A Thank You to Chip Berthelot

Words will never fully capture the impact Chip Berthelot has had on Laser and on all of us who’ve had the privilege to work alongside him. As Chip passes the torch into his next chapter, we’ll do our best to honor what he’s built — not just the assets and strategy, but the standard of excellence, integrity, and leadership he set every day.

Chip poured into his team in a way that is rare. He demanded excellence, set a high bar, and pushed all of us to be better operators, better leaders, and better teammates. At the same time, he balanced that intensity with genuine care for the people around him. His love for the midstream business was obvious, but even more evident was his commitment to the people doing the work.

Chip is, without question, one of the most creative deal-makers in our industry—a true midstream genius. When challenges came up (and they always do in midstream), he had a rare ability to cut through complexity, see the path forward, and bring people together around solutions. He consistently put the team above himself, creating an environment where others could grow, take ownership, and succeed.

We are deeply grateful for his leadership, his guidance, and most of all, his friendship. He has been a mentor to many of us, and the impact of his influence will continue to shape Laser for years to come.

As he passes the torch, we know we have big shoes to fill. Thankfully, we also know that Chip will never be far away — and that he’s still on speed dial when we need a sounding board or a steady perspective.

Chip, thank you for everything you’ve given to this team and to this company. We wish you the very best in this next chapter and hope you enjoy every moment of the well-deserved time ahead.

With gratitude,

Jay, Mandy, and The Laser Midstream Team