Ellen Paasche Birkeland

Ellen combines a strong technical understanding with sound strategic and commercial judgment. In addition, she has a high working capacity and is skilled at building strong teams where employees thrive and collaborate to achieve excellent results.

Ellen is a competent and engaged E&P professional with extensive NCS experience from several successful companies. She has natural leadership skills and a strong drive, combined with a commercial mindset that ensures business decisions are aligned with company strategy.

Ellen is an absolute professional who pairs extensive industry experience with strong technical expertise. She possesses excellent project management skills, keeping her team aligned, focused and on schedule, regardless of shifting priorities. She creates a culture of trust and psychological safety. Her approachable manner and constructive feedback have greatly contributed to my own professional development. She is a truly inspiring leader, and I highly recommend her.

I have had the pleasure of working with Ellen on several cross-functional projects over the past couple of years. Throughout this time, she has consistently demonstrated a strong drive and genuine enthusiasm for her work. Ellen takes initiative and naturally steps into leadership roles, ensuring that projects progress effectively and stay aligned with their objectives. She communicates clearly and provides well-reasoned recommendations in a decisive yet respectful manner. Ellen combines technical expertise with a strong understanding of key value drivers, helping the team identify risks and opportunities.