Your Mechanical Flushing
and Purging Partner

Russell V. Buras, CEO, has been at PurgeRite since its inception in 2008 as a co-founder. He is responsible for setting the strategic vision and implementing growth programs to drive PurgeRite to be the industry leader in flushing and purging. He brings several decades of corporate experience in the telecommunications service industry as well as many years in entrepreneurial startups and company growth. He holds a BS in EET from Texas A&M University.

“For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many.” — Mark 10:45

Denise Tait, CFO, joined PurgeRite in July 2024. In her role, she leads accounting, financial reporting, budget oversight, financial planning and analysis and serves as a strategic partner for the CEO and management team.

Denise has over 20 years of extensive experience in analytical and corporate finance as well as accounting across various industries in international and domestic markets. Her expertise spans diverse and fast-paced transactions, focusing on driving operational efficiencies, strategic planning, detailed analysis and ensuring compliance. Denise started her career in public accounting with PwC. She graduated with honors from the University of Houston and is a Certified Public Accountant.

“Be the change you want to see in the world.” — Mahatma Gandhi

Casey Skelton, Sr. Vice President, joined PurgeRite in April 2009. Within his role, Casey oversees all aspects of corporate operations, engineering, and geographical expansion of the company.

Before joining PurgeRite, Casey began his working career at the age of 14, changing oil and ultimately managing a location before setting off for the Army at the age of 18. Casey joined PurgeRite in 2009, starting as a field technician and working his way up. His journey within the company is a prime example of the opportunities that PurgeRite has to offer. Like many other senior members of this team, Casey’s time here has shown that contributions from individual employees are paramount to the growth and success of PurgeRite.

"When bad men combine, the good must associate; else they will fall, one by one, an unpitied sacrifice in a contemptible struggle." — Edmund Burke

Lance Dove, VP of Operations, moved to Texas in 2016 and started with PurgeRite in 2017. In his current role, he oversees multiple areas of the company including project management, personnel, assets and safety, and project implementation. Lance has filled multiple roles with PurgeRite, which include Field Technician, Senior Technician, Assistant Ops Manager, and Operations Manager. 

Starting at the age of 16, Lance’s work in the automotive, electrical, and manufacturing industry has given him mechanical aptitude, as well as experience in customer service and marketing.

Of the many joys in his life, the few things that Lance truly enjoys the most are family, Ohio State football, and helping individuals grow as they begin their careers with PurgeRite.

"The greatest leader is not necessarily the one who does the greatest things. He is the one who gets the people to do the greatest things." — Ronald Reagan

Jessica Manning, Financial Controller, joined PurgeRite in February 2014. She oversees all accounting operations, including billing, A/R, A/P, GL, counsel, cost and inventory accounting, revenue recognition, internal financial records, and payroll.

With a rich history spanning nearly three decades in the finance industry, she has established herself as a trusted and proficient financial controller. Her extensive experience encompasses various facets of financial management, from strategic planning to risk mitigation, contributing to the sustained success and growth of organizations across diverse sectors. Throughout her career, she has successfully navigated various financial landscapes, steering companies toward fiscal stability and growth.  

“The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps.” — Proverbs 16:9

Tyler Russo, HR Director, joined PurgeRite in April 2024. In her role, she oversees all aspects of Human Resources, including recruitment, talent and performance management, organizational enhancement, benefits administration, and compensation analysis.

Before joining PurgeRite, Tyler accumulated experience in corporate learning and development, as well as communications, within the Oil and Gas industry. She started her career as a business analyst focusing on safety programs and implementation and quickly ascended to the role of Global Manager of Training and Competency. Over the past decade, Tyler has navigated through various roles in Organizational Development, Investor Relations, and Human Resources.

Tyler is an alumna of Texas State University, where she pursued a degree in Public Relations, complemented by a minor in Psychology.

“When we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better too.” — Paulo Coelho

Ray Elizondo, Divisional Manager of Industrial Services, provides a complete range of services for customers in the petrochemical, refining, power, construction, and tank terminal sectors of our industry.

He is an operational specialist with over 30 years of experience in the industrial services market sector. Ray has held numerous positions in the industry and helped numerous businesses achieve their goals in operations leading to new growth and the development of new technology and services to meet customers’ expectations. 

His prior responsibilities focused on the reduction of waste, manual tank cleaning, robotic tank cleaning, bulk material removal and processing, vacuum truck technology, chemical cleaning, automated high-pressure water jetting, hydro excavation, mechanical services, pipeline pigging and cleaning, just to name a few.

Ray is dedicated to providing customers with the safest and highest quality industrial services. He is known for his commitment to building and implementing long-term relationships with customers.

“Promises made; Promises kept.”

George Land, VP of Engineering, has over 30 years of experience leading world-class engineering organizations at premier industrial manufacturers. He started his engineering career designing hydraulic rock drills with Ingersoll Rand and served as VP of Engineering at Club Car, where he was instrumental in driving growth through innovation. Over the past 14 years, George held esteemed engineering and business leadership positions in the HVAC industry at Trane and Honeywell.

George holds nine patents, an MS degree in Engineering Mechanics from Virginia Tech, and a BS degree in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A&M, where he is active on the Mechanical Engineering Industry Advisory Council. He and his wife, Rebecca, enjoy attending Aggie sporting events, hiking, and traveling in their free time.

“There’s a way to do it better…find it!” — Thomas A. Edison

Jonathan Collins, Supervisor of Sales and Estimation, is a valued member of the PurgeRite team, starting in 2020 as our first dedicated Sales and Estimation professional. With over 10 years of industry experience, Jonathan has a proven track record of success in the oil and gas sector, where he started as an Engineering Designer before transitioning into technical sales. At PurgeRite, he focuses on providing accurate flushing proposals, nurturing client connections, discovering new opportunities, and overseeing a team of Sales Estimators capable of taking PurgeRite to new heights. 

Jonathan attended several colleges, including the University of Houston, on his education journey. As an Associate of Science, Jonathan’s curiosity and eagerness to learn continues to open new doors in his career at PurgeRite. 

Outside of work, Jonathan enjoys training for triathlons, studying metaphysics, and traveling with his wife.

"The best way to predict the future is to create it." — Peter Drucker