Ms. Zakhour also chaired the completion engineering sub-committee of the Department of Energy-funded, cost-shared, joint industry program, Hydraulic Fracturing Test Site II (HFTS-II), which included participation from over 20 energy companies and partners. Additionally, she served on the Women of Oxy ("WON") steering committee. Before her tenure at Oxy, Ms. Zakhour worked as Callon Petroleum's completion engineering adviser, overseeing, and monitoring all completion activities and contracts as the company underwent significant growth.

She also gained valuable experience with Schlumberger's Well Services segment, working in various technical and field operational roles in North America and international locations such as India, Egypt, Malaysia, and Russia. Ms. Zakhour has received recognition for her contributions, including the SPE Regional Completions Optimization and Technology Award and the Hart's Energy 40 under Forty Award. She has also actively participated as a panelist, speaker, and presenter at numerous leadership and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) workshops, including those organized by SPE and energy industry conferences.

Additionally, she has authored over a dozen technical publications. In addition to her professional roles, Ms. Zakhour currently serves as a Rice Alliance Advisory Board Member, where she provides guidance to startups and judges business plan competitions. She is also a Board Member of Nora?s Home, a sanctuary providing affordable and supportive lodging for transplant patients and their families in Houston and holds the position of Corporate Fellow Lecturer at the University of Houston-Downtown, where she teaches MBA and leadership courses.

Beyond her professional pursuits, Ms. Zakhour is a published children's book author, using her storytelling skills to celebrate cultural experiences and foster connections that bridge divides. Ms. Zakhour holds a bachelor's degree in electrical and computer engineering from the American University of Beirut, an MBA from Rice University, and is a certified Project Management Professional. Brian David Kitney serves as an Independent Director.

Mr. Kitney is a seasoned professional with over 30 years of expertise in the energy industry, having held pivotal roles in renowned Japanese companies, including Osaka Gas (Australia) Ltd, Mitsui & Co (Australia) Ltd, and JPMorgan Securities (Japan). Throughout his career, he has excelled in business development, marketing, and executive leadership. Mr. Kitney has recently immersed himself in future-energy domains, particularly focusing on LNG, hydrogen, carbon capture and storage (CCS), and renewables.

His comprehensive knowledge extends to supporting developers and investors in originating and developing targeted investment opportunities. Engagements involve providing commercial advice for LNG terminals, hydrogen solutions, offshore wind assets, and oil and gas projects across Australia and Southeast Asia. Brian?s academic accomplishments include an MBA from Curtin University, a Graduate Diploma of Applied Finance from Kaplan, a Graduate Diploma in Diplomacy & International Trade from Monash University, a Diploma of Financial Markets from AFMA, a Master of Applied Japanese Linguistics from Monash University, and a Post Graduate Diploma in Japanese from Swinburne University.

Additionally, he is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAIDC). Nikita Jaiswal serves as an Independent Director. Ms. Jaiswal brings over 13 years of expertise in business development, strategic partnerships, and international sales across diverse global markets.

Currently serving as Senior Director, APAC at LCR Capital Partners Singapore, she has successfully led the firm?s expansion into multiple Asian countries. Ms. Jaiswal?s versatile skill set encompasses international expansion, business development, thought leadership, strategic planning, and effective people management. With her own venture, enJai Pte Ltd, she offers international business development and strategy consulting services.

Notable roles include Director of Commercial Operations and Partnerships at LCR Capital Partners and Head of Regional Office at Gas Natural Fenosa in Singapore and Madrid. Ms. Jaiswal holds a Bilingual MBA from IESE Business School, Barcelona, and a BBA in Finance and International Business from The George Washington University, Washington, DC.