Who is arsenal?

Institutional Governance Standards for Sustainable Growth

Arsenal Holdings maintains rigorous corporate governance practices through experienced leadership, independent board oversight, and transparent stakeholder communication.

Our Leadership Team

Board of Directors

Ryan Messer
Executive Director & COO
Ryan Messer brings over 20 years of energy sector leadership, having co-founded two successful companies including taking PRYME Energy public on ASX/OTCQX exchanges and drilling 240+ wells across multiple US basins. Since 2016, he has focused on sustainable technology projects and transitional energy initiatives, including datacenter infrastructure, waste-to-fuels conversion, and asset monetization strategies.
Jordan Mandel
Chairman
Mr. Mandel brings extensive leadership experience and strategic oversight from his work with family offices and innovative financial platforms. His appointment underscores the company’s commitment to disciplined governance and forward-looking growth.
Lana Tufo
IR & Marketing Director
A seasoned brand strategist and communications expert with a background spanning television, public relations, and real estate investment. She specializes in crafting compelling narratives and brand positioning that drive investor confidence, market visibility, and business growth across diverse industries and global platforms.
Charles Holloway
Non-Executive Director
Charles Holloway brings extensive energy sector leadership from ExxonMobil, BP Castrol, and Chevron, including managing the historic Exxon-Mobil merger and leading BP's multi-billion dollar US distributor network consolidation across seven acquired brands. Currently CEO of American Premium Petroleum and owner of Holloway Family Homes, he combines his Civil Engineering degrees with proven expertise in M&A integration, network optimization, and entrepreneurial ventures.
Erik Monsen
Non-Executive Director
a Harvard Business School executive program graduate, founded and led the Aall Group's international financial services expansion across the Cayman Islands and Japan before successfully exiting to Wilhelmsen Maritime Services. He currently operates the Aall family office, managing diversified investments in shipping, private equity, and real estate while serving on multiple boards including ITA Bank and Trust.
Lenny Moskowitz
Non-Executive Director
Lenny Moskowitz brings a unique blend of academic insight and business acumen to the board. He holds a BA from the University of Rhode Island (1973) and an MSW in Human Behavior from Washington University (1975). As President of Avon Electrical Supplies, Lenny led the company through 1998, culminating in its successful sale to WESCO International.

Executive Officers

Ryan Messer
COO
Ryan Messer brings over 20 years of energy sector leadership, having co-founded two successful companies including taking PRYME Energy public on ASX/OTCQX exchanges and drilling 240+ wells across multiple US basins. Since 2016, he has focused on sustainable technology projects and transitional energy initiatives, including datacenter infrastructure, waste-to-fuels conversion, and asset monetization strategies.

Arsenal Capital Partners

Todd Bass
CEO
Mr. Bass brings extensive expertise in legal, financial, and M&A strategy, including advisory roles with family offices, private companies, and institutional investors. His background in succession planning, estate strategy, and complex financial structures positions him to lead Arsenal’s next phase of growth.
Russell Houle
President
A seasoned business strategist with deep experience in operational efficiency, tax strategy, and organizational scaling. His leadership track record spans over two decades, including roles at Best Financial Partners and multiple private ventures.
Ian Lahde
CMO
A financial strategist with a strong background in tax mitigation, estate planning, and legacy structuring for high-net-worth individuals. Mr. Lahde previously served in key engineering and logistics roles at Lockheed Martin and most recently led the advanced markets division at Best Financial Partners.

Blackrock Midstream Officers

Ryan Hubbart
Senior Oil Purchaser
Ryan brings a strong analytical approach to business, using deep insights into numbers to craft strategies that drive growth and success. As a former hockey player and natural team leader, he fosters a workplace culture grounded in purpose, authenticity, and collaboration, believing that freedom and fun are key to unlocking extraordinary results.
Randall Eddington
Managing Partner
a University of Oklahoma Business graduate with a focus in Economics and GIS, and a former University of Tulsa football player, where he was part of a Conference USA and Liberty Bowl championship team. With a background in oil and gas, he has held regional leadership roles, served on industry advisory councils, and spent the past seven years specializing in crude oil purchasing and building long-term producer relationships.

