Speakers

Paul McDade has 35 years of experience in the international Oil & Gas industry, providing him with a broad and diverse skill set. His career began with international exposure in challenging operational, social, security, and safety environments. Over the course of his 19 years at Tullow Oil, Paul served as COO and later CEO, gaining invaluable first-hand experience in building a successful, African-focused, and responsible oil and gas company.

With a strong emphasis on delivering stakeholder value, shared prosperity, environmental performance, and robust governance, Paul has a deep understanding of the pivotal role Oil & Gas plays in both the global and African energy transitions. His leadership expertise positions him as the ideal individual to drive Afentra’s ambitious growth strategy, a company that prioritizes stakeholder objectives and embeds ESG principles at its core.