CEO & Director Strategic Change

• Jan 2010 - Present

Acquence Solutions Inc. is a boutique consulting firm with global reach. We've been a trusted advisor to Fortune 500 and Inc. 5000 companies. These have included leading organizations across the private, public and social sectors for the past 13 years in more than 20 countries on five continents. We are passionate about building our client's capabilities and leadership skills. Our diverse global expertise and knowledge gives us natural powers in culture and organizational alignment.… Show more Acquence Solutions Inc. is a boutique consulting firm with global reach. We've been a trusted advisor to Fortune 500 and Inc. 5000 companies. These have included leading organizations across the private, public and social sectors for the past 13 years in more than 20 countries on five continents. We are passionate about building our client's capabilities and leadership skills. Our diverse global expertise and knowledge gives us natural powers in culture and organizational alignment. Our business acumen is enhanced by a solid foundation in science and formal Ivy League education and training in behavioural design. We equip you with the knowledge and tools to achieve organizational alignment and realize your vision.

Podcast Host - Beyond...

• Mar 2022 - Present

Beyond... is about sustainable change and meaningful impact! We invite trailblazers, scientists, entrepreneurs and innovators to the show for inspiring perspectives on a meaningful and sustainable way forward. Listen to our podcast episodes on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!

Founder

• Jan 2010 - Dec 2011

I was then in my mid-thirties; I had just successfully delivered an amalgamation project but having to execute layoffs set me on a different journey. All I wanted to do was help build strong organizations that could withstand change. So, my focus shifted to servant leadership. Founding my consulting business was always in the cards. At that time (2010), I had been in Vancouver for only three years, but I had already established a good business network. North America was the third time… Show more I was then in my mid-thirties; I had just successfully delivered an amalgamation project but having to execute layoffs set me on a different journey. All I wanted to do was help build strong organizations that could withstand change. So, my focus shifted to servant leadership. Founding my consulting business was always in the cards. At that time (2010), I had been in Vancouver for only three years, but I had already established a good business network. North America was the third time having to reinvent/expand my network in a new continent. I was pleasantly surprised when I landed my first clients: CHC Helicopters, LifeScan Canada and Paraxel International.

OYA Partner & Director Transformational Corporate Retreats

• Jul 2023 - Present

My partnership with OYA is about taking teams, leadership offsites, and board retreats to another level. OYA offers access to exclusive eco-resorts with highly innovative wellness services in the Dominican Republic, New York, and Virginia. We will soon open Greece, Mongolia and Rwanda locations to our clients. An excellent opportunity to deliver transformational retreats in sustainable luxury settings My partnership with OYA is about taking teams, leadership offsites, and board retreats to another level. OYA offers access to exclusive eco-resorts with highly innovative wellness services in the Dominican Republic, New York, and Virginia. We will soon open Greece, Mongolia and Rwanda locations to our clients. An excellent opportunity to deliver transformational retreats in sustainable luxury settings

Co-founder and Board Member

• Jan 2023 - Present

Kako Earth is about preserving indigenous rights but also about the Siekopai, a minority ancestral people in Ecuador, with a culture and wisdom rooted in the Amazon Rainforest and their ancestral land. If their territory disappears, they will disappear. We founded Kako Earth to protect indigenous nations, preserve their knowledge of Amazonian plants and healing, their way of life and ancestral cultures, and ensure the transmission of their unique traditional knowledge from the elders… Show more Kako Earth is about preserving indigenous rights but also about the Siekopai, a minority ancestral people in Ecuador, with a culture and wisdom rooted in the Amazon Rainforest and their ancestral land. If their territory disappears, they will disappear. We founded Kako Earth to protect indigenous nations, preserve their knowledge of Amazonian plants and healing, their way of life and ancestral cultures, and ensure the transmission of their unique traditional knowledge from the elders to the younger generations. The founders have been living in the jungle with the Siekopai for several years to develop paths to wealth while preserving their beautiful culture, ensuring prosperity, and preventing extinction. Show less Kako Earth is about preserving indigenous rights but also about the Siekopai, a minority ancestral people in Ecuador, with a culture and wisdom rooted in the Amazon Rainforest and their ancestral land. If their territory disappears, they will disappear. We founded Kako Earth to protect indigenous nations, preserve their knowledge of Amazonian plants and healing, their way of life and ancestral cultures, and ensure the transmission of their unique traditional knowledge from the elders… Show more Kako Earth is about preserving indigenous rights but also about the Siekopai, a minority ancestral people in Ecuador, with a culture and wisdom rooted in the Amazon Rainforest and their ancestral land. If their territory disappears, they will disappear. We founded Kako Earth to protect indigenous nations, preserve their knowledge of Amazonian plants and healing, their way of life and ancestral cultures, and ensure the transmission of their unique traditional knowledge from the elders to the younger generations. The founders have been living in the jungle with the Siekopai for several years to develop paths to wealth while preserving their beautiful culture, ensuring prosperity, and preventing extinction. Show less

