In Good Company with Nicolai Tangen Darren Woods CEO of ExxonMobil
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Jun 7, 2023 Darren Woods, the Chairman and CEO of ExxonMobil, shares insights from his 30-year journey in the energy sector. He discusses the importance of diverse cultural experiences in shaping leadership and resilience. The challenges of transitioning from oil dependency are highlighted, alongside the need for innovative solutions to combat climate change. Woods also emphasizes AI's role in enhancing efficiency at ExxonMobil, and he delves into the company’s core values that guide its corporate culture and strategic decisions in a complex geopolitical landscape.
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Unexpected Career Path
- Darren Woods's initial career interest wasn't in energy.
- ExxonMobil's business approach and opportunities attracted him in 1992.
Counterintuitive Career Move
- In 1992, joining large companies was counter to the trend of smaller, agile businesses.
- Darren Woods found ExxonMobil's approach to responsibility and long-term thinking appealing.
A Global Upbringing
- Darren Woods was born in Kansas but moved frequently due to his father's work.
- This included living in South Korea, the Philippines, Hawaii, and eventually settling in Texas.