The Digital Oil & Gas Summit Advisory Committee 2026
CEO
VISCO
Prashant Soni is the CEO of VISCO, bringing deep technical and commercial experience from senior roles at DNV and Aker BP. With a PhD in hydrodynamics and leadership of the SUBPRO Zero research centre, he specialises in applying advanced engineering, data and visualisation technologies to improve performance across the energy sector. At VISCO, he will focus on scaling digital-first solutions that support safer, more efficient and more sustainable operations.
Head of Process Control & IT Engineering Unit
Saudi Aramco
Ahmed is a distinguished OT cybersecurity influencer currently leading the Process Control & IT engineering unit in Saudi Aramco Gas operations. He is equipped with 18 years of expertise in safeguarding critical infrastructures, developing and managing information security management systems (ISMS), and a proven track in enhancing cybersecurity GRC & operation controls. He is also the Digital Transformation lead in his organization with demonstrated excellence in technology deployment and digital maturity.
Ahmed Holds a bachelor’s degree in MIS from King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM) and a master’s degree in cybersecurity from Georgia Institute of Technology. He also has multiple recognized cybersecurity certifications.
Ahmed is a firm believer in the power and importance of knowledge sharing and volunteerism as he is a member of Information Security Association – Hemaya. He is also a passionate speaker with participation in multiple international summits and conferences.
Group CIO
Motor Oil
Nick Giannakakis holds an MBA in Industrial Systems Administration and a BA in Physics. He is an alumnus of the International Institute for Management Development (IMD) and brings 18 years of experience in senior IT leadership roles across leading multinational organisations.
In 2024, Nick was recognised as one of the Top 100 Chief Information Officers. He has led global teams across digital innovation and product management, and has been a pioneer in establishing Global AI Centres of Excellence within organisations including British American Tobacco and Motor Oil Hellas.
