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David works with clients across sectors as an EY-Parthenon Managing Director at Ernst and Young LLP. He has over 25 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, split between roles in private sector consulting and as a diplomat at the US Department of State. He focuses on the nexus of government policies and commercial challenges, and the disruptive opportunities that emerge.
David has helped clients in all segments of the oil and gas value chain, to manage the increasing complexities brought about by energy transition issues, challenging market conditions, shifting investor expectations and demands from resource-holding states and other government entities. Through his role with the Geostrategic Business Group, he has worked with clients beyond oil and gas to help translate geopolitical risks into business strategy.
David's latest thinking
The oil, gas and chemicals sector will face these three trends in 2025
With Trump’s return nearing, navigating uncertainty and opportunity in the US oil, gas and chemicals sector is a focus for 2025. Read more.
Unknowns remain in oil, gas, chemicals after US presidential election
Trump’s return may ease regulations, but trade and environmental policy challenges persist; growth and efficiency gains are possible. Read more.
Why cost discipline and consolidation inspire confidence in oil and gas
Despite evening commodity prices, US oil and gas companies invest in the core, boost production and strategize for growth, an EY benchmark study reveals.
If energy transition is an evolution, how does oil and gas proceed?
The findings in our annual US E&P Benchmarking Study reveal 3 industry behaviors that could affect the future of oil in the energy transition.
Can hydrogen be the US net-zero hero?
Hydrogen is gaining attention as a fuel alternative because of its potential energy applications while helping to drive decarbonization. Learn more.
