Axel A.O. Wenke

Critic
DISC Type : C

Director New Energy & BD at Neptune Energy Innovations GmbH at Neptune Energy

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Overview

Axel A. O. Wenke is the Director of New Energy and Business Development at Neptune Energy, leveraging over 18 years of international experience in gas, oil, and geothermal exploration. With a PhD in Geology from Heidelberg University, he is an expert in leading large-scale projects and driving innovation in the energy sector.

His career showcases a commitment to pioneering new energy frontiers, having previously led exploration for GeoThermal Engineering GmbH. He has a history of managing teams of up to 100 people and is proficient in building strategic industry and research collaborations.

He was instrumental in developing a new high-resolution "Seismic Prediction While Drilling" concept, demonstrating his hands-on approach to technological innovation in geothermal drilling.

Personality Overview

Objective Thinker

Precise

Critic

They are quite likely to negotiate on pricing or other key terms.  They like to take decisions independently and do not seek others' support often. They prefer to analyze logically and value objective facts over emotions.

Topics They Care About

Geothermal Exploration
Previously Head of Exploration at GeoThermal Engineering GmbH and has authored multiple research papers on identifying and modeling potential geothermal reservoirs.
New Energy Development
His current role as Director of New Energy at Neptune Energy is focused on identifying and implementing new energy projects, moving beyond traditional oil and gas.
Petroleum System Analysis
Has extensive experience from his time at Equinor and has published detailed analyses on petroleum systems in the Norwegian Sea and offshore Morocco.

Media Appearances

Axel has no verified media appearances

Work History

1-2026
Director New Energy & BD at Neptune Energy Innovations GmbH at Neptune Energy
1-2024 - 12-2025
Director New Energy and BD at Neptune Energy
5-2020 - 12-2023
Leader/Manager NCS Deepwater Exploration at Equinor
11-2012 - 5-2020
Petroleum Systems Analyst at Equinor
4-2008 - 10-2012
Research Geologist at GeoResources - STC

Education

2008 - 2014
PhD in Geology (doctor of natural sciences) from Heidelberg University
2013 - 2014
exec. Master's Degree from Jacobs University Bremen

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Insights For Selling To Axel A.O.

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • If you can, show them industry reports or analyst comments instead of sharing anecdotal stories
  • Use phrases like ‘expect X% improvement’, ‘data clearly shows’ etc.
  • Tell them what ROI they can expect

DONT's

  • Don’t try to give too many examples of other users, they like to make their own decisions
  • Avoid phrases like ‘trust me’, ‘others just love’ etc.
  • Don’t rush them till they have clearly gotten all the necessary information

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Axel A.O. is

  • Proof of ROI, low pricing and objective proof points are the important factors for them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Axel A.O.

  • They do not mind saying no if they believe that it is the right decision.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Axel A.O. move?

  • They are neither the fastest nor the slowest decision makers, they are somewhere in the middle.
  • Can Axel A.O. take some risk or not?

  • They can bear some risk if their analysis backs the decision.

You And Axel A.O.

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