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The Energy Executive 360 with Emilio Faulmata

The Energy Executive 360 with Emilio Faulmata

By: TEE360 STUDIO by Emilio Faulmata
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 I'm Emilio Faulmata, I'm 23 and Welcome to The Energy Executive 360 Podcast, in which I sit down with the most influential leaders and CEOs in global energy to uncover their stories, mindsets, and vision for the future. For too long, the energy industry has been misunderstood, even vilified. Our mission is to change that by giving energy’s biggest decision-makers a platform to speak openly and unfiltered about leadership and the energy transition. This is the podcast that takes you behind closed doors — into the minds of the people shaping the future of energy and the future of the world.TEE360 STUDIO by Emilio Faulmata Economics
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  • The BRUTAL REALITIES of the Energy Transition with Jordan Ferguson

    The BRUTAL REALITIES of the Energy Transition with Jordan Ferguson
    Sep 29 2025

    Today, we uncover the journey of Jordan Ferguson—CEO of Pier Solutions—whose story captures resilience, risk, and the future of energy leadership. This episode of The Energy Executive 360 Podcast dives into mindset, purpose, and the realities of the energy transition, while offering hard-hitting lessons for young professionals and industry leaders alike.


    Jordan’s path from humble beginnings to engineering the energy transition has been fueled by a hustler mentality, calculated risk-taking, and an unshakable belief in the opportunities the energy industry still holds. His story is as much about resilience and patience as it is about disruption, purpose, and responsibility to future generations.


    What You’ll Learn:

    ⬛ Why mindset, failure, and risk are the foundations of leadership and growth

    ⬛ The importance of shutting out “the noise” and staying focused on purpose

    ⬛ How to rebuild after setbacks—and why humility is key to success

    ⬛ The realities of the energy transition: economics, policy, and infrastructure

    ⬛ Pier Solutions’ role in “engineering the energy transition”

    ⬛ Why policymakers need to listen to industry voices before it’s too late

    ⬛ Career opportunities and why young people should be proud to work in energy

    ⬛ Leadership 101: patience, purpose, and always hiring for attitude over ability

    ⬛ Why energy needs to “come out of the shadows” and tell its story

    ⬛ How collaboration through platforms like Neccus can drive real transition impact

    Pier Solutions & Jordan FergusonFollow Jordan on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-ferguson-781a1831/ Follow Pier Solutions via their website: https://pier-solutions.com/


    The Energy Executive 360 with Emilio FaulmataFollow Emilio on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/EmilioFaulmata Visit The Energy Executive 360/ TEE360 STUDIO Website: https://www.emiliofaulmata.com/ Subscribe to The Energy Executive 360 Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relati...


    ► Stay tuned for future episodes exploring leadership, mindset, entrepreneurship, and the future of global energy.

    #EnergyTransition #FutureOfEnergy #OilAndGas #Sustainability #Engineering #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #Mindset #Resilience #Innovation #ClimateAction #CareersInEnergy
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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • Don't UNDERESTIMATE The Global Energy System with Lewis McDonald

    Don't UNDERESTIMATE The Global Energy System with Lewis McDonald
    Sep 15 2025

    Today on The Energy Executive 360 Podcast, we sit down with Lewis McDonald—Global Co-Head of Energy at world-renowned law firm Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer—for a deep-dive interview on energy law, leadership, and the future of the global energy system.

    From billion-dollar oil, gas, and renewables deals to the massive rise in global energy demand, Lewis shares how mindfulness, resilience, and international experience has shaped his career across Perth, London, Hong Kong, Singapore, Seoul, and Tokyo.

    We explore why the energy transition is not one story but many transitions, why cheap, reliable, and clean energy is the true foundation of prosperity and how AI is set to transform both energy law and the global value chain.

    Along the way, Lewis unpacks football analogies, pragmatic insights, and lessons on leadership—challenging us to think differently about energy, business and the world.


    What You’ll Learn:

    ⬛ Why Lewis combined his passion for the natural world, law, and energy into a global career—from zoology and climate treaties to billion-dollar deals

    ⬛ How mindfulness, football analogies, and the discipline of presence help him stay grounded in the high-pressure world of global energy law

    ⬛ Lessons from an international career across Perth, London, Hong Kong, Singapore, Seoul, and Tokyo—and how constant movement shaped his resilience and worldview

    ⬛ The hidden role of lawyers in energy—from structuring billion-dollar transactions to managing the smallest contractual details that keep the global system running

    ⬛ Why the global energy system is bigger than most people imagine—and why renewables growth, while crucial, can’t yet keep pace with rising demand

    ⬛ The importance of R&D, technology, and innovation in driving the next wave of energy solutions, from methane detection satellites to green hydrogen projects

