Speakers

Venki Desai is a dynamic leader and professional engineer with more than twenty-eight years of experience in the Energy Industry. Currently focused on driving business development in critical areas of the energy transition, including carbon capture, renewable energy, sustainable chemistry, and LNG. He holds a Master of Science degree in chemical engineering from Oklahoma State University. Venki's expertise encompasses various domains, including business development, sales, operations, and project management. With a proven track record of leading large project teams and managing complex projects, he excels in executing engineering, procurement, modularization, and construction, ranging from conceptual studies to mega capital projects. Venki has taken on diverse leadership roles, from overseeing large-scale projects to managing general operations, strategizing commercial ventures, and driving business growth. As the Commercial Director at Technip Energies, he leads initiatives in CCUS business development and sales, aiming to solidify Technip Energies' presence as a key player in the Americas.