Strategic Consulting Services

Strategic Guidance Grounded in 36 Years of Executive Leadership

From investment reviews to business development and operational performance, I help businesses and boards make quality decisions that drive growth.

You're facing complex challenges. Major capital investments. M&A opportunities. Operational performance gaps. Leadership transitions. Strategic planning needs.

You need someone who's been in the trenches — someone who's led teams through volatility, managed multimillion-dollar decisions, and delivered results in the most demanding environments imaginable.

With 36 years of global executive leadership experience and a proven track record of building actionable plans that deliver strategic objectives, I provide the clarity, rigor, and expertise you need to move forward with confidence.

Services

Comprehensive Strategic Support

🗺️ Strategic Planning & Execution

What I Do: I help leadership teams and boards define clear strategic objectives, build actionable plans, and create the alignment needed to execute with precision.

You'll Get

  • Strategic framing and objective-setting
  • Actionable roadmaps with clear milestones and accountability
  • Organizational design and resource allocation guidance
  • Ongoing support to ensure plans don't gather dust on a shelf
Ideal for: CEOs, boards, leadership teams preparing for growth, transition, or market shifts
🔍 Technical Assurance & Investment Reviews

What I Do: I lead comprehensive reviews of the technical and business risks associated with major capital investments — ensuring maximum value and informed decision-making.

You'll Get

  • Risk analysis and evaluation of reserves and resources
  • Technical and financial due diligence
  • Clear recommendations grounded in data and experience
  • Assurance that your investment decisions are sound
Ideal for: Boards, investment committees, CFOs, and executives evaluating large-scale capital projects
🤝 Business Development (M&A)

What I Do: I leverage technical, business, and planning expertise to guide M&A programs, field development initiatives, and growth strategies that maximize value.

You'll Get

  • Target identification and evaluation
  • Due diligence leadership
  • Integration planning and execution support
  • Strategic alignment to ensure acquisitions deliver on their promise
Ideal for: Companies exploring acquisitions, divestitures, or joint ventures
🛡️ HSE & Operations Performance

What I Do: I help organizations build strong health, safety, environmental, and operational performance through risk analysis, compliance focus, and employee engagement.

You'll Get

  • Performance benchmarking and gap analysis
  • Intervention strategies to drive world-class results
  • Leadership coaching on creating a culture of safety and accountability
  • Systems and processes that sustain performance over time
Ideal for: Operations leaders, COOs, and executives committed to operational excellence
👥 People & Leader Development

What I Do: I coach and mentor individuals at all levels — from emerging leaders to C-suite executives — helping them grow their capabilities, build confidence, and drive impact.

You'll Get

  • One-on-one executive coaching
  • Leadership development programs for teams
  • Succession planning and talent pipeline development
  • Customized coaching tailored to your unique challenges and goals
Ideal for: Executives, high-potential leaders, and organizations committed to building leadership bench strength
⚙️ Process Improvement

What I Do: I apply proven process improvement techniques to drive efficiency gains, improve quality, and eliminate waste across operations.

You'll Get

  • Process mapping and bottleneck identification
  • Root cause analysis and corrective action planning
  • Implementation support and change management
  • Measurement systems to track and sustain improvements
Ideal for: Operations teams, plant managers, and leaders focused on driving continuous improvement
How We Work Together

A Customized Approach to Your Unique Challenges

Every engagement is different. Some clients need a one-time strategic planning session. Others need ongoing advisory support. Whatever your needs, I bring the same rigor, discipline, and commitment to results.

1

Discovery

We start with a conversation to understand your challenges, your goals, and your timeline. This is a no-pressure discussion designed to determine if we're a good fit.

2

Scope & Proposal

I'll develop a customized proposal outlining the scope of work, deliverables, timeline, and investment. Everything is transparent and tailored to your needs.

3

Execution

We get to work. Whether it's facilitating strategic planning sessions, conducting due diligence, or coaching your leadership team, I bring deep expertise and a hands-on approach.

4

Results & Follow-Up

At the end of our engagement, you'll have clear deliverables, actionable recommendations, and the support you need to implement and sustain results.

Why Work with Me

Experience. Integrity. Results.

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36 Years of Proven Leadership

Deep Executive Experience

I've led teams through some of the most complex challenges in the energy sector — managing international operations, multimillion-dollar investments, and high-stakes decision-making.

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Technical & Strategic Expertise

P.E. + INSEAD Executive Leadership

I bring both deep technical knowledge (Registered P.E., Chemical Engineering background) and strategic business acumen (INSEAD Executive Leadership Program, decades of C-suite experience).

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People-First Approach

Leadership That Builds Lasting Capability

I believe great results come from great people. My work is always focused on building capability, creating alignment, and developing leaders who can sustain success long after our engagement ends.

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Proven Methodologies

Frameworks That Deliver Results

I don't reinvent the wheel. I use proven frameworks, tools, and processes that have delivered results across industries and geographies.

Let's Talk

Ready to Get Started?

Whether you're facing a critical investment decision, planning for growth, or looking to build leadership capability across your organization, I'm here to help.

Get in Touch

👤 David Purvis, P.E.

Credentials

  • 36 Years of Executive Leadership Experience
  • Registered Professional Engineer — Louisiana
  • INSEAD — Shell Executive Leadership Program
  • SPE Lifetime Member
  • TAB Facilitator — The Alternative Board, New Orleans