I trained as a Petroleum Engineer (MSc) and worked with Shell International, Glencore plc and other Oil & Gas Companies for more than 25 years all over the world, in Asia, Europe, Africa and the Middle East. Throughout my career, I progressed through all levels of management, and during my most recent roles worked as a senior executive as COO.

I initially followed a path of more than 15 years of technical/project management, then worked 4 years in contracting/procurement and Business Development before occupying executive roles as General Manager, Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer. I speak English, French, German and Dutch fluently.

My core strengths are:

• Highly analytical mind – management of complex problems and project/operations management
• Developing business/company strategy and creating an execution program
• Strong interpersonal skills and excellent communicator
• Understanding of African, Middle Eastern and Far Eastern cultural, political and societal environments
• Design and implement company/departmental change management programs
• General management and finance management skills (company specific, P&L, setting budgets, country/region)
• Working across multiple organisations (matrix, region, local) of different countries/nationalities
• Coaching and developing young/local staff
• Senior government engagements and Stakeholder Management Planning

For more information, please contact [email protected] referencing N171207.