Spotlighting the Future of Offshore Energy
OTC’s Emerging Leaders program honors young professionals—each with under 10 years of experience—who are already making a significant impact in the offshore energy sector. These rising stars demonstrate innovation, leadership, and a strong commitment to safety and service.
Get ready and stay tuned—more details for 2027 OTC coming soon!
Help us recognize the next generation shaping the future of offshore energy.
Emerging Leaders Class of 2026
Congratulations to the nine early career professionals named to the 2026 class! The Emerging Leaders program recognizes young professionals with fewer than 10 years of experience in the offshore energy sector.
The OTC Emerging Leaders are professionals who are making key contributions to the offshore energy sector in their field of work, service to the industry, innovation, and focus on safety.
Julian Chenin
Strategic Integrations and Partnerships Lead
ROGII
AAPG
Joaquin Warren
Review Engineer - Offshore Equipment
American Bureau of Shipping
API
Roneet Das
Senior Engineer/Senior Project Manager, Offshore Energy
Norwegian Geotechnical Institute, Inc.
ASCE
Dr. Yuhao Li
Engineer - Houston Offshore Engineering
American Bureau of Shipping
IADC
Muhannad Ashy
Marine Reliability Supervisor
Aramco
IMarEST
Sarah Hudak
Fisheries Liaison
Sea Risk Solutions LLC
MTS
Dr. Alex Loureiro
Senior Consultant
Integral Consulting Inc
SEG
Dr. Jia Mi
Assistant Professor in Ocean Engineering
Stevens Institute of Technology
SNAME
Yasmin Sodré
Commercial Project Manager
Fugro
SPE
Nominee Requirements
Nomination Process
Program Benefits
The Distinguished Achievement Awards are the most prestigious recognition in the offshore energy sector, honoring breakthroughs and leadership that shape the industry—from technology and operations to safety, sustainability, and engineering excellence. Each nomination celebrates work that leaves a lasting legacy.
Submission deadline: 15 September 2026