Danny Falligant

Danny Falligant

Author: collide. March 19, 2025 Duration: 57:10

From climbing the ranks at BP to betting on himself with Adaptive Edge, Danny Falligant has one hell of a story. He walked away from a cushy oil and gas career to shake things up in digital transformation, and now he’s redefining how land departments handle AI, document management, and data. Jeremy gets into the why and how of Danny’s big leap, the real challenges of running a tech startup while juggling family and travel, and why land groups deserve way more credit in the energy world. Plus, a look at where Adaptive Edge is headed, maybe even beyond oil and gas.

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00:00 - Danny Falligant
01:22 - Who is Danny Falligant
06:38 - Evolution of Lease Analyst Role
09:29 - Moving to Denver for BPX
10:52 - Relocating to Colorado
12:52 - Settling into Colorado
13:56 - Departure from BPX
17:40 - Founding Adaptive Edge
19:36 - Growth of Adaptive Edge
22:05 - Innovating Land Group Strategies
26:36 - Adaptive Edge Engagement Process
30:17 - Exploring the Scanning Space
35:45 - Returning to Big Companies?
42:30 - Advice for Young Professionals
45:16 - Building Confidence
46:40 - Future Vision for Adaptive Edge
51:08 - Ryan's Hobbies Outside Work
52:57 - Ryan's Favorite Restaurants
54:31 - Connecting with Danny
55:33 - Outro

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Jeremy Funk hosts What The Funk?, a podcast that moves past the standard industry headlines to find the human pulse of the oil and gas sector. This isn't about market forecasts or technical jargon, but the lived experiences of the people who make this complex world turn. Each conversation delves into personal journeys, the unexpected challenges faced on and off the rig, and the distinct personalities that shape this global industry. You'll hear from engineers, field operators, executives, and innovators as they share stories of problem-solving, career pivots, and the realities of working in a field that powers modern life. Produced by collide., these discussions explore the intersection of business and personal career paths in a way that's rarely highlighted. Tune in for candid, often surprising narratives that reveal the resilience, humor, and ambition driving one of the world's most critical industries. This podcast connects listeners to the voices behind the pipelines, offering a genuine look at the careers and characters defining energy today.
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