Amit Soman

Architected and delivered a fit-for-purpose compliance framework (HSSE, Ethics & Compliance, Contracting & Procurement) enabling Sprng Energy to operate within Shell's global governance environment Translated a complex $1.5B+ acquisition into an operationally embedded, audit-ready entity within Shell's performance framework, without business disruption. Drove one of the most sensitive dimensions of M&A integration: cultural and organisational alignment — partnering directly with the CEO and CFO to build trust and win commitment from Sprng employees through a major ownership transition.

Led a 5-member team managing a >$150 million/year gas trading desk through LNG and domestic gas sales and optimization in India Set record for sales and gas throughput for Hazira terminal while navigating through extreme volatility and uncertainty during COVID-19

Built Shell's renewable power strategy for India and Southeast Asia from the ground up — translating it into a live M&A pipeline that culminated in the investment in Cleantech Solar (Asia-Pac C&I Renewables platform) Executed two end-to-end deals as Business/Commercial Lead, covering origination through financial close and operational integration. Embedded into Cleantech Solar's NOV Governance team to drive deal objective realisation, bridging Shell's investment thesis with on-the-ground execution.

Shaped India's natural gas policy environment by running a national stakeholder advocacy programme — influencing regulatory outcomes in favour of gas adoption (30% energy mix share by 2030) across the energy sector. Co-authored Shell's global gas + renewables narrative, to demonstrate how emerging markets can credibly transition from coal to gas to clean energy.

Managed a $500M global spend category — standardising supplier and contract frameworks across Shell operating units and Joint Ventures worldwide Drove adoption of global Enterprise Framework Agreements across diverse geographies through complex change management and multi-stakeholder alignment.

Founded and scaled two practice areas (Upstream and Contracting & Procurement) within Shell's internal consulting unit — growing the team from 5 to 25 consultants.

Advised C-suite leaders across energy, infrastructure, FMCG, auto, and retail on growth strategy, corporate restructuring, and operational transformation.

Core member of the operations team behind the discovery and pre-development of KG-D6 (Dhirubhai Gas Fields) — India's largest deepwater natural gas find. Built the original reservoir and production network model for KG-D6, underpinning field development planning for one of India's most strategic energy assets.