Member of the Board of Advisors

• Dec 2022 - Present

We connect biological families by strengthening bond and remembrance through website and mobile app connection, making it easier for adopted children to learn about their biological roots through continuous observations from a safe distance. We connect biological families by strengthening bond and remembrance through website and mobile app connection, making it easier for adopted children to learn about their biological roots through continuous observations from a safe distance.

Member Harvard Business Review Advisory Council

• Jan 2021 - Present

Practice Leader, Business Transformation - Western Canada

• May 2012 - Dec 2018

Grant Thornton LLP is an audit, tax, and advisory services firm with a global presence in 135 countries. Leading the business transformation practice as part of advisory services in Vancouver, I had the pleasure to collaborate with great professionals across Canada and the US. My focus was on Small and Midsize Businesses (SMB), leveraging my Fortune 500 experience to help boards and senior executives improve their organization's governance practices, risk profiles, navigating… Show more Grant Thornton LLP is an audit, tax, and advisory services firm with a global presence in 135 countries. Leading the business transformation practice as part of advisory services in Vancouver, I had the pleasure to collaborate with great professionals across Canada and the US. My focus was on Small and Midsize Businesses (SMB), leveraging my Fortune 500 experience to help boards and senior executives improve their organization's governance practices, risk profiles, navigating change, and executing their strategic goals. During my tenure at Grant Thornton, I had a significant portfolio of clients and managed on average 15-20 engagements at any given time (length: 6 months to 5 years, value: $50k to $20M). The exposure to so many different clients, industries, and organizations equipped me with valuable knowledge and the confidence to shift to my current niche—organizational strategy. Achievements include: •Developed Grant Thornton’s approach to business transformation, achieving increased focus on organizational strategy, people, and alignment •Developed Grant Thornton's approach to system selection •Coached many team members and 20+ recruits including Associates, Senior Associates, and Managers on several frameworks and methodologies •Led many business transformation engagements for the private and the public sectors •Led many internal audit and performance assessment assignments, including the contribution to a three-year project for the Auditor General for Local Government (BC) •Led various Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 and NI52-109 certification projects in the US, UK, and Latin America Show less Grant Thornton LLP is an audit, tax, and advisory services firm with a global presence in 135 countries. Leading the business transformation practice as part of advisory services in Vancouver, I had the pleasure to collaborate with great professionals across Canada and the US. My focus was on Small and Midsize Businesses (SMB), leveraging my Fortune 500 experience to help boards and senior executives improve their organization's governance practices, risk profiles, navigating… Show more Grant Thornton LLP is an audit, tax, and advisory services firm with a global presence in 135 countries. Leading the business transformation practice as part of advisory services in Vancouver, I had the pleasure to collaborate with great professionals across Canada and the US. My focus was on Small and Midsize Businesses (SMB), leveraging my Fortune 500 experience to help boards and senior executives improve their organization's governance practices, risk profiles, navigating change, and executing their strategic goals. During my tenure at Grant Thornton, I had a significant portfolio of clients and managed on average 15-20 engagements at any given time (length: 6 months to 5 years, value: $50k to $20M). The exposure to so many different clients, industries, and organizations equipped me with valuable knowledge and the confidence to shift to my current niche—organizational strategy. Achievements include: •Developed Grant Thornton’s approach to business transformation, achieving increased focus on organizational strategy, people, and alignment •Developed Grant Thornton's approach to system selection •Coached many team members and 20+ recruits including Associates, Senior Associates, and Managers on several frameworks and methodologies •Led many business transformation engagements for the private and the public sectors •Led many internal audit and performance assessment assignments, including the contribution to a three-year project for the Auditor General for Local Government (BC) •Led various Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 and NI52-109 certification projects in the US, UK, and Latin America Show less

