	40

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Ed Cross	President	$170,584	$14,416	$185,000	40

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Ed Cross	President	$161,917	$22,915	$184,832	40
Ed Cross	President	$161,917	$22,915	$184,832	40

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Cross Ed	President	$183,931	$27,068	$210,999	40

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

Contact

Get in touch with Kansas Independent Oil & Gas Association

Email

[email protected]

Phone

(785) 232-7772

Social

Visit Website

800 SW Jackson Street 1400 Topeka, KS 66612

Kansas Independent Oil & Gas Association

What They Focus On

Financial Information

How They Work

Policy Monitoring

Member Engagement

Advocacy Action

Industry Promotion

Programs and Initiatives

Industry Advocacy

Market Improvements

Member Services

Public Education

Team & Leadership

Somerlyn Cothran

Jennifer Samford

Ann Cook

Hannah Pope

Jason Watkins

Jessica Lucas

Ed Cross

Charles B Wilson

Chris McGown

Dana Wreath

Raul Brito

Timothy D Hellman

Milestones

Association Founded

Federal Recognition

Membership Growth

Asset Milestone

Associated People

Board of Directors

Executive Compensation

Related Organizations

Tax-Exempt Affiliates

Contact

Email

Phone

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