Strategic Advisor & Executive Coach for Business Owners Who Mean Business
I'm David Purvis — a strategic advisor, executive coach, and facilitator for business owners and leaders who are serious about growth. With 36 years of global leadership experience in the oil and gas industry and a deep commitment to developing people and driving operational excellence, I help businesses navigate complexity, make better decisions, and achieve sustainable success.
DAVID PURVIS
Strategic Advisor • Executive Coach • TAB Facilitator
I hold a BS in Chemical Engineering from Mississippi State University and am a registered Professional Engineer in Louisiana. I'm also a graduate of the Shell Executive Leadership Program at INSEAD, and I've spent my career leading teams across international and domestic operations.
MY BACKGROUND
36 Years of Executive Leadership
My career in the oil and gas sector gave me a front-row seat to some of the most complex business challenges imaginable—managing risk in deepwater fields, navigating international regulatory environments, and leading technical assurance for investments worth hundreds of millions of dollars.
WHAT I DO TODAY
How I Can Help You
Education & Credentials
Shell Executive Leadership Program
INSEAD Graduate
B.S. Chemical Engineering
Mississippi State University
Registered Professional Engineer
Louisiana (Petroleum)
SPE Lifetime Member
Society of Petroleum Engineers
Leadership Is About People, Not Just Process
I've seen organizations succeed and fail, and the difference almost always comes down to people. Great strategy without great execution is just a plan on paper. That's why my work is always people-first.
Three Core Principles:
Integrity
I operate with honesty, transparency, and a commitment to doing what’s right – not just what’s easy.
Engagement
Every voice is heard, every perspective valued, and every team member empowered to contribute.
Results
At the end of the day, what matters is impact. I focus on delivering measurable outcomes.
