Richard K. Sell

SulphCo, Inc. engages in the development and commercialization of an oxidative desulfurization process for crude oil products, crude oils and condensate streams. It is engaged in the business of developing and commercializing its patented and proprietary Sonocracking technology. The Sonocracking technology is based upon the novel use of high power ultrasonics-the application of high energy, high frequency sound waves-in conjunction with catalyst and oxidant regimes to alter the molecular structure of crude oil fractions, crude and natural gas condensates, and crude oil. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Houston, TX.

El Paso Marketing LP (El Paso Merchant Energy) provides wholesale trading of natural gas, crude oil, electricity and other commodities. It also markets asset-based commodities. The firm also sells the unit's petroleum refining, coal mining, chemical production and LNG transportation operations. The company is headquartered in Houston, TX.