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Sunita Hydrocolloids Inc., USA (SHI), a Delaware corporation founded in 2013, is a subsidiary of Sunita Hydrocolloids Private Limited, India, established in 1982. SHI USA specializes in innovative oil field chemical technology, offering a wide range of quality stimulation chemicals, including guar-based gelling agents, cross linkers, clay stabilizers, defoamers, non-emulsifiers, and breakers, across North and South America.
In 2019, Sunita Logistics and Transportation was created to handle last-mile chemical deliveries to well-sites in the Permian Basin and Mid-Continent region, upholding the high standards our customers expect from Sunita Hydrocolloids.
With strategically positioned inventories, Sunita USA ensures rapid delivery of superior chemical solutions and services that exceed industry standards at competitive pricing.
Our team consists of industry leaders with extensive experience and deep expertise in oil field products, solutions, and technology. Their visionary leadership drives innovation, consistently pushing the boundaries of chemical technology to deliver advanced solutions. Their commitment to excellence and strategic foresight have significantly contributed to SHI’s robust presence in the market, ensuring the company remains at the forefront of the industry, setting new standards for quality and service.
Mohit started his career with Sunita Minechem Industries as an International Marketing Executive in 2006. Sunita Minechem Industries converted into Sunita Hydrocolloids Pvt. Ltd. (a JV partner of Weatherford Intl Ltd), where Mohit managed oil and gas business development as the Product Line Manager for Weatherford International from 2008-2010. In 2013, he accepted a role as the President of Sunita Hydrocolloids Inc. in Houston, TX developing a fully integrated business line in oil and gas chemicals expanding into the major US Basins that include the Permian (TX), Bakken (ND), and the Mid-Continent (OK).
During his career at Sunita, Mohit managed the construction of our new facility in Jodhpur, India, implemented process enhancements to increase production and managed multiple accounts directly related to the growth of Sunita in establishing backward integration. This multi-faceted skill set is uniquely suited for new business development in the United States. Mohit demonstrates leadership abilities, technical knowledge, a dedicated work ethic and the ability to work well with all levels in an organization. He has respect for the people he works with, courage to lead change and shows a soundness of moral character.
Dominic Affonso is Chief Financial Officer. Prior to taking on this role in December 2022, he was in Guyan as Chief Finance Officer of TOTALTEC a UK based company. Dominic was previously employed by respected oilfield companies such SLB, Shell Technology Ventures, OilServ, and Expro. He has filled positions such as Treasurer Western hemisphere, Global Tax Manager, Finance Director and GeoMarket Controller.
Years Experience: 4 years TOTALTEC, 5 years Expro, 2 years OilServ, 2 years Shell Technology Ventures – Kenda Capital, 24 years SLB
Danny Wilson worked for 32 years with Benchmark Performance Group in various sales roles that included Account manager, VP, Sr. VP and on the board of directors, which was acquired by SCF (Rockwater Energy Solutions) in 2011. He joined Sunita USA in September 2016 as Associate VP sales. He currently serves as the companies VP of sales, operations and logistics.
Danny started his career in the oilfield chemical business with BJ Hughes in Odessa, Texas as a warehouseman for their North America distribution Center in 1977. Over a four-year period, he moved into a chemical buyer’s role responsible for maintaining inventory for the North America pumping services business line. In 1981 he accepted a role as plant superintendent for Delta Solvents and Chemicals in Odessa where his responsibilities included inventory management, logistics, distribution, and a limited sales role. In 1984 he joined Benchmark Performance Group as a sales representative responsible for all sales that included the pressure pumping service companies in the Permian Basin. Danny was promoted to VP-sales in 1988 and transferred to Houston in 1989 when Benchmark was expanding and then promoted to Sr. VP-Sales in 2010.
Danny is a 36-year member of the SPE (Society of Petroleum Engineers) and has been a volunteer with the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo since 2011.
Farhan Siddiqui serves as Vice President of Research and Development since 2015; she is responsible for leading the Sunita organization in research and development of new products, product enhancements and product redesign. The company relies on her extensive experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals. Under her leadership, Sunita Hydrocolloids has achieved three patents.
Farhan started her career as a graduate intern from the University of Houston Department of Chemistry with the Shell Development Company in 1984 and served as a key member in different departments. Farhan joined Texaco Inc. in 1987 as a chemist to support and perform tests on their new microwave water cut monitor where she achieved five patents and presented papers to both SPE and ACS. In 1994, she joined Westport Technology center as a project manager where she managed and worked on several joint industry EOR projects. During her time with Westport, Farhan served as a SPE treasurer for reservoir study group. In 1997, Farhan joined Benchmark Research and Technology as a senior chemist and in 2001 was promoted to director of stimulation research, where for she continued her career for 18 years as she directed and managed the research operations department for oil field applications.
Richard has 25 years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry, progressing through diverse roles such as chemist, research scientist, research engineer, technical support manager, and currently serving as technology director at Sunita. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas, graduating in May 1998. Richard launched his career at BJ Services in Tomball, Texas, joining in October 1999 and continuing with the company through its acquisition by Baker Hughes.
Richard’s technical expertise spans a broad spectrum, encompassing Research & Development, Technical Support, Application Engineering, Product Development, Fracturing and Stimulation Fluids, Proppant Transport, and Completion Fluids. His achievements include the development of polymer and VES (Viscoelastic Surfactant) fracturing fluids, alongside extensive optimization work with crosslinked fracturing fluids, HVFRs, Friction Reducers, and VES gels. Notably, Richard holds 10 US patents, has authored/co-authored over 20 professional industry papers, and was honored with the World Oil Award for best EOR fluid.
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