Dag-Erik Helgestad

Dag-Erik Helgestad is a seasoned professional in the oil and gas industry currently serving as VP Operations and VP North Sea at Vår Energi, overseeing a business unit that produces 80,000 barrels per day and generates $2 billion annually. Helgestad played a pivotal role as Project Manager for the successful IPO of Vår Energi in February 2022, which became Norway's third largest with a valuation of 70 billion NOK. With extensive experience at ExxonMobil, responsibilities included managing operations in Azerbaijan and leading significant projects with substantial budgets. Additionally, Helgestad has held influential roles such as Board Member at The National IOR Centre of Norway, contributing to research aimed at improving oil recovery. Educational qualifications include an MBA from the Norwegian School of Economics and a Master's in Chemical Engineering from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology, complemented by various specialized courses.