Ehsan Bayat is a University of Houston alumnus and a seasoned energy executive with expertise in reservoir engineering, production optimization, asset evaluation, and acquisitions. As Executive Vice President at New Dawn Energy, he has led the acquisition of well over $300 million in oil and gas assets, specializing in subsurface analysis, artificial lift systems, regulatory compliance, and energy economics.
He also serves as Partner and COO at Mines Group, Board Member at Midland Basin Partners and Diamond Reclamation, and Advisory Board Member at Rice University. As a UH Petroleum Engineering Advisory Board Member, he helps align the curriculum with industry needs, mentors students, and fosters industry partnerships to support future energy leaders.