Khalil Huseynov

Khalil Huseynov

Strategic Business Leader | M&A & Private Equity Consultant | Digital Transformation & Engineering Executive
Baku, Azerbaijan.

About

Accomplished executive with over two decades of international experience in strategic management, M&A, and business development across diverse industries, including private equity and energy. Blending an engineering mindset with an entrepreneurial drive, I excel at optimizing operational efficiency, leading digital transformation initiatives, and driving value creation for forward-thinking organizations. Proven expertise in leveraging AI/ML, strategic planning, and cross-functional leadership to achieve tangible, meaningful impact and foster sustainable growth.

Work

Azerbaijan State Oil & Industry University (ASOIU)
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Visiting Lecturer

Baku, Baku, Azerbaijan

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Summary

As a Visiting Lecturer, I impart two decades of international technical and business management expertise to master's students in MBA and Petroleum Engineering, preparing them for industry challenges.

Highlights

Leveraged two decades of international technical and business management expertise to deliver advanced lectures in MBA and Petroleum Engineering.

Mentored and prepared master's students to address complex industry challenges and accelerate career progression in dynamic fields.

Developed curriculum content focusing on Industry 4.0, Digital Twin Technologies, and advanced drilling techniques for future industry leaders.

BlackHouse Private Equity group
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Consultant, International Investments

Remote, Global, US

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Summary

As a Consultant, I lead strategic M&A initiatives and international investment projects, focusing on bespoke deal structures that align with founders' objectives and drive growth across diverse industries.

Highlights

Led strategic M&A advisory, developing ecological deal structures that aligned with business founders' core objectives and personal aspirations.

Drove significant growth, scaling, and operational optimization for diverse portfolio companies across various industries, enhancing market value.

Executed comprehensive business valuations using various international approaches, providing critical insights for investment and acquisition decisions.

Orchestrated IPO preparations, worldwide stock exchange listings, and liquidity planning, facilitating successful market entries and exits.

National Oilwell Varco
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Country Manager & Branch Director

Baku, Baku, Azerbaijan

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Summary

As Country Manager & Branch Director, I spearheaded strategic business development, managed P&L for a >$30M operation, and optimized corporate tasks to achieve significant growth and efficiency.

Highlights

Managed P&L for a >$30M USD operation, driving EBITDA growth by up to 16% and significantly improving cash flow and balance sheet strength.

Spearheaded multiple business restructuring initiatives, implementing optimization techniques that sustained operations and ensured resilience during economic downturns.

Orchestrated cross-functional collaboration with NOV headquarters and business units, enhancing operational efficiency, staff performance, and business development.

Managed complex big data processing from due diligence, synthesizing insights into comprehensive stakeholder reports for strategic decision-making.

National Oilwell Varco
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Business Development / Key Account Manager

Baku, Baku, Azerbaijan

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Summary

As Business Development / Key Account Manager, I directed corporate services and established strategic partnerships, consistently achieving sales and profit targets in the Oil & Gas sector.

Highlights

Exceeded sales, gross profit, and technology promotion targets by strategically leading sales efforts across diverse product lines and services.

Spearheaded sales team efforts to acquire significant market share in BP's ACG and Shah Deniz fields, optimizing equipment integration and delivery.

Cultivated strong relationships with new and existing customers, effectively promoting product lines and services to drive sustained business growth.

Conducted in-depth market trend analysis, competitive intelligence, and customer behavior studies, delivering actionable insights for business growth strategies.

Schlumberger
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Senior Drilling Engineer

Baku, Baku, Azerbaijan

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Summary

As Senior Drilling Engineer, I spearheaded complex drilling projects from planning to execution, ensuring successful delivery within time and budgetary constraints while upholding high quality standards.

Highlights

Directed complex drilling projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to stringent quality and regulatory standards within budget.

Pioneered and implemented advanced industry practices, significantly enhancing the efficiency and safety of planned well operations.

Formulated wellbore design proposals and conducted anti-collision analyses, mitigating potential issues and ensuring operational integrity.

Led comprehensive pre and post-job evaluations, fostering continuous improvement within the drilling engineering team through service quality meetings.

Gobustan Operating Company
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Drilling Engineer

Baku, Baku, Azerbaijan

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Summary

As Drilling Engineer, I streamlined well operations and managed field development, ensuring high-quality equipment utilization and adherence to industry standards for project success.

Highlights

Streamlined well operations by optimizing drilling programs, ensuring high-quality equipment utilization and adherence to industry standards.

Enhanced wellsite safety by resolving critical issues and implementing effective staff coaching, significantly reducing incident rates.

Managed land rigs and prepared tenders for contract management, deploying contractors' equipment to fulfill operational requirements.

Compiled and analyzed comprehensive service reports from contractors, ensuring all wellsite operations met high quality and performance standards.

Weatherford International
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Field Engineer & Workshop Supervisor

Multiple, Multiple, Global

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Summary

As Field Engineer & Workshop Supervisor, I served as the technical and operational focal point, coordinating critical resources across Azerbaijan, UK, and UAE to meet dynamic project demands.

Highlights

Served as the primary technical and operational focal point, coordinating people, technology, and working capital to meet dynamic demands across Azerbaijan, UK, and UAE.

Managed technical operations across multiple international sites, ensuring optimal resource allocation and project execution.

Supervised workshop activities and field engineering teams, upholding high standards of quality and operational efficiency.

Halliburton
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Senior Electro-Mechanical Technician

Multiple, Multiple, Global

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Summary

As Senior Electro-Mechanical Technician, I performed essential repair and maintenance of electro-mechanical equipment, ensuring optimal availability and readiness for critical field operations across international sites.

