Jim Sledzik is Managing Director for Saudi Aramco Energy Ventures (SAEV-US), heading its North America office since October 2018. He is responsible for overseeing existing investments and growing SAEV’s investment portfolio. With more than 32 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, including over 14 years in venture capital and private equity investing, he currently serves on the board of directors for portfolio companies ConXtech, Clarke Valves, Zahroof Valves and recently exited the Novomer board following the sale of the company. His prior career includes 11 years in venture capital with Energy Ventures and Hall Labs and also covering a wide range of technology roles in Schlumberger, including Global Marketing & New Technology Director and Vice President of Multi Client Services for WesternGeco and Global Account Director for Schlumberger. Jim earned a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Pittsburgh and a bachelor’s of science in geosciences from Pennsylvania State University.