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People and Culture
Summer students welcomed each year
across various departments, providing valuable work experience and fostering the next generation of talent.
Environment
550,000 hectares monitored
for biodiversity conservation in 2023, ensuring the protection of ecosystems in areas where we operate.
Strengthening Communities
Water for All Program launched by Parex in 2018
with a total investment to date of ~ US$1.5 million, improving water access and quality for over 36,500 local community members.
People and Culture
24% of Leaders are women
reflecting our commitment to build a diverse and inclusive organization.
Sustainability
39% cumulative reduction
in scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions intensity from 2019 level.
People and Culture
Our Diversity Dashboard is updated annually
offering a overview of Parex’s diversity demographics and talent distribution.
Operations
Diverse portfolio with 39 exploration and development blocks
onshore in Colombia.
Environment
Supported the release of 600 Galapaga turtles
in 2023 through the Galapaga Footprint Program, supporting biodiversity and marine life protection initiatives.
Environment
27,700+ trees planted
in 2023 as part of our voluntary tree planting program.
Governance
50% of the Board Committee
chairs are women.
Operations
Portfolio includes ~5.5 million net acres of land
making Parex the largest independent land holder in Colombia.
Strengthening Communities
Over half of our Calgary office volunteered
with Brown Bagging for Calgary Kids in 2023.
Strengthening Communities
Over 470,000 people helped
from the Works for Taxes Program since 2017.
Operations
1,200+
contractors and suppliers within our supply chain.
Sustainability
~500,000 people benefited
from programs that are aligned with Sustainable Development Goals.
Sustainability
Energy for All Program launched
in 2021 by Parex, provides solar energy access to neighboring communities and local schools lacking power infrastructure.
Strengthening Communities
Approximately US$227,000 invested in the Energy for All Program
benefiting over 1,600 community members through various solar energy projects.
Strengthening Communities
80 small businesses supported in 2023
through initiatives aimed at fostering local economic growth and entrepreneurship.
Operations
98% YoY reduction in oil spills
from operations, highlighting our focus on operational safety and environmental protection.
Sustainability
4,700+ community members gained access
to clean water and renewable energy in 2023 through our infrastructure projects aimed at improving local living conditions.
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Katie Bernard

Senior Vice President, New Ventures

Ms. Bernard joined Parex in 2021 and is currently the Senior Vice President, New Ventures, leading a cross-functional team to identify and evaluate new business opportunities within and outside of Latin America. With over 29 years of industry experience, Ms. Bernard has built an extensive background in negotiating and managing upstream commercial agreements and contracts for E&P companies, including accountabilities for all relevant new business development, new ventures and commercial issues with partners, governments, and competitors.

Prior to joining Parex in 2021, Ms. Bernard held roles of increasing responsibility with Shell International Exploration & Production, where she contributed to both new business development and the communication of the overall strategic direction for RDS Group and its Upstream International business to the external community. She has also held roles with several international companies including CEPSA, Moore Stephens, and Amec.

Ms. Bernard holds a Masters of Science in Economics and a Bachelor of Arts Honors degree in Geography from the University College of London. In addition, Ms. Bernard holds a Non-Executive Director Diploma having completed the Pearson SRF BTEC Board Director Program.