I know there is a lot to digest here so if you have any questions, please submit them to HR@permianres.com and we can address in future updates.
Finally, we want to reiterate our appreciation of the work that you do to make Permian Resources the company that it is today. Execution has continued at a very high level so far and that is critical to our success going forward.
Keep up the good work!
– James & Will
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