Manager Finance and Administration

• Sep 2008 - Mar 2010

Symcor is one of Canada's leading financial processing services providers, supporting major banks and retail and telecommunications companies in Canada. (5000 employees, 16 companies, and $1.04 US billion in sales) I joined one year after the launch of Symmetry Document Services Inc. (SDSI), a wholly-owned subsidiary, to help execute a turnaround, and target Small and Medium-Sized Financial Institutions to create a new revenue stream for the parent company. After successfully… Show more Symcor is one of Canada's leading financial processing services providers, supporting major banks and retail and telecommunications companies in Canada. (5000 employees, 16 companies, and $1.04 US billion in sales) I joined one year after the launch of Symmetry Document Services Inc. (SDSI), a wholly-owned subsidiary, to help execute a turnaround, and target Small and Medium-Sized Financial Institutions to create a new revenue stream for the parent company. After successfully upgrading the ERP, designing decision-making reports, and having access to six months of accurate data (context: manufacturing and complex inventory valuation), my review of the SDSI business plan led to a decision to amalgamate with the parent company. I led the amalgamation project at the subsidiary level and wrapped the project ahead of schedule. Unfortunately, the amalgamation led to layoffs. After this painful experience, I focused even more on business transformation. I founded my consulting business in January 2010 to help build stronger organizations that can withstand change. I worked at SDSI from September 2008 to November 2009 and was employed directly by Symcor Inc. from December 2009 to March 2010 to ensure a successful transition and integration. Show less Symcor is one of Canada's leading financial processing services providers, supporting major banks and retail and telecommunications companies in Canada. (5000 employees, 16 companies, and $1.04 US billion in sales) I joined one year after the launch of Symmetry Document Services Inc. (SDSI), a wholly-owned subsidiary, to help execute a turnaround, and target Small and Medium-Sized Financial Institutions to create a new revenue stream for the parent company. After successfully… Show more Symcor is one of Canada's leading financial processing services providers, supporting major banks and retail and telecommunications companies in Canada. (5000 employees, 16 companies, and $1.04 US billion in sales) I joined one year after the launch of Symmetry Document Services Inc. (SDSI), a wholly-owned subsidiary, to help execute a turnaround, and target Small and Medium-Sized Financial Institutions to create a new revenue stream for the parent company. After successfully upgrading the ERP, designing decision-making reports, and having access to six months of accurate data (context: manufacturing and complex inventory valuation), my review of the SDSI business plan led to a decision to amalgamate with the parent company. I led the amalgamation project at the subsidiary level and wrapped the project ahead of schedule. Unfortunately, the amalgamation led to layoffs. After this painful experience, I focused even more on business transformation. I founded my consulting business in January 2010 to help build stronger organizations that can withstand change. I worked at SDSI from September 2008 to November 2009 and was employed directly by Symcor Inc. from December 2009 to March 2010 to ensure a successful transition and integration. Show less

