LONDON, ENGLAND, November 24, 2011 /24-7PressRelease/ -- KADIR PETROLEUM, PLC, with headquarters in London, United Kingdom, announced today the appointment of W. Thomas (Tom) Golden of Hot Springs, Arkansas as the company's Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Golden who is a retired United States Government Intelligence Officer, will be responsible for financial controls and reporting, as well as taking a lead role in strategic planning and the execution of Kadir Petroleum's aggressive growth strategy.
Tom brings a wealth of expertise to Kadir Petroleum from a distinguished career in the United States Government having served over 30 years in numerous high-level management positions within the intelligence community. After retirement from federal service, Tom has served as a consultant to various agencies in the U.S. Government. "We are delighted to have Tom join our team during this period of tremendous growth for our company," said Sean Kadir, CEO of Kadir Petroleum in London.
Most recently, Mr. Golden served as President and CEO of Data Research International and President and CEO of Voice Biometrics, Inc., where he directed all finance, systems and administrative functions, including strategic planning, integration, accounting and asset management. Mr. Golden also serves as President of Golden Phoenix Productions, Inc., a media corporation that produces documentary films and television programs.
"With implementation of the growth strategy well underway, I am excited about joining the team at Kadir Petroleum," said Mr. Golden. "The petroleum industry is in the midst of tremendous change and worldwide growth and I look forward to playing a part in executing Kadir Petroleum's vision for the future."
About Kadir Petroleum PLC
KADIR PETROLEUM PLC is engaged in oil field exploration, development, production and global sales of crude oil and natural gas; and through strategic partnerships and alliances with leading oil and gas companies throughout the world.
As an ardent supporter of peace, stability, democracy and economic development, Kadir Petroleum is committed to driving progress and prosperity, and helping improve the standard of living in in the countries we operate and serve. Additionally, our worldwide humanitarian efforts include contributing to carefully identified charitable projects and partnering with non-profit organizations with programs that provide assistance and support to communities of people whose lives are disadvantaged and human development suppressed by poverty, disasters and crisis.
Kadir Petroleum is an advocate of safe and environmentally-friendly operations. We believe that oil and gas produced under clean, safe and healthy standards while conserving natural resources and leaving our planet with minimal footprint is our corporate responsibility and is essential to the success and longevity of our company. We research and employ effective management of occupational, pollution and waste hazards within our operations to meet and surpass the industry's standard requirements.
Website: http://www.kadirpetroleum.com
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