Oil States announces CEO transition, Hajdik to succeed Taylor in May
(WO) - Oil States International will transition leadership in May, with President and CEO Cindy Taylor set to retire and CFO Lloyd Hajdik named as her successor.
Hajdik will assume the CEO role effective May 1, 2026, and join the company’s board. Taylor will remain in a consulting role through Oct. 31, 2026 to support the transition.
“On behalf of the Board, I want to thank Cindy for her leadership and lasting impact on Oil States,” said Chairman Robert L. Potter, noting her role in guiding the company through multiple industry cycles.
Taylor, who has spent more than 25 years with the company, said she leaves Oil States “in a good place, with a clean balance sheet, little to no debt, record backlog, strong technology and a highly focused leadership team.”
Hajdik, who has served as CFO since 2016, has played a key role in shaping company strategy, particularly around capital discipline and operational performance. “I am honored to succeed Cindy,” he said, adding that he will focus on building on the company’s existing foundation and driving continued growth.
As part of the transition, Matthew Autenrieth will step into the role of executive vice president, CFO and treasurer, overseeing financial operations and strategy.
The planned succession underscores Oil States’ focus on leadership continuity as the company navigates evolving upstream activity and market conditions.
