HOUSTON – NOV Inc. (NYSE: NOV), a pioneer in technology solutions for the global energy industry, today announced the addition of Patricia Martinez to its board of directors. This appointment, effective immediately, will lead the company to an experienced energy transition expert who will navigate the changing energy landscape.
Martinez, who has extensive experience in both the conventional and renewable energy sectors, previously served as Chief Energy Transition Officer at Enerflex Ltd. (TSX: EFX) (NYSE: EFXT) before its recent move to NOV. Her experience spans international markets, with a particular focus on project development in carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS), hydrogen and biogas.
The new board member’s career includes important roles at Enerflex, where she led the Latin American business and played a key role in integrating the assets of Axip Energy Services LP following its acquisition in 2014. Martinez’s tenure in the energy sector also includes leadership positions at Valerus Compression. Service, Sales and Marketing Roles at Shell (LON:) Oil Products US
Martinez’s academic background includes a bachelor’s degree in business administration and marketing from Universidad Argentina Empresa and a master’s degree in business administration from Houston Baptist University. She also serves on the board of directors of Par Pacific Holdings Inc. (NYSE: NYSE:).
Clay Williams, NOV’s chairman, president and CEO, said he believes Martinez’s “deep understanding of emerging energy opportunities” will be invaluable in shaping the company’s energy transition strategy.
With Martinez’s appointment, NOV’s board of directors now consists of ten directors, nine of whom are independent, reflecting the company’s commitment to diverse and independent management.
NOV has more than 150 years of experience delivering innovations that have significantly impacted the energy sector, with a focus on safe and environmentally responsible operations. The company is actively involved in supporting the energy industry’s transition to more sustainable practices.
The expansion of the board of directors with Martinez’s experience underscores NOV’s strategic focus on the energy transition, a critical area for the future of the industry. Information based on press statement.
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