Corporate Controller & Corporate Secretary

• Aug 2007 - Sep 2008

EnerGulf Resources Inc. (ENG-TSX.V) is a publicly-traded international oil and gas exploration company based in Houston with headquarters in Vancouver, BC, and subsidiaries in Namibia and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The CFO hired me for my oil and gas and global Fortune 500 background, including experience dealing with African government agencies. Achievements include: •Quarterly Financial Statements and the Management Discussion and Analysis preparation (my first… Show more EnerGulf Resources Inc. (ENG-TSX.V) is a publicly-traded international oil and gas exploration company based in Houston with headquarters in Vancouver, BC, and subsidiaries in Namibia and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The CFO hired me for my oil and gas and global Fortune 500 background, including experience dealing with African government agencies. Achievements include: •Quarterly Financial Statements and the Management Discussion and Analysis preparation (my first exposure to the Canadian GAAP) •Options valuation applying the Black-Sholes Model •Private placements management $8.8M •Authorization for expenditures (AFEs) management - a $120M offshore drilling project in Namibia led by ExxonMobil •Establishment of a new subsidiary in Congo (EnerGulf Congo SARL), including communications with the local authorities By August 2008, I agreed to be involved part-time (corporate secretary) until the end of the economic downturn. I was Corporate Controller from August 2007 to September 2008 and Corporate Secretary from August 2008 to June 2016 (part-time assignment). Show less EnerGulf Resources Inc. (ENG-TSX.V) is a publicly-traded international oil and gas exploration company based in Houston with headquarters in Vancouver, BC, and subsidiaries in Namibia and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The CFO hired me for my oil and gas and global Fortune 500 background, including experience dealing with African government agencies. Achievements include: •Quarterly Financial Statements and the Management Discussion and Analysis preparation (my first… Show more EnerGulf Resources Inc. (ENG-TSX.V) is a publicly-traded international oil and gas exploration company based in Houston with headquarters in Vancouver, BC, and subsidiaries in Namibia and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The CFO hired me for my oil and gas and global Fortune 500 background, including experience dealing with African government agencies. Achievements include: •Quarterly Financial Statements and the Management Discussion and Analysis preparation (my first exposure to the Canadian GAAP) •Options valuation applying the Black-Sholes Model •Private placements management $8.8M •Authorization for expenditures (AFEs) management - a $120M offshore drilling project in Namibia led by ExxonMobil •Establishment of a new subsidiary in Congo (EnerGulf Congo SARL), including communications with the local authorities By August 2008, I agreed to be involved part-time (corporate secretary) until the end of the economic downturn. I was Corporate Controller from August 2007 to September 2008 and Corporate Secretary from August 2008 to June 2016 (part-time assignment). Show less

Consultant (Temporary Assignment)

• Mar 2007 - Jul 2007

I landed in Vancouver on January 17th, 2007. As part of the skilled worker program, a government-funded program, I had access to a case manager. I attended a two-week workshop in downtown Vancouver with nine other newcomers, skilled immigrants. After making a couple of cold calls, I connected with Robert Half Accounting and Finance, and shortly after, I was selected for a six-month temporary assignment. By March 5th, I was helping one of their clients with their investment valuation… Show more I landed in Vancouver on January 17th, 2007. As part of the skilled worker program, a government-funded program, I had access to a case manager. I attended a two-week workshop in downtown Vancouver with nine other newcomers, skilled immigrants. After making a couple of cold calls, I connected with Robert Half Accounting and Finance, and shortly after, I was selected for a six-month temporary assignment. By March 5th, I was helping one of their clients with their investment valuation requirements. The client was on the 9th floor of the Harbour Center, which made networking in downtown Vancouver easier for me. By the end of this contract, I had secured two references, a must-have when you are new to the professional world in North America. Show less I landed in Vancouver on January 17th, 2007. As part of the skilled worker program, a government-funded program, I had access to a case manager. I attended a two-week workshop in downtown Vancouver with nine other newcomers, skilled immigrants. After making a couple of cold calls, I connected with Robert Half Accounting and Finance, and shortly after, I was selected for a six-month temporary assignment. By March 5th, I was helping one of their clients with their investment valuation… Show more I landed in Vancouver on January 17th, 2007. As part of the skilled worker program, a government-funded program, I had access to a case manager. I attended a two-week workshop in downtown Vancouver with nine other newcomers, skilled immigrants. After making a couple of cold calls, I connected with Robert Half Accounting and Finance, and shortly after, I was selected for a six-month temporary assignment. By March 5th, I was helping one of their clients with their investment valuation requirements. The client was on the 9th floor of the Harbour Center, which made networking in downtown Vancouver easier for me. By the end of this contract, I had secured two references, a must-have when you are new to the professional world in North America. Show less

Joint Venture Lead (Establishment of JetAir Sahara Ltd. a ground handling services company)

