Karl Appleton

Karl Appleton is currently the Director of Business Development, New Product Development, Market Analysis, and Floating Wind at NOV, where they lead a skilled team to navigate the energy transition and innovate within the industry. Previously, from 2014 to 2020, they served as the VP of Marketing and Strategic Planning at National Oilwell Varco, where they enhanced cross-functional team dynamics and spearheaded impactful marketing campaigns. With a background that includes roles such as Mechanical Engineer at Dresser Industries and Engineering Manager at Halliburton, Karl has developed a robust understanding of technology and business strategy. Karl is also pursuing education at Purdue University, Newcastle University, and Rice University.