Meet the Team

Karma Newberry has spent most of the past 25 years working closely in or around the oil, gas, and pipeline industry. In 2000, she founded Wasatch Pipeline Supply and served as the President and Owner but always strived for something more. After the 2010 deadly gas line explosions, Karma saw a need to create a new company that provided a safe and cost-effective way to expose underground utilities. In 2012, Karma founded Discovery Hydrovac and has led the business to become a trusted provider in the industry.

With over 20 years of experience in the oil, gas, and pipeline industry, Stacia brings a wealth of industry knowledge to the Discovery team. Growing up with both parents working for pipeline companies and eventually opening their own, she views the industry as family and tries to foster that same feeling within Discovery. Stacia has worked her way up in the industry over the years from working in the field as a welder’s helper,supply delivery person, accounting and IT employee, and is now leading the company as VP of Discovery Hydrovac. When she is not working, Stacia enjoys traveling, attending live concerts and sporting events, and checking out the foodie scene of whatever city she finds herself in for work or play.

Brad Orton brings 20+ years of accounting and finance experience to the Discovery Hydrovac team and to his role as financial controller. He received a Bachelors in Finance and Economics minor from San Jose State University, and a Masters in Business Administration from Utah State University. Before coming to Discovery Hydrovac, he worked at various small to mid-sized businesses and led them through great financial growth and multiple acquisitions. In his downtime, Brad enjoys golfing and skiing. He believes one of the best things about Discovery Hydrovac is how all the employees work together to provide a great experience for each customer.

Jeni Isbell has been in the oil and gas industry for 13 years. For seven of those, she has been a dedicated employee of Discovery Hydrovac and has led the SUE team through extensive growth as a Project Manager. Jeni also manages the Operator Qualifications (OQ’s) for Discovery, holds an impressive Project Management Professional certificate, and is a certified evaluator for Veriforce and ITS.

Brian’s experience managing multi-million dollar construction and industrial projects across California has made him a vital part of the Discovery Hydrovac family. His background in construction management and sales has influenced his competitive yet fair approach to any business dealing. With 20 years of experience in the industry under his belt, Brian prides himself on trying to learn every aspect of the business, bringing unity to the workplace, and being the best manager he can be. Outside of work, Brian enjoys spending time with his wife and three children, who he loves with all his heart.

Michael brings more than 20 years of experience in the oil, gas, and utility industries to the Discovery Hydrovac family. Holding a CDL license and being a certified CDL instructor has helped Michael relate to his operators and their needs while on the job. His previous experience as an operations manager and managing his own construction business have been immensely helpful for his role at Discovery. Outside of the office, Michael enjoys woodworking, the outdoors, and spending time with his family. He’s proud to be a part of the Discovery family and help it grow as a national company.