Who We Are

Our team leverages technical expertise and extensive networks to forge lasting relationships. We are passionate about our mission and meticulous in our delivery, always mindful of the nuances involved in cross-border appointments

Dr Edward Libbey
Managing Partner

Before transitioning to executive search, Edward enjoyed a 25-year career at BP, where he oversaw their European refining, supply, and trading business, along with holding similar roles in the US. He later served as the US President and Director of Whatman plc, a UK-listed innovator in separation technologies. As an angel investor, he led World Energy Solutions, a Boston-based high-tech company, through a TSX IPO and subsequent move to NASDAQ. He has also been a board member of the UK Oil & Pipelines Agency (OPA) and served as Chair or Audit Chair for various NHS, MoD, and DfE organizations. Edward holds an MA and a PhD in Chemistry from the University of Cambridge, with first-class honours, and completed a PMD at Harvard Business School.

Oliver Knox
Managing Partner

Oliver’s academic background in earth sciences has facilitated the development of long-term relationships with leading figures and companies in the energy and commodities sectors worldwide. Initially focusing on finance, his career progressed to supporting the full executive suite with complex search and human capital advisory projects. Oliver began his collaboration with Edward in 2012 as partners in an energy-focused practice. Their successful partnership motivated them to establish Enervise, aimed at providing an enhanced, tailored offering to their markets. Oliver earned a BSc in Earth Sciences from the University of Southampton.