Natural Resources >> CEO Interviews >> March 5, 2012

National Oilwell Varco – Merrill A. Miller Jr.

MERRILL A. MILLER JR. is Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of National Oilwell Varco, and has been a Director of the company since May 2001. He served as Chairman of the board since July 22, 2005, and previously served as Chairman from May 2002 through March 11, 2005. He served as the company's Chief Operating Officer from November 2000 through March 11, 2005. He has served as President since November 2000 and as Chief Executive Officer since May 2001. He has served in various senior executive positions with National Oilwell since February 1996. Profile
TWST: Would you begin with a brief historical sketch of the company and a picture of the things you are doing at the present time?

Mr. Miller: The company dates to the mid-1800s. The Oil Well Supply