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 International Drilling Conference and Exhibition 2023  IADC/SPE International Drilling Conference and Exhibition
  17-19 March 2026 | Galveston, Texas, USA

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Panel Session 1: Attracting the Next Generation to Our Industry

Tuesday, 4 March
Room 1
Panel

A robust and diverse talent pipeline is essential for sustaining long-term growth and resilience in an ever-changing energy landscape. This session will explore strategic approaches to engaging and inspiring the next generation of professionals in the drilling and well industry. Senior leaders will discuss how innovative initiatives and inclusive workplace cultures can revitalize interest, nurture career growth, and align with evolving industry demands.

Chairperson
Tina Birgitte Hognestad, Manager People & Organisation - Equinor
Speakers
Aaftaab Kharbanda, SVP Operations and Projects - Shelf Drilling
PJ Dixit, VP Norway - Halliburton
Jairo Alexander Diaz Lopez , SPE Stavanger Young Professional Chair and Drilling Engineer - THREE60 Energy
Kristina Helland-Hansen, VP DW Competence Centre - Equinor
Øystein Arild, Head of Department, Department of Energy and Petroleum Technology - University of Stavanger