Speed Mentoring Programme

Tuesday 7 June – 00:00 – 00:00

Mentoring Meetup

EAGE Community HUB

Applications: 23 May – 7 June

Matching: 3-7 June – 00:00

About the programme

The Programme consists of a match between two registered delegates of the conference – either in-person or online. Delegates can apply by filling in a quick form that will be . The deadline for applying is Monday 7 June at 14.00 CEST; delegates will be matched and connected between 3 and 7 June.

Different matching options are possible: are you a young professional seeking career guidance? Several EAGE volunteers are senior geoscientists who can transfer valuable experience. Are you in your mid-career and considering your next step? Discussing with someone who has been in your place before might be a great way to find your path forward! If you are interested in learning about a different path, you may also opt to connect with a professional from another field.

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How does it work?

Applications will open on 23 May

Based on the preferences expressed in the form, EAGE will match applicants and inform them via e-mail.

We will endeavour to find a good match for you. If there are no available profiles matching the specific preferences that you indicated, the closest matching possibility will be proposed.

Matched participants are then responsible for initiating communications – either via e-mail or on the event platform. Each pair decides independently on the communication system (our event platform offers the possibility of communicating with other delegates via chat or over an audio/video call), as well as on the frequency and duration of the contacts, without obligations.
Delegates attending the event in person in Madrid are also encouraged to meet in person: you are welcome to use the meeting spaces at the EAGE Community Hub for this!

We invite matched participants to connect early to make the most of their mentoring time at the event.

Here are some suggestions to get started:

  • Introduce yourself and state your motivation for joining the programme

  • Share plans for attending the event (Are there sessions or activities that you could attend together and discuss?)

  • Share/ask advice about the programme (Which sessions or activities do you recommend attending?)

  • Agree on follow-ups and action points, for example at the end of the day or after specific sessions or activities

Guidelines

In all activities we expect our members to adhere to the word and spirit of our Professional and Ethical Standards set down in Article XVI of our By-Laws.

In line with the mission of EAGE, the purpose of this programme is to foster fellowship and cooperation between members to promote the development of the geoscience and engineering fields. Please note that while advice on job seeking and career opportunities might be topics covered within a match, the following are excluded from the scope of this mentoring programme: requests for employment, visa assistance and any requests made with the goal of financial gain. Should you receive requests that are not relevant to the goals of the programme, please inform us.

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Bio: Ghazal Izadi

COO, XGS Energy
Co-chair Geothermal Energy Conference

As the Chief Operating Officer at XGS Energy, Dr. Ghazal Izadi plays a pivotal role in driving global operations, spearheading technology advancement, and company expansion efforts. With over a decade of experience, she is a driving force at XGS Energy. Her expertise and leadership are deeply rooted in creating and delivering technology-centric business solutions, marked by exceptional client service.

Before joining XGS Energy in 2022, Dr. Izadi held key technical positions at Baker Hughes, making significant contributions in both Unconventional oil and gas as well as Geothermal domains. Her responsibilities encompassed overseeing reservoir technical services across North and Latin America, Middle East, and APAC regions. This rich background reflects her commitment to a holistic approach, spanning from subsurface insights to well construction and tailored surface geothermal facility design. Dr. Izadi earned her Ph.D. from Penn State University, specializing in a diverse range of areas such as computational geomechanics, fluid transport in fractured and porous media, applied rock mechanics, and Advanced/Enhanced Geothermal Systems. Her profound expertise extends to authoring or co authoring more than 40 technical papers, further cementing her reputation as a notable figure in the field.

Bio: Saba Keynejad

Head of Geosolutions at Geocento
Co-chair Geothermal Energy Conference

Dr. Saba Keynejad received her Master’s degree in mineral exploration with a focus on geothermal in 2012. She obtained her PhD from the University of Arizona in 2018, developing machine learning approaches for subsurface characterization. Since then, Saba has worked in the energy and environmental sectors, providing analytical solutions to subsurface imaging, geothermal research, and sustainable practices. She now applies her expertise to drive innovative initiatives that shape the organisation’s growth strategy and business transformation.
 
Beyond technical work, Saba has been actively involved in leading conferences and webinars within her company and externally. She aims to facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration through these events. Saba also participates in mentorship schemes focused on women of color in the energy and technology industry. As co-chair of EAGE GET2025, Saba brings a wealth of experience spanning academia, industry, and leadership. She looks forward to bringing together geothermal experts to drive the field forward through open dialogue and partnership. Saba is honored to help convene important discussions on the conference stage.

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