Bart Vermeulen
About Bart Vermeulen
Bart Vermeulen is the Director of Government Relations Europe at ExxonMobil, with over 20 years of experience in public affairs within the energy sector.
Company
Bart Vermeulen currently works at ExxonMobil as the Director of Government Relations Europe. He has been with ExxonMobil since 2000, holding various positions that have advanced his expertise within the company.
Title
Bart Vermeulen holds the title of Director, Government Relations Europe at ExxonMobil. He assumed this position in 2022 and operates out of Brussels, Belgium.
Professional Background
Bart Vermeulen has accumulated over 20 years of experience in public affairs within the energy sector. His career at ExxonMobil has seen him take on roles such as Global Public and Government Affairs Manager, European Union Affairs Manager, and Public & Government Affairs Manager. With a focus on government and media relations, he has managed both global and regional teams across various geographies including the United States, Brussels, and the Netherlands.
Education and Expertise
Bart Vermeulen studied Political Science and International Economics at the University of Minnesota from 1996 to 1997. He also earned an M.A. in International Relations from the University of Groningen, where he studied from 1992 to 1998. Early in his academic career, he completed his VWO at Veluws College in Apeldoorn.
Environmental and Climate Change Focus
Bart Vermeulen is passionate about addressing climate change challenges. He is committed to finding solutions and ensuring ExxonMobil plays a positive role in these efforts. He draws inspiration from individuals in politics, society, media, and NGOs who are willing to collaborate across divides and seek unconventional solutions.