Executive Team
For the past 30+ years, Curtis has passionately focused his extensive public service and private sector careers on Oil and Energy related transportation project development, capital project delivery and business development activities in the Pacific Northwest and the Mid‐Continent.
After nearly 20 years in the public sector, Curtis joined Red River Oilfield Services, Inc. in Williston, North Dakota as Vice President of Business Development in February of 2015 with a focus on the strategic development of Red River’s business portfolio. His primary responsibility was the growth and diversification of its transportation and logistics programs and assets supporting the Bakken Oilfield. Curtis went on to take the role of President of Red River Oilfield Services, managing the company during the strong economic headwinds of the market downturn that drove a focus on optimization, strategic partnerships and customer service initiatives.
Curtis helped to pioneer the Port of Vancouver USA’s Williston Field Office in Williston, North Dakota that created important economic development and supply chain connections between the International Ports of the Pacific Northwest and the energy and agriculture industries in North Dakota through such key initiatives as the “Advantaged Supply Chain” and the “Vancouver Energy Project”.
Curtis’ first job in the oil & gas industry was in the summer of 1982 where he took a position of “Roustabout” on Alaska’s North Slope.
Curtis and his family now live in Shelby, Montana.
Stacey Shuck has been managing projects with the Well Done Foundation since its inception in 2019.
Stacey is directly responsible for all regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions, in multiple states. She manages the Sundry Notice and Change of Operator processes as well as coordinating the Well Bonding and Financial Assurance programs.
She coordinates the surface reclamation activities, working closely with landowners to determine the scope and schedule of our work, arrange access, schedules service companies, materials suppliers and a long list of service providers required to deliver successful projects.
Stacey has recently begun leading an all-women’s team of field technicians for the Methane Measurement and Monitoring Division, partnering with Ventbuster™ Instruments, and has overseen the evaluation of hundreds of orphan wells across the United States.
Stacey manages the WDF Well Intel™ loT Platform that hosts all of the project data and project files.
Stacey has 20+ years of experience managing projects in the oil field and construction industries and is a valued member of the Well Done team.
For more information, please contact Stacey directly at:
Dave Tragethon brings more than four decades of experience in journalism, strategic communications, and public engagement to his role as Communications Director for the Well Done Foundation. Dave began his career in broadcasting, serving as a News Director for radio stations in Colorado, where he developed a strong foundation in clear, trustworthy communication and community-centered storytelling.
He later spent nearly 30 years as Vice President of Marketing & Communications at Mt. Hood Meadows, leading brand strategy, public information, media relations, and guest communications for one of the Pacific Northwest’s largest mountain recreation destinations. Through his consulting firm, Dave has supported nonprofits, associations, and outdoor-industry organizations in developing messaging that strengthens community wellness, safety, and environmental stewardship.
At the Well Done Foundation, Dave is responsible for shaping and overseeing the Foundation’s communications strategy, guiding media relations, coordinating with the WDF’s PR and social media partners, and ensuring consistent, mission-aligned messaging across all channels. He also serves as Executive Editor of the Foundation’s newsletter and manages storytelling initiatives that highlight local impact, land restoration, and community benefit.
Dave serves as Environment Chair for the Far West Ski Association and is a member of the National Ski Areas Association Growth Committee, where he has written for the NSAA Journal and presented at national industry conferences. He is also the author of Willow’s Second Chance, a children’s book inspired by the Well Done Foundation’s work plugging legacy orphaned wells and returning land to safe and productive use.
Outside of his professional life, Dave enjoys performing music, skiing, hiking, kayaking and spending time outdoors. He lives in Oregon with his wife and their four cats.
John McIsaac, principal of McIsaac Communications LLC, has 30+ years of experience in political communications strategy and media relations for entrepreneurs, emerging brands, sustainable industries, and nonpartisan political initiatives.
McIsaac has longstanding contacts with some of the most respected mainstream business, apparel, footwear, environmental, and design media in the nation, including the LA Times, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Bloomberg, VICE, Newsweek, Architectural Record, Fast Company, Entrepreneur, Forbes, Metropolis, Dwell, Sunset, Financial Times, NPR and MSNBC, among many others.
Before starting his own consultancy, McIsaac spent five years as director of communications for Columbia Forest Products, the nation’s largest ($1 billion+) producer of decorative hardwood plywood and one of the country’s highest-profile sustainable manufacturers. Currently he works with a diverse client base of entrepreneurs, educators, and manufacturers on both coasts of North America and in Europe.
For more information, please contact John directly at:
Bethany is a seasoned professional with 15 years of expertise in the accounting and finance realm. Her career spans across a diverse range of companies from multiple industries. From startups to well-established enterprises, she has not only managed financial matters but also implemented standard operating procedures tailored to each business’s unique needs.
Bethany is a specialist in forensic accounting, demonstrating a remarkable track record of uncovering substantial financial errors. Her keen eye and analytical skills have saved companies hundreds of thousands of dollars, solidifying her reputation as a meticulous and reliable financial expert.
Driven by a commitment to excellence, Bethany’s overarching goal is to craft impeccable financial records that align with the specific requirements of each company. Her approach goes beyond mere financial management; she strives to create an environment of proactivity, steering companies away from reactive measures.
