THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS – June 25, 2025 – Arena Energy, LLC (“Arena”), a leading independent oil and gas exploration company focused on the Gulf of America Shelf is proud to announce that Gail Maniscalco, Senior Landman, has been elected to serve as the President of the Professional Landman’s Association of New Orleans (PLANO) for the 2025-2026 term.

Gail Maniscalco brings many years of experience in land management and energy operations to this prestigious role. Her leadership, dedication, and expertise have been instrumental in advancing Arena Energy’s mission to responsibly develop oil and gas resources in the Gulf of America. As PLANO President, Gail will guide the organization in fostering professional development, networking, and advocacy for landmen in the New Orleans region.

“We are thrilled to see Gail take on this leadership role with PLANO,” said Mike Vallejo, President and CFO at Arena Energy. “Her commitment to excellence and deep industry knowledge make her the perfect fit to lead PLANO into the future.”

Gail’s election reflects her outstanding contributions to the industry and her commitment to supporting the professional growth of her peers. Arena congratulates Gail on this well-deserved honor and looks forward to her continued impact in the energy sector and the PLANO community.

About Arena Energy LLC

Arena Energy, LLC was founded in 1999 on the belief that mature producing areas of the Gulf of Mexico Shelf still held vast potential – and that with the right technology, talented oil and gas finders could unlock these drilling opportunities. Today, that vision has been realized many times over. Since its founding, Arena has grown into one the largest private offshore oil and natural gas companies, having invested more than $4.5 billion of capital in the Gulf of Mexico, paid $1.5 billion in royalties to the federal government, and decommissioned over three hundred wells and forty-five platforms and other structures. Arena takes pride in safely and responsibly producing the energy that powers the United States and the world. 

About PLANO

The Professional Landman’s Association of New Orleans (PLANO) is a professional organization dedicated to promoting the landman profession through education, networking, and advocacy within the energy industry.

Contact Information:
Kevin Bruce 
Vice President – Government Affairs 
kbruce@arenaoffshore.com 
281-210-0536