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Give your career history in 50 words or fewer ? I began my career working for ExxonMobil in different roles and in various locations . I later joined the Gunvor Group as general manager in Antwerp and Ingolstadt , and recently joined the Prax Group , as general manager at Prax Lindsey Oil Refinery .
Tell us more about yourself using 3 words Challenge . Endurance . Value .
What were your childhood / early ambitions ? I wanted to become a carpenter , like my father and grandfather .
Tell us your greatest fear ? My greatest fear is a serious injury on site . Safety is always our number one priority , and we do everything in our power to mitigate risks , but you can never be too careful .
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Describe your dream job ( if different from your current job ) Making a difference in an economic activity that is needed by society .
What ’ s the best business advice you ’ ve ever received ? Nothing is impossible , but resources are limited .
Share your top tips for business success
• Always look for value creation
• Think outside the box
• Manage all risks
What ’ s your most recent business achievement of note ? Being part of the successful acquisition of Lindsey Oil Refinery .
Which is most important – ambition or talent ? Both , actually – you need them equally to achieve important goals in life .
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What ’ s the best thing about your job ? Leading a team of motivated and skilled employees . |
Is there a quality that you most admire ? Honesty and integrity .
What are you most likely to say ? “ Thank you !”
What are you least likely to say ? “ It is your fault this happened .”
Describe your perfect day ? A day without surprises !
Do you have a favourite sports team ? The New England Patriots American football team .
What ’ s the biggest challenge of our time ? Time management .
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Cheese or chocolate ?
I like cheese , but I love chocolate .
Share your greatest personal achievement ? Offering our three sons a good start in life .
What ’ s your pet hate or biggest irritant ? Someone who doesn ’ t respect others .
If you were elected to government , what would be the first law you ’ d press for ? Animal rights .
If your 20-year-old self saw you now , what would they think ? Why does he not spend more time with his family ?
What is number 1 on your bucket list ? I don ’ t have a bucket list .
What 3 things would you take to a desert island ? My wife , water and food .
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Tell us something about you that people would be very surprised by ? I am colour-blind . |
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Who would you most like to ask these questions of ? Till Lindemann , the German singer / songwriter and poet best known as the lead vocalist in Neue Deutsche Härte band , Rammstein . |
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Fuel Oil News | August 2021 27 |