Patrick Guenkel serves as the Vice President of Joint Ventures Coordination at TotalEnergies, where he leverages over 20 years of extensive experience in the oil and gas industry to drive strategic initiatives across a diverse portfolio of joint ventures. His role is pivotal in managing...
Patrick Guenkel serves as the Vice President of Joint Ventures Coordination at TotalEnergies, where he leverages over 20 years of extensive experience in the oil and gas industry to drive strategic initiatives across a diverse portfolio of joint ventures. His role is pivotal in managing best practices for both operated and non-operated joint ventures, overseeing a vast network of 200 partners and 400 joint ventures in the exploration and production (E&P) sector. Patrick's expertise encompasses a broad spectrum of activities, including secondments, transfer of operatorship, and performance optimization of joint ventures, ensuring that TotalEnergies remains at the forefront of operational excellence.
Throughout his career, Patrick has demonstrated a profound understanding of business development, negotiations, and strategic planning, honed through his diverse assignments in countries such as Nigeria, Gabon, and the UK. His operational experience, combined with his corporate headquarters roles, equips him with a unique perspective on the complexities of joint venture dynamics in various geopolitical contexts. Patrick is particularly adept at financial modeling and investor relations, skills that are essential for navigating the intricate landscape of joint ventures in the energy sector.
In his current position, he is also focused on enhancing JV training programs and facilitating the setup and unwinding of joint ventures, ensuring that TotalEnergies can adapt swiftly to market changes. Patrick's academic background, including an MBA from the London Business School and a degree in engineering, further complements his strategic vision, allowing him to effectively align TotalEnergies' joint venture strategies with broader corporate objectives. His commitment to fostering collaborative partnerships and driving sustainable growth positions him as a key leader in the energy industry.
