HOUSTON, TX, September 14, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Adriana Rodriguez Zaidiza has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Her leadership distinguishes her career in drilling some of the world's record-setting operations, including her involvement with two of the three current longest wells ever drilled. These achievements showcase her commitment to overcoming technological barriers and advancing the field through innovation and careful analysis. By developing new concepts and utilizing advanced tools, Ms. Rodriguez Zaidiza has contributed significantly to making previously undrillable projects possible, setting benchmarks that are highly regarded throughout the industry.

Ms. Rodriguez Zaidiza currently serves as global SWE – ConneXus for bp in Houston, Texas, a role she has held since 2023. In this position, she has continued to demonstrate her expertise in well construction, an area in which she is widely recognized.

Before joining bp, Ms. Rodriguez Zaidiza was global curriculum associate for drilling, digital well construction and new energies at SLB from 2020 to 2023. During this period, she focused on shaping educational programs and advancing technical knowledge within the top oil field services organization. Additionally, from 2018 to 2023, she served as global drilling and well engineering technical community leader at SLB, where she played a pivotal role in fostering collaboration and sharing best practices among professionals worldwide.

From 2017 to 2020, Ms. Rodriguez Zaidiza held the position of global consulting drilling team leader at SLB. In this capacity, she led teams responsible for executing complex drilling operations and contributed to the company's reputation for technical excellence. Between 2012 and 2017, she was well construction leader at SLB, further solidifying her standing as an innovator in the field.

In 2012, Ms. Rodriguez Zaidiza worked as an IPM drilling and completions lead well engineer for joint ventures between the Ecuador's national oil company, and SLB in Quito, Ecuador. This experience broadened her international perspective and deepened her understanding of collaborative projects across the most challenging drilling contexts globally.

Her earlier roles include serving as well integrity champion at SLB in the most geologically complex field in the planet as per SPE documentation in Barrancabermeja, Colombia, from 2009 to 2010. In 2009, she was IPM drilling and completions well engineer for the automated factory drilling and completions project at SLB in Poza Rica, Mexico. From 2008 to 2009, she took on the responsibilities of IPM drilling and completions well engineer for a waterflooding joint venture with Ecopetrol and SLB in Barrancabermeja, Colombia. Ms. Rodriguez Zaidiza began her professional journey as a planning engineer with Ecopetrol and SLB in Barrancabermeja in 2008.

Throughout her career, Ms. Rodriguez Zaidiza has been an active member of key industry organizations, including the American Association of Drilling Engineers and the Society of Petroleum Engineers. These affiliations have provided her with valuable opportunities for professional development and networking within the energy sector.

Ms. Rodriguez Zaidiza's academic foundation includes earning a Bachelor of Engineering in electronic engineering from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana in Bogotá, Colombia, in 2008. Her education has equipped her with analytical skills and technical knowledge essential for success in well construction and engineering leadership roles.

She has also pursued a range of certifications that have enhanced her expertise across multiple domains. In 2020, Ms. Rodriguez Zaidiza completed coursework in economics of the clean energy transition at Stanford University, reflecting her commitment to sustainable energy solutions. She earned certification in risk management – budgets and project management through NEXT – Schlumberger in 2014; project management at Schlumberger Management Center Europe in 2012; Project management at Schlumberger Europe Learning Center in 2011; Schlumberger drilling engineering management at Schlumberger Europe Learning Center in 2010; Schlumberger drilling operations management at Schlumberger Europe Learning Center in 2009; and introduction to drilling and production technologies at Schlumberger Europe Learning Center also in 2009.

Ms. Rodriguez Zaidiza attributes her success to being surrounded by individuals who have exposed her to challenging scenarios worldwide. Her openness to relocating for complex assignments underscores her adaptability and willingness to tackle new environments. She is known for proposing creative solutions that others may hesitate to suggest, transforming ideas into practical outcomes by pushing technical boundaries. The support she receives when presenting innovative approaches has been vital to her growth. Currently, she focuses on knowledge management and inspiring teams so they too can make meaningful contributions — a testament to her dedication not only to personal achievement but also to collective advancement.

Her accomplishments have been recognized through prestigious awards such as the Schlumberger First Prize Worldwide for technology excellence in 2015 and the Chairman's Award from the Schlumberger chief executive officer in 2009.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Ms. Rodriguez Zaidiza is committed to civic engagement as a tech teacher for public schools since 2008. This long-standing involvement reflects her belief in education's transformative power both within industry circles and broader society.

Outside of work, Ms. Rodriguez Zaidiza enjoys hiking and cooking. She is also devoted to family life with one son.

Looking ahead, Ms. Rodriguez Zaidiza aims to push the boundaries of her work by delivering authentic assets that benefit society on a global scale. She is dedicated to expanding assets that enable energy production while considering social factors, risk management and educational outreach. Her mission centers on empowering people with trustworthy information about sustainability — not only focusing on clean air but also addressing broader ecosystem challenges such as water resources — thereby fostering greater awareness within communities worldwide.

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