Simen Sandbu

Simen Sandbu is an experienced professional currently serving as Acting Manager of Technology Intelligence & Foresight at Equinor, where responsibilities include overseeing emerging technologies and innovation in the energy sector. Sandbu has held several key positions at Equinor, including Senior Technology Foresight Analyst, Senior Engineer in Project Management & Control for Offshore Wind, IT Team Leader managing a team of developers, and graduate roles in Business Analysis and Real Estate & Facility Management. Prior experience includes roles as a Refugee Worker in Trysil county, Project Manager at Ascend NTNU, and Innovation Marketing Analyst at Yara International. Sandbu's education includes a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from NTNU and UC Santa Barbara, and a background in exercise and economics. Additionally, Sandbu served in the Norwegian Special Forces and competed as a professional biathlete.