Who We Are
ROAM AI was founded by a team of Energy professionals who walked away from corporate America to solve a problem they knew all too well. After decades of working inside large operators, we saw firsthand the limitations of legacy technology, gut-driven decision-making, and fragmented data. Frustrated by the industry's slow adoption of modern solutions, we set out to build something better.
We exist to bridge the gap between data and real-world decision-making. Our AI-driven platform maximizes uptime, optimizes production, increases revenue, and reduces operational costs by delivering actionable insights at scale. We don't just provide data—we turn data into decisions.
Our solutions analyze every phase of a well's lifecycle and integrate seamlessly with existing infrastructure, making it easier than ever to transition from reactive operations to real-time, data-driven, autonomous performance.
What Sets Us Apart
Built by Operators, for Operators
Our team has spent decades on the front lines of production. We've lived these challenges and designed Roam to solve them.
AI-Driven Optimization
Enhancing efficiency with ESP and Chemical Tank optimization, delivering 3%-7% improvement in production, and extending pump life by over 50%.
Actionable Insights, Not Just Data
We don't just collect data; we turn it into intelligence, empowering operators to act with confidence.
Seamless Integration
Roam works within your existing infrastructure, ensuring a frictionless transition to smarter operations.
Future-Ready Technology
Roam isn't just about optimization – it's a step toward autonomous energy solutions for the modern oilfield.
Deploy Secure, Autonomous Solutions at Scale
Roam delivers top-tier answers and empowers seamless, company-wide implementation of autonomous solutions.
Meet the Team
Brandon Brown
Co-Founder & CEO
Brandon Brown is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of ROAM AI, where he drives the company's vision, strategy, and growth in AI-driven artificial lift optimization. With over 20 years of experience in digital transformation, AI, and enterprise IT leadership, Brandon has built and led high-performing teams that deliver cutting-edge technology solutions to complex industry challenges. He believes that data is the foundation of modern decision-making and has dedicated his career to helping organizations transition from instinct-driven to data-driven operations, enabling them to unlock new efficiencies and competitive advantages. Brandon holds an MBA from Pepperdine University and serves on multiple nonprofit boards. His passion for innovation, combined with a deep understanding of operational challenges in the oil and gas sector, drives ROAM AI's mission to empower operators with automated solutions and AI-driven tools that optimize production, minimize downtime, and maximize revenue.
David Benham
Co-Founder & CPTO
David Benham is the Co-Founder and Chief Product and Technology Officer of ROAM AI, where he leads innovation, AI-driven product development, and enterprise technology strategy. With deep expertise in oil and gas operations, cloud architecture, and machine learning, David excels at bridging the gap between operational challenges and cutting-edge technology. His ability to translate real-world production issues into scalable, AI-driven solutions has delivered measurable value across the industry. A recognized expert in AI-based optimization and digital transformation, David holds a B.S. in Mathematics and has been a key driver in modernizing artificial lift through data and automation. His passion for solving complex problems with advanced technology plays a pivotal role in shaping ROAM AI’s mission to empower operators with smarter, more efficient decision-making tools.
Keith Johnson
Co-Founder & VP of Software Development
Keith Johnson, PhD, is the Co-Founder and Vice President of Software Development at ROAM AI. He heads the software development team at ROAM AI, where he is at the forefront of creating advanced AI and cloud-based solutions tailored for the energy industry. With a unique background that bridges neuroscience research and enterprise software development, Keith brings scientific rigor and practical innovation to complex industry challenges. His work integrates cutting-edge artificial intelligence with pragmatic software engineering to create robust, scalable solutions for complex technical challenges. At ROAM AI, he leads the development of autonomous optimization platforms and intelligent data systems that are setting new standards for operational excellence in energy production. Before co-founding ROAM AI, Keith spearheaded development efforts on multiple transformative digital initiatives that drove substantial revenue growth through AI-powered automation and optimization systems. He holds a PhD in Neuroscience from Washington University. As a scientist-turned-innovator, he drives ROAM AI's technical vision to develop intelligent systems that transform data into actionable insights, enabling operators to make smarter decisions.
Eric Smith
Co-Founder & VP of Edge Technologies
Eric Smith is the Co-Founder and Vice President of Edge Technologies at ROAM AI, leading the development of advanced automation and edge computing solutions to enhance real-time operational efficiency. He pioneered cloud-edge integrations that deliver AI capabilities to remote equipment across unreliable networks, creating resilient systems that maintain operational intelligence from field assets to cloud infrastructure while ensuring enterprise-grade security and scalability. His expertise spans embedded systems, cloud-native infrastructure, and disaster recovery. Eric has a proven track record in modernizing offshore and onshore field systems, ensuring high-availability infrastructure, and driving innovation in industrial automation.
Nate Stone
Co-Founder & COO
Nate Stone is the Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of ROAM AI, overseeing business operations, product delivery, and customer experience. With a background in engineering and a deep understanding of oil and gas operations, Nate ensures that ROAM AI develops solutions grounded in real-world industry needs. His experience in production, field operations, and technology-driven process improvement gives ROAM AI a critical advantage—building practical, operator-focused tools that drive measurable results. A former U.S. Army Ranger and West Point graduate, Nate brings a disciplined, execution-focused leadership style to the company. He also holds an MBA from MIT and has led teams across multiple industries, ensuring that complex operational challenges are met with effective, scalable solutions. His ability to align engineering principles with oilfield realities plays a key role in ROAM AI’s mission to modernize artificial lift and help operators maximize efficiency and production.
Partnerships
ROAM AI partners with SoftServe to design, build and operate cutting-edge AI solutions for autonomous control in the energy industry.
ROAM AI and Novus have partnered to deliver world-class consulting services in data governance, project management,education, and corporate culture, leveraging their combined expertise to drive innovative and impactful solutions for clients.
Our collaboration with AWS empowers ROAM AI to harness serverless infrastructure, deploy scalable solutions, and advanced AI capabilities, ensuring seamless integration and robust performance, revolutionizing the energy industry.
Join the Roam Revolution
ROAM AI isn't just a technology company – it's a movement. A movement to modernize, optimize, and redefine Energy operations for the digital age.