GARRY P.
MAHONEY
Chairman
Garry held directorships and executive leadership positions in the BP, ENI/Saipem and Worley across oil and gas, energy and technology sectors, including SVP Global BD, CTO, and Corporate Engineering/Technical Authority. He was also previously a Director at Opensource SI Capital, a full-service stockbroker specialising in the capital markets activity of small cap. mining and energy sectors. He played key roles in pre-IPO financing, M&A, IPOs and project development finance. Garry’s balance of financial, commercial and technical expertise spans project appraisal, structuring, equity/debt financing, and governance of project delivery and asset operation.
Garry is a graduate engineer from Imperial College.
PIERPAOLO
ROCCO
Executive Director, CEO
Pierpaolo brings to the table an extensive portfolio of over 25 years, specializing in steering the development of large-scale projects within the energy sector. His career encompasses executive leadership roles with independent operators, as well as pivotal contributions to major project management and commercial endeavors for industry titans such as Total, ENI, and Shell, alongside several tier-one contractors.
Renowned for his ability to orchestrate high-performing teams towards the successful execution of large projects, Pierpaolo has a proven track record of delivering safe, profitable outcomes. His expertise lies in defining clear pathways for navigating the complexities inherent in such ventures, coupled with an innate talent for driving strategic planning and execution. Pierpaolo's leadership has been instrumental in overseeing transformative initiatives, ensuring the seamless delivery of ambitious projects that not only meet objectives but also drive sustainable profitability.
His academic background includes an MEng from Naples' Polytechnic and an MBA in Oil and Gas Management from Robert Gordons, providing him with a solid foundation in engineering and management principles, which he applies adeptly to his role.
SIMON
DON
Executive Director, Compliance & Operations (UK)
Simon has been an investor in BritNRG since 2021 and has fulfilled several UK operational roles for the group before his appointment as a Managing Director of Blackland Park Exploration in May 2024. Simon focus is UK operating excellence, legal compliance and technology sales. Prior to that Simon worked in various international leadership engineering roles for WorleyParsons and ENI/Saipem across the oil and gas sector and has 25+ years’ experience. Simon brings deep experience in facilities engineering and intimate knowledge of group UK operations and maintenance (O&M) to the group board. Simon is accountable for UK O&M budgeting and performance.
Simon is graduate civil engineer (BEng) from Kingston University and has achieved designation of Chartered engineer (CEng) & European engineer (EUR ING).
DONATELLO
VITULLO
Donatello is a seasoned entrepreneur and investor recognised for his ability to pair breakthrough innovation with disciplined governance. With a career spanning organic agriculture, real estate, and gaming, he has consistently delivered value by identifying emerging opportunities, piloting fast, and scaling responsibly under strong oversight frameworks.
In the energy sector, Donatello brings a unique blend of cross-industry innovation and board-level governance expertise. He supports companies in embedding sustainability into core strategy, building transparent governance systems, and accelerating diversification into renewables, storage, and low-carbon solutions. His approach ensures that growth is both entrepreneurial and accountable, balancing speed, compliance, and investor confidence.
A mentor to next-generation leaders and an active backer of sustainable ventures, Donatello’s hallmark is aligning profitability with responsibility. His guidance helps energy companies strengthen board structures, attract capital, and unlock innovation that endures.
SOLOMON
TZOUVANNI
Solomon is an independent, non-executive member of our board with mandate over risk. With a 20+ years’ career as risk specialist within the insurance industry, his expertise extends to dealings with some of the UK's most prominent investors and business owners, providing insights into the dynamic landscape of insurance to ensure that businesses are covered and fully compliant with regulatory standards. His professional journey also includes substantial experience in acquisition and divestiture of assets within the UK. His comprehensive background and commitment to excellence, and dedication to ensuring comprehensive coverage and compliance, make Solomon an invaluable member of our team to contribute to our path towards IPO.