Charles Connell

Charles Connell is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in operations, product development, and business management within the energy sector. Currently serving as Chief Operating Officer at Petro.ai since March 2018, Charles has also held the roles of VP of Product and VP of Business Development, contributing to innovative data solutions for asset teams. As the Founder and CEO of PredictMX from February 2017 to June 2018, Charles developed a condition-based maintenance platform to enhance operational efficiency. Prior experience at Schlumberger from July 2006 to July 2016 includes positions such as Location Operations Manager, East Asia New Technology Manager, Sr. Mechanical Engineer, and Field Engineer, showcasing a robust background in engineering and leadership. Charles holds an MBA from Rice Business - Jones Graduate School of Business and both a BS and MS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.