David Hartz

David Hartz is the Head of U.S. Commercial, Regulatory, and Government Affairs at Equinor, where they lead a team overseeing critical aspects of the upstream business. With extensive experience in the oil and gas industry, Hartz has held leadership positions focusing on exploration, M&A, and corporate development. They previously served as Vice President at Equinor, guiding global business development and new ventures. Hartz's career spans roles at Wood Mackenzie, Scotiabank, Hess Corporation, and Texaco, where they contributed to significant advancements in the energy sector. Hartz holds an MSc in Geological Sciences and an MBA in Economics.