Member Spotlight: Sammy Graham, Cudd Energy Services
Name: Sammy Graham
Title: Executive Account Manager
Company: Cudd Energy Services
Who’s your favorite Oklahoman?
My family.
If you could eat one food the rest of your life, what would it be?
Steaks.
Mountains or beach?
Mountains.
Have you met anyone famous?
I have met lots of folks, but my first thought would be Eddie Chiles.
What’s your favorite drink?
A nice glass of Cabernet.
Favorite college team?
Arkansas. Go HOGS!!
In one sentence, what do you actually do all day in your job?
Some of my job descriptions would be developing relationships, gathering information, discussing pros/cons of projects, and satisfying our customers’ needs.
What was your first car?
I had a 1952 International pickup — wooden bed, three-speed standard — which I used to haul hay and help finance my college education.
What was your favorite TV show as a child?
“Rawhide.”
Name of your pet?
None.
If you could have dinner with one person, alive or dead, who would it be?
Image setting down for dinner and Moses is at the table!
What’s the number one item you would save from your burning house?
iPhone.
What is your favorite holiday?
Christmas.
Favorite band in junior high?
Chicago.
What is the best gift you have ever received?
My first Keurig coffee maker.
What was your first job?
In sixth grade, I delivered the daily Kansas City Star newspaper, starting at 5 a.m. via three large baskets to hold all newspapers, making $14/week.
What is the first thing you would do if you won the lottery?
Put money in the bank!
Last movie you saw at the theater?
“Avengers: Endgame.”
What’s your favorite app?
Stocks app.
What is your favorite thing about working in the oil and gas industry?
Many friendships developed over 46+ years and an industry that doesn’t give up.