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Energy is your business. Understanding it is ours.

The energy industry moves quickly, and every decision carries weight. Whether you’re producing, transporting, processing, or expanding, Cornerstone knows how your business operates.

From reserves to recapitalizations

No two energy transactions look alike. Each comes with its own assets, risks, and capital needs. At Cornerstone, we take time to get to know the business behind the transaction and stay attuned to an industry that never sits still.

Reserve-based financing

Development of oil and natural gas reserves, operated, non-operated and minerals

Property acquisition financing

Acquisition of oil and natural gas properties

Corporate finance

Mergers, consolidations, and recapitalizations

Midstream financing

Acquisition, expansion, and improvements

Syndicated credit facilities

Large transactions with multiple lenders

Credit commitments

Commitments ranging from $5 million to $40 million

Energy deals that power business

A lot happens between the first conversation and closing a deal. Our energy team stays involved each step of the way, helping clients navigate the details and keep things moving.

$30,000,000

Senior Secured Term Loan

Sole Lender

Acquisition Financing

2025

$30,000,000

Senior Secured Revolving Credit Facility
$25,000,000 Cornerstone Commitment

Participant

Expansion Financing
Midstream – Gathering & Processing

2025

$5,000,000

Senior Secured Revolving Credit Facility

Sole Lender

General Partner Level Financing
Energy GP/LP Investment Management

2025

$95,000,000

Senior Secured Revolving Credit Facility
$30,000,000 Cornerstone Commitment

Participant

Acquisition & Development Financing
Upstream Oil & Gas

2026

$25,000,000

Senior Secured Revolving Credit Facility

Sole Lender

Acquisition Financing
Upstream Oil & Gas

2026

Where industry knowledge runs deep

The right lending partner offers a unique perspective shaped by decades spent partnering with energy companies. When you work with our team, you can expect a skilled banker who’s seen and done it all, from acquisitions and expansions to infrastructure investments and other complex transactions.

Chris Parada

Chris Parada

Senior Vice President and Managing Director - Energy Banking

In his career spanning nearly 30 years, Chris has held energy finance origination roles, including leadership of a team which grew a portfolio to $1.5+ billion in transactions. He has also served in a business development role with an alternative investment fund, providing structured capital solutions to upstream oil and gas companies.

Chris believes that we’re called to use our God-given talents to positively impact others in all areas.

Tom Stelmar

Tom Stelmar

Managing Director – Energy Finance

Tom has more than 30 years of experience in energy finance, with a background that includes upstream and midstream lending, portfolio management, financial analysis, and leading energy banking teams. He works with clients across the country and has led transactions ranging from $50 million to $250 million.

Tom values long-term relationships and takes time to understand each client’s business and goals.

Elizabeth Johnson

Elizabeth Johnson

Senior Portfolio Manager, Energy Finance

Elizabeth brings more than 25 years in commercial banking, specializing in energy finance, portfolio management, credit underwriting, and risk management, with responsibility for portfolios exceeding $6 billion. She partners with clients to understand their businesses and strategic objectives, developing thoughtful financing solutions tailored to each relationship.

A former collegiate athlete, Elizabeth brings the same discipline, determination, and unwavering commitment to excellence to her career.

A banking relationship that doesn't end at financing

Beyond financing, fluctuating cash flow, multiple operating entities, and high-value equipment all call for banking that keeps pace. Cornerstone offers treasury management and commercial banking services to help you protect assets and stay ready for what's next.

Treasury management

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