Top Highlights

Day One

• Olivier Le Peuch set the tone for the week, emphasizing that technology and integration are now central to delivering a balanced, resilient energy system.
• Agnieszka Kmieciak highlighted the multigenerational workforce as a strategic advantage, where diverse perspectives drive innovation and adaptability.
• Steve Gassen reinforced the importance of discipline and operational strength to perform consistently across commodity cycles.

The Big Picture: Resilience — across systems, operations, and people — is defining success in today’s energy landscape.

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Day One — Leadership, Workforce, and Industry Resilience

Olivier Le Peuch | Chief Executive Officer
Session: Company Strategies for a World in Transition
Topic Focus: Building resilient, technology-driven energy systems

Key Takeaway: Energy demand continues to grow, and meeting it responsibly will require technology, integration, and long-term resilience across the global energy system.

In Focus: Olivier discussed how the industry’s technology transformation—years in the making—is now central to every aspect of energy development. Digital innovation, AI, and integrated solutions are helping companies deliver energy that is secure, affordable, and increasingly efficient.

SLB at CERAWeek: Driving Performance and Innovation in a World in Transition

At CERAWeek, Olivier Le Peuch outlined how the industry must respond to a world in transition—where energy demand continues to grow, resources are becoming more complex, and technology is reshaping what’s possible. He emphasized the enduring role of oil and gas, the need to unlock supply through innovation and integration, and the accelerating impact of AI on performance and scalability.

“The role of oil and gas in the energy system is more recognized today—and it will remain for decades to come. So, we must unlock supply.”

“We are a local-global company—getting closer to our customers and enabling agility. When we partner locally, we invent solutions locally.”

“The emergence of generative and agentic AI is where we can transform the industry to new heights—it can completely change the game.”

“Being globally diversified means tailoring technology to each local area and resource set—at scale.”

Agnieszka Kmieciak | Chief People Officer
Session: Cultivating Resilience: The Multigenerational Workforce
Topic Focus: Leveraging a diverse workforce for innovation and performance

Key Takeaway: Organizations that successfully connect experience with new perspectives will build the strongest and most resilient teams.

In Focus: Agnieszka emphasized how a multigenerational workforce strengthens collaboration and innovation. By fostering inclusive leadership and continuous learning, companies can unlock the full potential of their people while navigating rapid industry transformation.

Cultivating Resilience: The Multigenerational Workforce

At CERAWeek, Agnieszka Kmieciak shared her perspective on how organizations can build a resilient workforce in an evolving energy landscape—highlighting the importance of intentional talent strategies, multigenerational balance, and a clearly defined, operationalized culture.

“For every company, resilience looks a little different—but the real differentiator is culture and talent strategy.”

“When you build an intentional pipeline across generations, you avoid gaps and ensure steady knowledge transfer.”

“Culture is the glue that brings a multigenerational workforce together.”

“Operationalizing culture is critical—it’s not just what you say, it’s what you consistently do.