Outside of the professional sphere, Bethany embraces life with a personal mission statement: “I want to live adventurously, be extraordinary, and inspire others along the way.” This character not only reflects her professional dedication but also underscores her commitment to living a purposeful and inspiring life.
Bethany’s journey in the world of finance is not just about numbers; it’s a testament to her passion for excellence, her commitment to uncovering financial truths, and her desire to inspire others to reach for the extraordinary.
Nichole’s career started in the aviation industry as an aircraft mechanic in the United States Air Force. After her military service, Nichole remained in aviation for over a decade before pivoting into oil and gas. Serving in different roles throughout her career, Nichole has experience in strategic development, program management, data and analytics, customer experience, innovation, learning and development and has received certifications in lean six sigma and design thinking. With a Myers Briggs personality type of ISTP, Nichole loves solving complex problems with practical solutions.
As the Vice President of Business Analytics, Nichole is responsible for the development and oversight of many of our operating programs and works closely with our project developers and partners.
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Scott Motter brings more than 50 years of experience in the oil and gas industry to the Well Done Foundation—and just about every bit of it shows up in the field.
Based out of WDF’s Northern Appalachian division, Scott serves as a Wildcatter and Qualified Measurement Specialist (QMS), helping identify, evaluate, and measure orphan wells before work begins. It’s detailed, disciplined work that ensures every project is grounded in real data.
Scott’s path to WDF includes 16 years with the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection as an Oil & Gas Field Inspector, where he was instrumental in helping WDF establish its early work in the state. He also spent time with Zefiro Methane, continuing his focus on emissions and field operations.
Today, that experience takes him well beyond Pennsylvania. Scott spends significant time in New Mexico, supporting emissions monitoring efforts in the Permian Basin—helping WDF understand which wells matter most and why.
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Josh is a Project Manager and Professional Geologist with over 20 years of experience in the environmental consulting, oil & gas, and utility construction industries. Josh has served cross functional teams of various sizes on environmental, oil & gas decommissioning, and gas transmission/pressure regulation utility rebuild projects. During that time, Josh’s roles included serving as a field geologist, environmental professional, construction manager, project manager, and health and safety liaison. For half of his career, josh has provided project management and specialized in the planning and execution of well plugging and abandonment (P&A) projects for conventional wells in the Appalachian Basin.
Micaela serves as Environmental Project Manager for the Well Done Foundation’s Deep Fork National Wildlife Refuge initiative, where she works closely with field crews, regulators, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to coordinate the planning and execution of complex orphan well plugging projects.
With a background in Environmental Science, Micaela focuses on ensuring projects are designed and carried out with minimal environmental disturbance while achieving permanent well closure. Her work bridges environmental stewardship with field operations, helping align engineering solutions with conservation priorities.
Micaela is passionate about protecting natural resources and values the collaboration required to safely restore land and waterways impacted by legacy wells.
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Rob Boyd brings more than 25 years of experience in Environmental Health and Safety across manufacturing, oilfield operations, and consulting. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Management and Health & Safety and a Master of Science in Industrial Management, both from Northeastern State University.
At the Well Done Foundation, Rob helps ensure that every project is executed with a strong commitment to safety, preparation, and operational discipline. Working closely with field crews and project teams, he supports the safety systems and procedures that protect both people and the environment while complex well plugging operations are underway.
Rob values the opportunity to contribute to work that improves environmental outcomes while keeping crews safe in the field.
Outside of work, Rob enjoys spending time with his wife, three children, and four grandchildren.
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Fil Galiza brings over 20 years of expertise in designing and building websites and web-based applications. A seasoned professional in search engine optimization, he excels at enhancing site traffic and online user experiences. Fil holds a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing and Agricultural Resource Management Economics (ARME) from Cornell University and has resided in Boston since 2010 with his wife and two children.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Fil enjoys traveling with his family, exploring diverse cultures and destinations. An avid hiker and mountaineer, he frequently ventures into challenging mountain ranges, whether in the local White and Green Mountains or abroad in Iceland and Norway.
Committed to environmental sustainability, Fil actively supports climate improvement causes. He has organized numerous community cleanups and advocates for methane reduction programs. Dedicated to eco-neutral living, he even offsets the carbon footprint of his flights.
Regional Teams
For the past 30+ years, Curtis has passionately focused his extensive public service and private sector careers on Oil and Energy related transportation project development, capital project delivery and business development activities in the Pacific Northwest and the Mid‐Continent.
After nearly 20 years in the public sector, Curtis joined Red River Oilfield Services, Inc. in Williston, North Dakota as Vice President of Business Development in February of 2015 with a focus on the strategic development of Red River’s business portfolio. His primary responsibility was the growth and diversification of its transportation and logistics programs and assets supporting the Bakken Oilfield. Curtis went on to take the role of President of Red River Oilfield Services, managing the company during the strong economic headwinds of the market downturn that drove a focus on optimization, strategic partnerships and customer service initiatives.