Our Leadership Team

Ryan Messer
COO / Executive Director
Ryan Messer brings over 20 years of energy sector leadership, having co-founded two successful companies including taking PRYME Energy public on ASX/OTCQX exchanges and drilling 240+ wells across multiple US basins. Since 2016, he has focused on sustainable technology projects and transitional energy initiatives, including datacenter infrastructure, waste-to-fuels conversion, and asset monetization strategies.
Lana Tufo
IR & Marketing Director
A seasoned brand strategist and communications expert with a background spanning television, public relations, and real estate investment. She specializes in crafting compelling narratives and brand positioning that drive investor confidence, market visibility, and business growth across diverse industries and global platforms.

Arsenal Capital Partners

Todd Bass
CEO
Mr. Bass brings extensive expertise in legal, financial, and M&A strategy, including advisory roles with family offices, private companies, and institutional investors. His background in succession planning, estate strategy, and complex financial structures positions him to lead Arsenal’s next phase of growth.
Russell Houle
President
A seasoned business strategist with deep experience in operational efficiency, tax strategy, and organizational scaling. His leadership track record spans over two decades, including roles at Best Financial Partners and multiple private ventures.
Ian Lahde
CMO
A financial strategist with a strong background in tax mitigation, estate planning, and legacy structuring for high-net-worth individuals. Mr. Lahde previously served in key engineering and logistics roles at Lockheed Martin and most recently led the advanced markets division at Best Financial Partners.

Board of Directors

Jordan Mandel
Chairman
Mr. Mandel brings extensive leadership experience and strategic oversight from his work with family offices and innovative financial platforms. His appointment underscores the company’s commitment to disciplined governance and forward-looking growth.
Charles Holloway
Non-Executive Director
Charles Holloway brings energy sector leadership from ExxonMobil, BP Castrol, and Chevron, where he managed the Exxon-Mobil merger and led BP’s multi-billion-dollar U.S. distributor network consolidation. Now CEO of American Premium Petroleum and owner of Holloway Family Homes, he blends Civil Engineering expertise with a track record in M&A, network optimization, and entrepreneurship.
Erik Monsen
Non-Executive Director
a Harvard Business School executive program graduate, founded and led the Aall Group's international financial services expansion across the Cayman Islands and Japan before successfully exiting to Wilhelmsen Maritime Services. He currently operates the Aall family office, managing diversified investments in shipping, private equity, and real estate while serving on multiple boards including ITA Bank and Trust.
Lenny Moskowitz
Non-Executive Director
Lenny Moskowitz brings a unique blend of academic insight and business acumen to the board. He holds a BA from the University of Rhode Island (1973) and an MSW in Human Behavior from Washington University (1975). As President of Avon Electrical Supplies, Lenny led the company through 1998, culminating in its successful sale to WESCO International.

Blackrock Midstream Directors

Ryan Hubbart
Senior Oil Purchaser
Ryan brings a strong analytical approach to business, using deep insights into numbers to craft strategies that drive growth and success. As a former hockey player and natural team leader, he fosters a workplace culture grounded in purpose, authenticity, and collaboration, believing that freedom and fun are key to unlocking extraordinary results.
Randall Eddington
Managing Partner
Randall, a University of Oklahoma Business graduate with a focus in Economics and GIS and former University of Tulsa football player, contributed to a Conference USA and Liberty Bowl championship team. He brings oil and gas experience spanning regional leadership roles, industry advisory councils, and the past seven years dedicated to crude oil purchasing and cultivating long-term producer relationships.
Investor Relations
ir@arsenalholdingscorp.com
Socials
Financials
Newsroom
Who is Arsenal?