Burlington Resources Inc. has created an Office of the Chairman, which will include CEO Bobby S. Shackouls, CFO Steven J. Shapiro and COO Randy L. Limbacher. The Chairman’s office will be responsible for setting strategic direction and guiding the execution of the company’s goals to achieve both volumetric growth and sector-leading financial returns.

Limbacher remains responsible for all day-to-day production and exploration operations. Shapiro continues key responsibility for the company’s financial activities. Both also were elected to Burlington’s board of directors.

“The Office of the Chairman structure visibly aligns Burlington’s strong operations and financial expertise, while recognizing the significant contribution that Randy and Steve have made to our company’s success in recent years,” said Shackouls. “I welcome the collaboration and leadership of my colleagues as we move Burlington toward a bright future.”

Limbacher has served as executive vice president and chief operating officer since 2002. He joined Burlington in 1985 and served in positions of increasing responsibility throughout the company’s operating areas. Shapiro has served as executive vice president and CFO since 2002. He joined Burlington in 2000 after serving as CFO at Vastar Resources Inc. Previously, he spent 16 years with ARCO.

Also Wednesday, Burlington announced it had elected Barbara T. Alexander and James A. Runde to its board of directors. The board now consists of 15 members, with 12 independent members and three from Burlington.

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