Manuel Terranova
About Manuel Terranova
Manuel Terranova is the co-founder and CEO of Peaxy, previously holding significant roles at General Electric, including Senior Vice President of the Drilling and Production business.
Manuel Terranova: Co-founder and CEO of Peaxy
Manuel Terranova is the co-founder and CEO of Peaxy, a company known for its innovative data management solutions. His leadership now drives the company's strategic direction, leveraging his extensive experience in the energy sector. His career is marked by significant roles at General Electric (GE) and active involvement in safety committees for national organizations. At Peaxy, he leads efforts to develop technologies that address complex data challenges.
Manuel Terranova's Role at General Electric
Before co-founding Peaxy, Manuel Terranova held significant positions at General Electric, including Senior Vice President of GE's Drilling and Production business. He managed a $5.2 billion portfolio, with responsibilities spanning commercial and regional resources globally. Notable achievements include the creation of a $200 million subsea equipment joint venture in sub-Saharan Africa and leading several software development initiatives like a GIS software business and remote pipeline monitoring systems.
Manuel Terranova's Achievements at GE
During his tenure at General Electric, Manuel Terranova's contributions were substantial. As the CIO of GE's Oil & Gas division from 2002 to 2006, he spearheaded several initiatives, most notably SupportCentral, a knowledge-based portal that became one of GE’s most used applications. In 2010, he was honored with the Chairman's Award for Technology and Innovation and successfully launched a remotely enabled subsea control system that set industry records for market-share gains.
Manuel Terranova's Contributions to National Committees
Since 2013, Manuel Terranova has been actively involved as a committee member for the National Academy of Sciences and the National Transportation Safety Board. His work in these roles has significantly contributed to enhancing the safety protocols of offshore oil and gas operations. His expertise in the energy sector has helped guide national safety standards and practices, ensuring better safety measures are in place for industry operations.