With over two decades in the energy industry and numerous leadership roles in both operations and engineering, Lydia is a true Leader. She has a passion for mentoring and promoting great talent, especially within the BAME community. Lydia has experienced much success in her career, like promotions and recognitions. She has led large teams including being the first Black female Engineering Manager in bp to lead an organisation of 244 multi-discipline engineers. Beyond career successes, she co-founded a foundation, with the primary purpose of improving the living conditions of vulnerable people including refugees, internally displaced Persons (IDPs), orphans, widows and widowers, and the aged people living in our communities.