• Mar 2003 - Dec 2006

Jetair is a privately held business travel management company based in London Gatwick. Jetair provides charter flights, medical evacuations, and freight management services to oil and gas companies in Africa and Europe. This was a significant transition for me. I shifted from rotation jobs with the global Fortune 500 to a 9-5 position in London Gatwick to build a joint venture for a privately held, medium-sized, yet very dynamic organization. I was hired to establish JetAir… Show more Jetair is a privately held business travel management company based in London Gatwick. Jetair provides charter flights, medical evacuations, and freight management services to oil and gas companies in Africa and Europe. This was a significant transition for me. I shifted from rotation jobs with the global Fortune 500 to a 9-5 position in London Gatwick to build a joint venture for a privately held, medium-sized, yet very dynamic organization. I was hired to establish JetAir Sahara, Ltd., a ground handling Services Company and support Oil and Gas companies in Africa (North Africa & West Africa). The CEO valued my experience with the global Fortune 500 Oil and Gas companies. Foreign investments in Africa require connections, mediation, and the ability to build trust and facilitate communications with local authorities to overcome red tape and barriers to entry. Achievements include: •Business plan design, including required research and analysis to justify a substantial investment •Governance structure design and implementation •Culture and organizational alignment •Strategic advice to reduce the risk associated with charter aviation permits •Fiscal and legal counsel to manage barriers to entry •Established good relations with foreign government agencies in Europe and Africa (Civil Aviation, Central Banks, Department of Energy, Department of Transport) I was also interim Finance Manager for one year. I was required to travel to Algeria Oil Stations, Malabo in Equatorial Guinea, and Palma de Mallorca in Spain. By mid-2006, I had decided to move to Canada as I had qualified for the skilled worker program in 2003. I was then on my way to exploring another continent and region: North America. Show less Jetair is a privately held business travel management company based in London Gatwick. Jetair provides charter flights, medical evacuations, and freight management services to oil and gas companies in Africa and Europe. This was a significant transition for me. I shifted from rotation jobs with the global Fortune 500 to a 9-5 position in London Gatwick to build a joint venture for a privately held, medium-sized, yet very dynamic organization. I was hired to establish JetAir… Show more Jetair is a privately held business travel management company based in London Gatwick. Jetair provides charter flights, medical evacuations, and freight management services to oil and gas companies in Africa and Europe. This was a significant transition for me. I shifted from rotation jobs with the global Fortune 500 to a 9-5 position in London Gatwick to build a joint venture for a privately held, medium-sized, yet very dynamic organization. I was hired to establish JetAir Sahara, Ltd., a ground handling Services Company and support Oil and Gas companies in Africa (North Africa & West Africa). The CEO valued my experience with the global Fortune 500 Oil and Gas companies. Foreign investments in Africa require connections, mediation, and the ability to build trust and facilitate communications with local authorities to overcome red tape and barriers to entry. Achievements include: •Business plan design, including required research and analysis to justify a substantial investment •Governance structure design and implementation •Culture and organizational alignment •Strategic advice to reduce the risk associated with charter aviation permits •Fiscal and legal counsel to manage barriers to entry •Established good relations with foreign government agencies in Europe and Africa (Civil Aviation, Central Banks, Department of Energy, Department of Transport) I was also interim Finance Manager for one year. I was required to travel to Algeria Oil Stations, Malabo in Equatorial Guinea, and Palma de Mallorca in Spain. By mid-2006, I had decided to move to Canada as I had qualified for the skilled worker program in 2003. I was then on my way to exploring another continent and region: North America. Show less

