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Synergy Taps New VP of Land & Development

Synergy Resources Corporation has employed Ronald K. Morgenstern as Vice President of Land & Business Development.
Mr. Morgenstern has over 30 years of experience involving all phases of land and management of lease assets in various basins in the Rocky Mountains including the Williston, Powder River and DJ basins. For the past 11 years Ron has been the Senior Landman for Bill Barrett Corporation, a Denver based oil and gas company, with significant operations in the DJ Basin. Ed Holloway, President and CEO of Synergy, commented, "The hiring of Ron Morgenstern is another significant step in Synergy's growth as we continue to expand our lease position in the DJ Basin and broaden the company's overall portfolio. Ron's experience will also be very valuable to Synergy as we commence the…
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