"Knowledge, creativing, integrity, PkN's motto says it all." - satisfied (and impressed) client

"We knew very little about pipelines. The team you assembled to help us negotiate our operating agreement with the pipeline operator was impressive and made a big difference."- gas production company president.

"A lot of consultants know the theories, you and your people brought the real world perspective we needed." - refined products pipeline operating manager

"John was on site quickly and knew exactly what we needed to look for. Thanks very much." - vice president of business development

About

We use our pipeline knowledge gained from years of experience and research and our independent status to

  • educate clients about the industry,
  • develop business solutions,
  • and provide unbiased, expert advice.

Management

PkD is managed by Tom Miesner who is widely recognized as a pipeline expert. Tom gained this expertise during a twenty five year career with Conoco Pipe Line Company. There he held multiple engineering, operations, joint venture, and business development positions. Tom also held executive positions, serving five years as Vice President and six years as President of the company. While serving as chairman of the Association of Oil Pipelines Tom was instrumental in developing and leading implementation of industry wide initiatives to improve industry performance and public perception. Tom has worked extensively with FERC in areas of liquid pipeline rate matters, served on the faculty of Northwestern University’s Transportation Institute, and presented on a variety of topics at industry conferences. Tom personally provides many of PkD's services and teaches most of the classes.

Strategic Partners and Associates

Collaboration produces superior results and PkD frequently assembles teams comprised of strategic partners and associates as needed for larger projects or those which would benefit from particular expertise. Strategic partners are firms where the principals are in full time practices. Associates are individuals with long careers and deep experience in the pipeline or related industries who do not want to work full time but are happy to share their knowledge as needed. The links page has a listing of strategic partners and their web sites. Current associates are listed below. Click here to request more complete information regarding any of the associates.

Associates

Ben Cooper - Ben has extensive legislative experience and served as Executive Director of the Association of Oil Pipelines for 10 years prior to retiring in 2007. Ben provides insight into the legislative and regulatory process and has extensive connections to help facilitate projects.

Dave Griffith - Formerly with Conoco Phillips, Dave has refining and business development expertise. He deals with process questions and is often asked to provide independent opinions regarding potential acquisitions or business arrangements involving refineries.

John Neimeyer - Formerly with Shell Pipeline, John held oil pipeline engineering, maintenance, operations, and regulatory compliance expertise positions. He frequently manages projects of short duration or assists with due diligence.

Steve Vitale - Formerly with KeySpan, Steve is an LNG expert. He has distribution and LNG experience and regularly teaches LNG plant operations classes. He is also involved with new LNG facility design and start up.

To inquire about becoming an associate or strategic partner please click here.