Management Accountant (Well Services - Solutions) and Interco. Country Contact

• Apr 2001 - Dec 2003

Schlumberger Limited is an oilfield service and equipment company. Employees represent more than 140 nationalities working in more than 120 countries. A Global Fortune 500 company, ranked 382 in 2020 and also listed in Forbes Global 2000. I was then Management Accountant for Well Services, one of ten product lines/divisions within the North African Geo market (NAG). After the first six months, I assisted the NAG Controller in Paris, France, with the NAG financial statements… Show more Schlumberger Limited is an oilfield service and equipment company. Employees represent more than 140 nationalities working in more than 120 countries. A Global Fortune 500 company, ranked 382 in 2020 and also listed in Forbes Global 2000. I was then Management Accountant for Well Services, one of ten product lines/divisions within the North African Geo market (NAG). After the first six months, I assisted the NAG Controller in Paris, France, with the NAG financial statements consolidation; I was then Solutions Management Accountant. This involved consolidating legal books following the French Accounting Standards, the fiscal books to comply with local tax requirements, and the management books following US GAAP. It was a very complex undertaking but a great experience. After a year, I was intercompany contact to reconcile intercompany disputed accounts - Context: 120 countries. In 2001, Schlumberger acquired the IT consultancy company Sema plc for $5.2 billion to develop and modernize its systems worldwide. I was then fortunate to be part of the Lawson ERP project implementation, a worldwide initiative, and was the inventory champion. A deep understanding of operations and inventory valuation requirements was a must. The successful collaboration with operations, including world-renowned experts, was critical to the success of the project. My work led to a thorough review of the usage and storage of chemicals and the customization of the inventory module. Acquiring Sema didn't pay off and resulted in significant layoffs. The divestiture of Sema was completed in 2003 for $1.5 billion. The impact of the layoff of senior and experienced leaders was a significant culture change that led me to consider leaving Schlumberger. Working for Schlumberger meant working hard but with brilliant minds, learning something new every day, and developing friendships worldwide. Thanks to this experience, I realized I needed to pivot to business transformation. Show less Schlumberger Limited is an oilfield service and equipment company. Employees represent more than 140 nationalities working in more than 120 countries. A Global Fortune 500 company, ranked 382 in 2020 and also listed in Forbes Global 2000. I was then Management Accountant for Well Services, one of ten product lines/divisions within the North African Geo market (NAG). After the first six months, I assisted the NAG Controller in Paris, France, with the NAG financial statements… Show more Schlumberger Limited is an oilfield service and equipment company. Employees represent more than 140 nationalities working in more than 120 countries. A Global Fortune 500 company, ranked 382 in 2020 and also listed in Forbes Global 2000. I was then Management Accountant for Well Services, one of ten product lines/divisions within the North African Geo market (NAG). After the first six months, I assisted the NAG Controller in Paris, France, with the NAG financial statements consolidation; I was then Solutions Management Accountant. This involved consolidating legal books following the French Accounting Standards, the fiscal books to comply with local tax requirements, and the management books following US GAAP. It was a very complex undertaking but a great experience. After a year, I was intercompany contact to reconcile intercompany disputed accounts - Context: 120 countries. In 2001, Schlumberger acquired the IT consultancy company Sema plc for $5.2 billion to develop and modernize its systems worldwide. I was then fortunate to be part of the Lawson ERP project implementation, a worldwide initiative, and was the inventory champion. A deep understanding of operations and inventory valuation requirements was a must. The successful collaboration with operations, including world-renowned experts, was critical to the success of the project. My work led to a thorough review of the usage and storage of chemicals and the customization of the inventory module. Acquiring Sema didn't pay off and resulted in significant layoffs. The divestiture of Sema was completed in 2003 for $1.5 billion. The impact of the layoff of senior and experienced leaders was a significant culture change that led me to consider leaving Schlumberger. Working for Schlumberger meant working hard but with brilliant minds, learning something new every day, and developing friendships worldwide. Thanks to this experience, I realized I needed to pivot to business transformation. Show less

