Tom Messer | Founder and CEO

Tom Messer built Bird Dog to close the gaps that hold back performance. He brought communication back to the rig. He built a system that connects geology and drilling without delay. And he made crew health, both mental and physical, a priority.

He started in MWD, working jobs where execution came down to minutes. He earned his reputation by solving problems under pressure and staying accountable when others stepped back. That mindset still drives how he operates.

He leads with precision. Tracks what matters. Fixes what slips. And builds teams that stay sharp and stay ready.

As CEO, Tom sets the pace for the company. He knows the names, watches the numbers, and protects the standard. If Bird Dog is on a rig, he is responsible for how it drills and how the crew walks away from it.