Jonathan Parry, MEng, Eco & Man (Oxon), MBA (Rice), CEng, MIMechE, SPEWith a distinguished thirty-year career, Mr. Parry has accumulated a wealth of experience collaborating with International Oil Companies (IOCs), National Oil Companies (NOCs), and Independents. As a Principal Engineer, he actively engaged in major capital projects spanning North and South America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. His tenure at ConocoPhillips included overseeing critical well operations in regions such as Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, the Caspian area, and Russia, where he made substantial contributions to the company's initiatives in new ventures and farm-in activities.Within the domain of Functional Excellence, Mr. Parry excels in establishing pertinent standards and processes aimed at efficiently managing corporate risk and enhancing overall value. His expertise primarily revolves around the intricate and challenging aspects of drilling, completion, and production of wells. Furthermore, he has assumed leadership roles in spearheading technological advancements to optimize well performance.As a Director at CERA, Mr. Parry spearheaded the organization's global unconventional gas research efforts, earning a nomination for the prestigious Danny award in recognition of his exceptional written and researched analyses. His specialization in North American Gas Supply led to active contributions to CERA's monthly North American gas market outlook. Additionally, he successfully managed the global supply forecasting team, showcasing his expertise in LNG analytics. Mr. Parry is also a prolific author with numerous publications on gas market dynamics and a respected speaker, often serving as a keynote presenter at renowned events such as CERA Week, industry conferences, and board-level presentations.Despite Mr. Parry's exceptional performance at CERA and his significant international exposure at the executive level across the industry, he encountered a pivotal career challenge within the organization. The company made concerted efforts to support his transition back into oil and gas companies, culminating in an interview for an EVP Planning & Strategy role at a prominent Fortune 50 oil company. The primary aim of this initiative was to promote CERA products to its existing customer base. Unfortunately, Mr. Parry faced quotas in successfully navigating this transition. Consequently, both his HR representative and management recommended his return to England, along with a suggested divorce, signifying a significant turning point in his professional journey.