Borets US Names Obren Lekic As CEO

Borets, a global leader in the engineering, manufacturing, sales and service of electric submersible pump (ESP) systems, has named Obren Lekic as CEO of Borets U.S., located in Houston.

With more than 20 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, Lekic will lead the executive team by spearheading strategic market growth through new product development, implementing strategic sales and marketing tactics and leading regular assessments of existing and potential sales channels and products.

Lekic joined Borets as a privately held company in 2005, where he served as the deputy general director for business development and marketing. He was responsible for working alongside shareholders, executive and senior management staff to expand the Russian company into the international market. Lekic went on to serve as the vice president of the eastern hemisphere, Borets International FZE, where he continued to assist senior executives with securing major business contracts throughout the international expansion. And, prior to his newest leadership position, Lekic served as vice president of business development focusing on U.S. growth opportunities.

“I am honored to lead Borets U.S. into a rebounding oil and gas market,” said Lekic. “Bringing artificial lift expertise, our innovative new technology and unsurpassed manufacturing capabilities to help our U.S.-based customers produce more, remains our priority.”

Lekic received a degree in mining engineering from the University of Leeds, UK, and a master’s degree in business administration from Colorado State University at Fort Collins, Colo., U.S. He is an active member of the Society of Petroleum Engineers.

About Borets
Borets is the global leader in artificial lift engineering, manufacturing, sales and servicing of electric submersible pump systems. Founded in 1897, the company’s key product lines include electric submersible pumps; progressive cavity pumping systems; surface horizontal pumping systems; and permanent magnetic motors. With headquarters in Moscow, and U.S. operations in Houston, the company has more than 9,000 employees worldwide and operates in more than 24 countries, providing exceptional equipment and services to international oil companies. Borets is committed to the highest quality standards, and this commitment is confirmed by ISO 9000, 14000, OHSAS 18000 and API Specification Q1 certifications. For more information, visit www.borets.com.