Andrew F. Gould served as the CEO of Schlumberger, one of the world's largest oilfield services companies, for eight years from 2003 to 2011. He had been with the company for 36 years, highlighting his long commitment and deep expertise...

Andrew F. Gould served as the CEO of Schlumberger, one of the world's largest oilfield services companies, for eight years from 2003 to 2011. He had been with the company for 36 years, highlighting his long commitment and deep expertise in the industry. Under his leadership, Schlumberger thrived, pushing financial goals like earnings per share (EPS) and bringing in significant stock options as part of his compensation. In 2011, he received stock options valued at $12.3 million, but his overall salary that year was lower than previous years due to the absence of cash bonuses. Despite his retirement, Gould continued to serve as Chairman of the Board until April 2012, receiving IT and secretarial support for five additional years—a move showing his lasting influence on the company. His retirement marked a shift as the company focused on a new generation of leadership while building on the solid foundation he laid down.