Parsley Energy Updates Management Team Structure and Expands Management Team

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 5, 2017

Bryan Sheffield, the Company's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, said, "Parsley Energy has grown substantially since our initial public offering in 2014, and updating our management structure will facilitate ongoing growth and enable us to recognize, retain, and attract high-caliber employees who will continue to deliver compelling value for our stockholders."

"I am delighted to announce the promotions of Mark Brown to Vice President—Security and Risk Management, Kristin McClure to Vice President—Human Resources, and Mark Timmons to Vice President—Field Operations. Each of these individuals has demonstrated tremendous leadership in managing their respective departments, and each will play an integral role in the Company's future achievements," Sheffield said. "Finally, I would like to acknowledge Matt Gallagher's promotion to President and Chief Operating Officer. Matt has earned this recognition through his superior leadership as COO, and Parsley will surely benefit from his increased responsibilities as President."

Parsley's updated management team, effective January 5, 2017, is as follows:

Executive Officers

• Bryan Sheffield, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
• Matt Gallagher, President and Chief Operating Officer
• Ryan Dalton, Executive Vice President—Chief Financial Officer
• Colin Roberts, Executive Vice President—General Counsel

Senior Vice Presidents