Ivan R. Shelby

MBA HEC Paris - Energy - Supply Chain Localization - International Business Development - Operational Excellence

Muscat, Masqaţ, Oman

About

With a foundation in Business Project Management, my tenure at Innovex has been marked by spearheading new business development and key account management to cement our status in the ESP solutions sector. Our team has innovated and expanded offerings, including a cutting-edge continuous level fluid monitoring system and multi-use production BOP solutions, reinforcing our leadership in the market. Collaborating closely with our MENA operations, we have built trust and forged robust relationships with key industry stakeholders. My focus remains on operational excellence and strategic growth, leveraging our patented ESP cable connections and wellhead solutions to drive forward the artificial lift domain.

Experience

  • Innovex (8 yrs 5 mos)
    • Eastern Hemisphere Production Solutions Manager
      Mar 2025 - Present · 1 yr 4 mos

      • Lead strategic expansion into new and existing markets in the Eastern Hemisphere for Innovex, optimizing regional operations and leveraging past successes. • Implemented innovative solutions to drive growth and efficiency, resulting in increased market share and revenue for the company. • Developed strong cross-functional relationships to ensure seamless execution of projects and initiatives, driving overall business success.

    • General Manager MEA
      Jul 2018 - Present · 8 yrs

      Quick Connectors Middle East LLC an Innovex company has defined itself as a leader of ESP cable and penetrator solutions with more than 25 years of focus on ESP’s. This dedication has delivered more than 20 innovative patents supporting ESP cable connections, ESP penetrators and ESP wellhead solutions. We have recently expanded our offering into supporting other facets of artificial lift with a continuous level fluid level monitoring system, multi use production BOP solutions, water source well solutions, and flow assurance heater well technology.

    • Operations Manager MENA
      Feb 2018 - Present · 8 yrs 5 mos

      QCI was acquired by Innovex in July 2019

  • General Manager at Ample Harvest LLC (Al Saleh Enterprises Group)
    Dec 2013 - Jan 2018 · 4 yrs 2 mos

  • General Manager at Dunum LLC and Ample Harvest LLC (Al-Saleh Group)
    Feb 2013 - Jan 2018 · 5 yrs

  • General manager Oman at SIG Middle East LLC
    Jan 2011 - Dec 2013 · 3 yrs

    Leads the feasibility, development and implementation of new lines of business that are complementary to the company’s core competencies. Increased company turnover from OMR 0 to OMR 1 million Responsible for overall profitability of operations and accountable for strategic utilization and deployment of available resources to achieve organisational objectives. Drives the evaluation and development of operational strategy and performance with the executive team. Maintains awareness and knowledge of contemporary operational methods and ideas and provides suitable interpretations to directors, managers and staff within the organisation. Monitors, measures and reports on operational issues, opportunities and development plans and achievements within agreed formats and timescales. Establishes performance guidelines, responsibilities and goals for his direct reports and conducts regular appraisals. Dealing with clients to ensure satisfaction. Coordinating projects ensuring that all products are available and that deadlines are met. Planned, directed and controlled all aspects of the business

  • Managing Partner at Yalla Construction LLC
    Jan 2010 - Dec 2011 · 2 yrs

    Channelize development of new business entities and increase market share of company. Develop variance analysis between planned and actual commercial performance for board presentation. Conversant in understanding customer requirements and converting their needs into innovative designs through the production team. Tact in dealing with customer rejections thus, minimizing company losses. Evaluate the suppliers and subcontractors prior to authorizing payments and concluding projects. Visit the site of vendors if necessary for on-site evaluation. Negotiate product prices, contract terms and delivery methods with the suppliers. Address to issues of material rejections in coordination with the suppliers. Manage staff recruitment and staff development; coach, guide and train the team on problem solving and career development plus conduct employee performance reviews. Delegate staff on their respective departments and handle all employee relation issues. Document all business processes and problems; maintain excellent relation with the customers. Preside company meetings and work on achieving company productivity plus quality goals. Stay abreast with market developments and be proactive in all that can affect the business operation.