Highlights

Performed advanced diagnostics and critical repairs on complex electro-mechanical equipment, minimizing downtime and extending asset lifespan.

Coordinated closely with field personnel to ensure timely equipment readiness, directly supporting critical project timelines and operational continuity.

Implemented preventative maintenance schedules, improving equipment reliability and reducing unexpected failures across diverse international sites.

Education

Azerbaijan State Oil & Industry University (ASOIU)
Baku, Baku, Azerbaijan

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PhD Candidate

Industry 4.0 Transformation Technology for Energy Extraction Processes

Heriot Watt University
Edinburgh, Scotland, UK

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Master of Science

Petroleum Engineering

Azerbaijan State Oil Academy
Baku, Baku, Azerbaijan

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Bachelor of Science

Engineering Economics & Management

Languages

English
Russian
Azerbaijani
Turkish

Certificates

CFA Level I Candidate

Issued By

CFA Institute

New Manager Development Program

Issued By

Harvard University

Skills

Business Strategy & Development

Strategic Planning, Business Development, M&A (Mergers & Acquisition), Deal Origination, Business Consultancy, Board Advisory, Business Turnarounds, International Market Acquisitions, Market Analysis, P&L Management, Budget Administration, Financial Forecasting, Business Optimization, Contracts Development, Negotiation, Sales Leadership, Key Account Management.

Technology & Digital Transformation

Digital Transformation, AI (Artificial Intelligence) Adoption, Machine Learning (ML) Execution, Product Development, Technical Involvement, Industry 4.0, Digital Twin Technologies, Software Proficiency, Engineering Economics.

Project & Operations Management

Project Management, Business Process Optimization, Operational Efficiency, Cross-functional Leadership, Resource Coordination, KPI Management, Risk Mitigation, Supply Chain Management, Process Improvement, Field Operations Management, Drilling Programs.

Financial Management & Valuation

Business Valuations, Financial Restructuring, Capital Investments, IPO Preparation, Liquidity Planning, Working Capital Management, EBITDA Growth, Due Diligence.

Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement

Stakeholder Relationship Building, Team Leadership, Cross-functional Collaboration, Mentorship, International Relations, Corporate Governance.

Petroleum Engineering & Technical Operations

Petroleum Engineering, Drilling Engineering, Well Operations, Directional Drilling, Multilateral Wells, Workover Operations, Well Remediation, Electro-Mechanical Systems, Equipment Maintenance, Technical Diagnostics, Oil & Gas Technology, Scientific Research.

Publications

The Development of Constructive Methods for Monitoring and Managing Complex Oil and Gas Production Systems under Uncertainty: The Case of Azerbaijan

Published by

World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews

Summary

Azerbaijan’s oil and gas sector is rapidly adopting digital technologies (digital twins, remote control, predictive maintenance), yet constructive methods for monitoring and managing complex production systems under uncertainty lag behind practical needs. This gap reduces the effectiveness of digital investments and exposes operations to operational, economic, and environmental risks. This paper reviews the state of technology and methodology in Azerbaijan, identifies methodological shortfalls (uncertainty modeling, real-time decision algorithms, robust adaptive control), and proposes a research agenda emphasizing probabilistic models, hybrid fuzzy–Bayesian frameworks, and reinforcement learning approaches tailored to Azerbaijani field conditions. Examples from BP’s ACE platform and SOCAR’s digital projects illustrate both progress and remaining methodological challenges. Practical recommendations for industry–academia collaboration, pilot deployments, and capacity building conclude the paper.

The Importance of Considering Hedges in Emotional Sentiment Analysis

Published by

ICAFS

DYNAMIC MODELING OF HORIZONTAL DRILLING IN ABSHERON PENINSULA.

Published by

IX International Scientific and Practical Conference, 25 April 2025, Osaka, Japan

Summary

In the Absheron peninsula, where horizontal drilling has become crucial for unlocking mature reservoirs, accurate characterization of fluid distribution is paramount for optimizing production. Advanced geological and geophysical methods are employed to delineate complex reservoir heterogeneities, which often produce irregular fluid contacts along horizontal wellbores. Key words: horizontal drilling, reservoir, oil, gas, fluid, gravity segregation, dynamic modeling.

THE CRUCIAL ROLE OF OIL SPILL ON THE ENVIRONMENT

Published by

World Science

Summary

The world's primary energy oil and gas integration into ecosystems poses a substantial risk to both public health and the environment. Protecting these resources over thousands of miles is a tough job, but the first step is knowing what is there to protect. Research proposes strategies for reducing oil pollution and its impact to ecological footprint. Effective emergency cleaning procedures and well-established cleanup efforts, along with financial compensation for affected areas, is of vital importance because of the societal, economic, and environmental impacts of oil spill.

THE COMPLEXITY OF CUTTING PARAMETERS AND OPTIMAL TOOL CHOICE.

Published by

V International Scientific and Practical Conference, 23 January 2025, Toronto, Canada

Summary

Surface integrity prediction of hard machining using cutting tools remains a major topic for many high value added applications. Various cutting process, a cutting force models were developed in the field. Measurements at the cutting area are carried out during drilling tests on tubes. The complexity of defining optimal cutting parameters and optimal tool design must be taken into consideration. Key words: surface integrity, tool damage, cutting process, heat, force.

Interests

Music Production

Album Production, Songwriting, Sound Design.

Technical Writing

Industry Analysis, Business Analytics, Blogging, Journalism.