    ⬛ Why the public narrative around oil & gas must change, and how initiatives like PRAGMA aim to create a more pragmatic, balanced conversation about energy transition

    ⬛ The evolution of the energy transition: from “transitions” in the plural to today’s messy, non-linear path, where subsidies, costs, and political will determine outcomes

    ⬛ Advice for the next generation of lawyers and energy professionals—how to build a career, navigate complexity, and embrace serendipity in a sector where opportunity is everywhere


    Herbert Freehills Smith Kramer & Lewis McDonald

    Follow Lewis McDonald on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lewis-mcdonald-7a69728/

    Follow Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer via their website: https://www.hsfkramer.com/


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    Stay tuned for future episodes exploring leadership, entrepreneurship, and the future of global energy.#energy #leadership #mindset #law #energytransition #AI #LewisMcDonald #HSFKramer
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Sherif Foda REVEALS the Truth Behind Building a $1.3B Energy Empire

    Sherif Foda REVEALS the Truth Behind Building a $1.3B Energy Empire
    Sep 1 2025
    Today, we unlock the story behind one of the energy industry’s boldest CEOs—Sherif Foda—who built NESR from scratch into a $1.3B oilfield services powerhouse. This episode of The Energy Executive 360 Podcast with Emilio Faulmata goes beyond headlines and dives deep into mindset, risk-taking, and the future of energy in the Middle East and beyond.Sherif Foda, founder & CEO of NESR, ex-Schlumberger executive, shares his journey of resilience, leadership and disruption, offering insights that will transform the way professionals and entrepreneurs view the energy industry, as well as their own futures.What You’ll Learn:⬛How quitting Schlumberger set Sherif on a new path⬛How to live life on the edge and maximise the impact you can make throughout your life⬛Mindset, discipline, and belief required to build a billion-dollar MENA services champion⬛The risks and doubts behind NESR’s founding⬛Lessons from 25 years at Schlumberger, shaping business strategy and competition⬛Dealing with pressure, staying sharp, and thriving through volatility—from NASDAQ listing to major setbacks⬛The secrets behind becoming a master in negotiation and leadership⬛Why energy transition is addition, not competition—shifting the global narrative⬛How NESR’s ESG Impact Unit turns sustainability into revenue, not just a cost⬛The importance of legacy, partnerships, company culture, and a relentless drive to rewrite regional perceptions⬛Key advice for young leaders and entrepreneurs in MENA and worldwide: mindset, risk tolerance, and building for the futureEpisode Chapters & Highlights1:27, Who is Sherif Foda? Outlook on Life, leaving Schlumberger & Heart Palpitations in Oman.8:05, Sherif's Mission to Make an Impact.12:20, Early Life, Influences, Dream to be James Bond & How to Always be Aware.17:12, Risk , Uncertainty & the Foundations of Growth and Success.21:20, How Sherif entered Oil & Gas, Lessons & Rise through Schlumberger.28:00, Birth of NESR, Entrepreneurship & Building the National Champion of MENA.33:00, The Art of Negotiation & How to Choose your Partners.40:38, How to Lead in Crisis, the Energy Industry & Make Tough Decisions?47:08, Fomenting Company Culture, Meritocracy & NESR stock options.52:18, Definition of Success, Personal Responsibility & Ambition.57:13, Sherif's Biggest NESR Challenge - NASDAQ delisting.1:01:50, The Future of Energy, Message to the Oil and Gas Industry & the Wider World. 1:06:09, Affordability, Hydrocarbons, Decarbonization & the Energy Transition.1:19:04, What does the Future Hold for Sherif & NESR?1:21:41, Final Question to the Audience - Do you believe us?NESR & Sherif FodaFollow Sherif on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sherif-fo... Follow NESR via their website (https://www.nesr.com/), or across all platforms below:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl-7... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesr_mea?ut... X/ Twitter: https://x.com/NESRCorp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nati... The Energy Executive 360 with Emilio FaulmataFollow Emilio on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/EmilioFaulmata Visit The Energy Executive 360 Website: www.emiliofaulmata.com Subscribe to The Energy Executive 360 Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relati... And if you're a young energy professional or somoene who just wants to learn more about the industry and be part of a pragmatic dialogue and debate around the future of energy, join our discord - NEXT GENERATION OF ENERGY COMMUNITY By TEE360 STUDIO - below... https://discord.gg/zqta6AFe ► Stay tuned for future episodes covering entrepreneurship, energy transition, leadership, and more... #energy #leadership #entrepreneurship #oil #gas #SherifFoda #NESR #energytransition #billiondollarbusiness
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    1 hr and 23 mins
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