Supply Chain Management Assistant

• 2000 - 2001

BP is a British multinational oil and gas company headquartered in London, England. A Global Fortune 500 company, ranked 8 in 2020 with more than 70,000 employees in 800 locations in 50 countries. It is one of the world's seven oil and gas "supermajors." It is a vertically integrated company operating in all oil and gas industries, including exploration and production, refining, distribution and marketing, power generation, and trading. I was hired to work for the In-Salah Gas Project… Show more BP is a British multinational oil and gas company headquartered in London, England. A Global Fortune 500 company, ranked 8 in 2020 with more than 70,000 employees in 800 locations in 50 countries. It is one of the world's seven oil and gas "supermajors." It is a vertically integrated company operating in all oil and gas industries, including exploration and production, refining, distribution and marketing, power generation, and trading. I was hired to work for the In-Salah Gas Project, a joint venture between BP and Sonatrach, the leading Algerian State-Owned Oil and Gas company and the 12th largest oil consortium in the world, with 154 subsidiaries operating over the entire oil value-chain from upstream, to midstream, and downstream activities. The In-Salah Gas project was about delivering 9 billion cubic metres per annum (bcm/a) from eight gas discoveries in the Ahnet-Timimoun Basin of Central Algeria. This was my first permanent job after obtaining my bachelor's degree in business administration. I was then in my 20s, and the thought of landing a rotation job was appealing as I could study, travel the world, and sustain my charity work while being part of a great company. I learned the importance of procurement, contract and project management, risk management, and regulatory compliance. I quickly collaborated with the head of the logistics department and was involved in preparing files and communicating with the Energy Ministry and the Health Ministry. The quality of my work led to rotations in BP headquarters in Sunbury and Greenford in London, UK. I enjoyed living in a base and sharing meals with highly skilled professionals from all over the world. This was a great company to work for and a great experience. When I realized that transitioning to the Finance Department (my ultimate goal) would take more than a year, I decided to join Schlumberger to start building my career in finance. Show less BP is a British multinational oil and gas company headquartered in London, England. A Global Fortune 500 company, ranked 8 in 2020 with more than 70,000 employees in 800 locations in 50 countries. It is one of the world's seven oil and gas "supermajors." It is a vertically integrated company operating in all oil and gas industries, including exploration and production, refining, distribution and marketing, power generation, and trading. I was hired to work for the In-Salah Gas Project… Show more BP is a British multinational oil and gas company headquartered in London, England. A Global Fortune 500 company, ranked 8 in 2020 with more than 70,000 employees in 800 locations in 50 countries. It is one of the world's seven oil and gas "supermajors." It is a vertically integrated company operating in all oil and gas industries, including exploration and production, refining, distribution and marketing, power generation, and trading. I was hired to work for the In-Salah Gas Project, a joint venture between BP and Sonatrach, the leading Algerian State-Owned Oil and Gas company and the 12th largest oil consortium in the world, with 154 subsidiaries operating over the entire oil value-chain from upstream, to midstream, and downstream activities. The In-Salah Gas project was about delivering 9 billion cubic metres per annum (bcm/a) from eight gas discoveries in the Ahnet-Timimoun Basin of Central Algeria. This was my first permanent job after obtaining my bachelor's degree in business administration. I was then in my 20s, and the thought of landing a rotation job was appealing as I could study, travel the world, and sustain my charity work while being part of a great company. I learned the importance of procurement, contract and project management, risk management, and regulatory compliance. I quickly collaborated with the head of the logistics department and was involved in preparing files and communicating with the Energy Ministry and the Health Ministry. The quality of my work led to rotations in BP headquarters in Sunbury and Greenford in London, UK. I enjoyed living in a base and sharing meals with highly skilled professionals from all over the world. This was a great company to work for and a great experience. When I realized that transitioning to the Finance Department (my ultimate goal) would take more than a year, I decided to join Schlumberger to start building my career in finance. Show less

Sales Consultant

• Jan 1998 - Dec 1999

I worked at DPEC, a privately-held wholesaler of pharmaceutical and para pharmaceutical products in Algiers. This was a part-time position that I enjoyed very much. I was a university student at that time, and the money helped pay for my car expenses. My parents were not living in the same city and trusted my ability to manage a budget and service a car. Their preference was not to live on campus, so the least I could do was bear the maintenance cost. This job also gave me access to affordable… Show more I worked at DPEC, a privately-held wholesaler of pharmaceutical and para pharmaceutical products in Algiers. This was a part-time position that I enjoyed very much. I was a university student at that time, and the money helped pay for my car expenses. My parents were not living in the same city and trusted my ability to manage a budget and service a car. Their preference was not to live on campus, so the least I could do was bear the maintenance cost. This job also gave me access to affordable products such as diapers and baby formula that I could then distribute to the orphanages and charities I was involved with at that time. Show less I worked at DPEC, a privately-held wholesaler of pharmaceutical and para pharmaceutical products in Algiers. This was a part-time position that I enjoyed very much. I was a university student at that time, and the money helped pay for my car expenses. My parents were not living in the same city and trusted my ability to manage a budget and service a car. Their preference was not to live on campus, so the least I could do was bear the maintenance cost. This job also gave me access to affordable… Show more I worked at DPEC, a privately-held wholesaler of pharmaceutical and para pharmaceutical products in Algiers. This was a part-time position that I enjoyed very much. I was a university student at that time, and the money helped pay for my car expenses. My parents were not living in the same city and trusted my ability to manage a budget and service a car. Their preference was not to live on campus, so the least I could do was bear the maintenance cost. This job also gave me access to affordable products such as diapers and baby formula that I could then distribute to the orphanages and charities I was involved with at that time. Show less