Curtis helped to pioneer the Port of Vancouver USA’s Williston Field Office in Williston, North Dakota that created important economic development and supply chain connections between the International Ports of the Pacific Northwest and the energy and agriculture industries in North Dakota through such key initiatives as the “Advantaged Supply Chain” and the “Vancouver Energy Project”.
Curtis’ first job in the oil & gas industry was in the summer of 1982 where he took a position of “Roustabout” on Alaska’s North Slope.
Curtis and his family now live in Shelby, Montana.
Stacey Shuck has been managing projects with the Well Done Foundation since its inception in 2019.
Stacey is directly responsible for all regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions, in multiple states. She manages the Sundry Notice and Change of Operator processes as well as coordinating the Well Bonding and Financial Assurance programs.
She coordinates the surface reclamation activities, working closely with landowners to determine the scope and schedule of our work, arrange access, schedules service companies, materials suppliers and a long list of service providers required to deliver successful projects.
Stacey has recently begun leading an all-women’s team of field technicians for the Methane Measurement and Monitoring Division, partnering with Ventbuster™ Instruments, and has overseen the evaluation of hundreds of orphan wells across the United States.
Stacey manages the WDF Well Intel™ loT Platform that hosts all of the project data and project files.
Stacey has 20+ years of experience managing projects in the oil field and construction industries and is a valued member of the Well Done team.
For more information, please contact Stacey directly at:
Dave Tragethon brings more than four decades of experience in journalism, strategic communications, and public engagement to his role as Communications Director for the Well Done Foundation. Dave began his career in broadcasting, serving as a News Director for radio stations in Colorado, where he developed a strong foundation in clear, trustworthy communication and community-centered storytelling.
He later spent nearly 30 years as Vice President of Marketing & Communications at Mt. Hood Meadows, leading brand strategy, public information, media relations, and guest communications for one of the Pacific Northwest’s largest mountain recreation destinations. Through his consulting firm, Dave has supported nonprofits, associations, and outdoor-industry organizations in developing messaging that strengthens community wellness, safety, and environmental stewardship.
At the Well Done Foundation, Dave is responsible for shaping and overseeing the Foundation’s communications strategy, guiding media relations, coordinating with the WDF’s PR and social media partners, and ensuring consistent, mission-aligned messaging across all channels. He also serves as Executive Editor of the Foundation’s newsletter and manages storytelling initiatives that highlight local impact, land restoration, and community benefit.
Dave serves as Environment Chair for the Far West Ski Association and is a member of the National Ski Areas Association Growth Committee, where he has written for the NSAA Journal and presented at national industry conferences. He is also the author of Willow’s Second Chance, a children’s book inspired by the Well Done Foundation’s work plugging legacy orphaned wells and returning land to safe and productive use.
Outside of his professional life, Dave enjoys performing music, skiing, hiking, kayaking and spending time outdoors. He lives in Oregon with his wife and their four cats.
John McIsaac, principal of McIsaac Communications LLC, has 30+ years of experience in political communications strategy and media relations for entrepreneurs, emerging brands, sustainable industries, and nonpartisan political initiatives.
McIsaac has longstanding contacts with some of the most respected mainstream business, apparel, footwear, environmental, and design media in the nation, including the LA Times, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Bloomberg, VICE, Newsweek, Architectural Record, Fast Company, Entrepreneur, Forbes, Metropolis, Dwell, Sunset, Financial Times, NPR and MSNBC, among many others.
Before starting his own consultancy, McIsaac spent five years as director of communications for Columbia Forest Products, the nation’s largest ($1 billion+) producer of decorative hardwood plywood and one of the country’s highest-profile sustainable manufacturers. Currently he works with a diverse client base of entrepreneurs, educators, and manufacturers on both coasts of North America and in Europe.
For more information, please contact John directly at:
Our Interns
Sebastian’s passion for addressing orphan wells began with the Youth Climate Initiative, where a conversation with his colleague Mateo opened his eyes to this critical issue. We’re proud to have worked with YCI previously and are excited to have Sebastian join our team to gain hands-on experience in the plugging process and tackle the unique challenges each project brings.
Beyond his work at WDF, Sebastian is a varsity soccer player and t-shirt designer in his free time, creating cool designs featuring his favorite athletes and musical artists. With aspirations to study Environmental Sciences at MIT or Duke, we know Sebastian will make a significant impact during his time with us.
Brand Ambassadors
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Our Mission: Addressing the Orphan Wells Crisis
The Well Done Foundation team is committed to tackling the environmental crisis caused by orphan wells. Our team consists of experts from numerous disciplines including plugging these abandoned oil and gas wells, reducing harmful methane emissions, and protecting our environment for future generations.
Why Plugging Orphan Wells Matters
Plugging orphan wells is crucial for environmental protection, public health, local ecology and combating climate change. These abandoned oil and gas wells can leak harmful pollutants, including methane—a potent greenhouse gas—into the atmosphere, contributing significantly to global warming. Additionally, they pose risks to groundwater, soil, and nearby ecosystems. By plugging these wells, we not only prevent further environmental damage but also reduce the potential hazards to communities living near these abandoned sites. The effort to plug orphan wells is a vital step toward a cleaner, safer future, addressing a legacy issue while promoting responsible energy practices.