With a background in Chemical Engineering and a drive to help people work smarter, Colin Deyoe brings both technical insight and a passion for collaboration to his role as Business Development Manager at FutureOn.

In the latests of our meet the team blog series, he shares how his journey from a downstream refinery to upstream digital transformation shaped his outlook, and why curiosity and teamwork remain at the heart of how he approaches every challenge. 

Can you tell us a bit about your career path and what led you to your current role at FutureOn?

My background is in chemical engineering, and while I was still studying, I worked as a Process Engineer at the Bill Greehey Valero refinery in Corpus Christi, Texas. That experience gave me a real sense of what it takes to keep a facility running day to day, like maintaining equipment, improving processes and meeting production targets. It was an important introduction to the realities of engineering. 

Over time, I realized I was most interested in developing the tools and systems that help engineers work better. That took me into process simulation and modelling for offshore projects, both for topsides and subsea flow assurance. Those tools didn't just improve design, they helped identify potential issues before they became major problems. 

Later I moved into scoping and delivering AI-based solutions for the energy sector, developing predictive maintenance and process optimization applications. I loved the technical challenge, but I found myself wanting to further enable others to solve their own problems. That's what brought me to FutureOn. I saw that FieldTwin isn't a point solution to solve one problem, it's a platform for engineers and organizations to build their best workflows. 

How does your background in engineering shape the way you approach business development today?

When you've been the engineer moving data between five different systems just to make incremental progress, you really understand how valuable integration is. I used to spend hours exporting, reformatting and importing data, trying to connect tools that weren't built to talk to each other. That's time I'll never get back. 

That's why I believe so strongly in FieldTwin's approach. The integrated visual workspace brings systems together, connects data automatically and keeps the full context intact. Instead of transferring the minimum information between tools, you can carry the full picture from design through to operation and decommissioning. 

I often think back and wish I'd had this kind of platform earlier in my career. It would have saved so much time and reduced frustration. Now I get to help other engineers experience that difference, and that's really satisfying. 

You've just celebrated your one-year anniversary at FutureOn. What have been your main focuses and highlights so far, and how has your role evolved?

It's been a fast-paced year, and a really enjoyable one. My focus early on was connecting with customers and hearing how they use FieldTwin day-to-day. One thing that stands out is how much people enjoy using the platform. That might sound small, but when engineers find a tool they genuinely like, it changes everything about adoption and collaboration. Now, I'm educating new companies about the benefits of FieldTwin and learning about their unique organizational challenges. I'm also listening for new use cases where FieldTwin's visualization or flexible integration abilities could alleviate daily friction points. 

Another highlight has been working closely with our Customer Success and Professional Services teams. They do an increadible job supporting new users as they get comfortable with FieldTwin, making sure they still meet all their project deliverables while learning something new. It's a real partnership and one that makes a big difference to customer confidence. 

How does FieldTwin's full lifecycle capabilities help FutureOn out in the market?

What we hear from customers all the time is that they don't want an ever-growing list of different systems. they want a smaller set of platforms that integrate closely and work across their projects from start to finish. 

FieldTwin really shines there. It's not a one-phase solution; it stays with a project from design through to operations and eventually decommissioning. We've proven its value in the concept selection and design phase and now we're seeing strong momentum as customers use it throughout operations, harnessing FieldTwin Vision and FieldTwin Intelligence. 

That same flexibility is helping us move into new areas too. Whether it's carbon capture and storage, offshore wind or onshore field development, the fundamentals are the same. It's still about connecting data, models and teams. 

What trends or opportunities are you hearing most about from customers? And what do you see as the biggest disruptors shaping the market right now?

Interoperability is the word that keeps coming up. Customers want standard project meta data, openness and flexibility. They're moving away from isolated systems and toward connected platforms that let them work smarter across every stage of a project. 

We're seeing growing interest in optimizing brownfield assets and repurposing existing subsea infrastructure for carbon storage. There's also increasing overlap between traditional offshore energy and renewables. It's all starting to merge into one ecosystem, and that's where digital twin technology adds huge value. 

In terms of distribution, I think it's about how data is communicated. People don't want a black box; they want to understand what the data is telling them so they can act with confidence. Our job is to make syre those insights are clear, accessible and genuinely useful. 

If you were to describe yourself in three words, what would they be and why?

I'd say enthusiastic, inquisitive and outgoing. When I find something interesting, I really throw myself into it. I love learning, sharing what I've learned and bringing other people into that process. 

I've always been curious about people, technology or just how things work. That curiosity keeps me engaged and helps me connect with others. And I'd say outgoing because I truly enjoy working with people, hearing their stories and being part of their challenges and successes. 

What's one thing about yourself that would surprise people to find out?

I love weightlifting and usually start my mornings at the gym before work. In the evenings, my wife and I love walking around a park near our house, especially at sunset. It's our time to unwind and catch up. If i'm walking alone, I'll usually have a curiosity podcast on! 

Finally, what excites you most about your work at FutureOn and the industry right now?

What excites me most is helping people realize that investing time in something better really does pay off. It's easy to feel too busy to change the way you work, but once teams take that step, they see the benefits build exponentially. 

We're seeing that with our customers who embraced digital transformation early. They're now ahead of the curve; saving time, improving collaboration and working more confidently. The ones starting that journey now are finding that the learning curve is smaller than they expect because our Customer Success and Professional Services teams are right there with them. 

Watching that shift happen, from when someone goes from hesitant to excited because they see how much smoother their work can be, is what keeps me motivated. the industry is changing fast, and I'm proud to be part of a company helping to shape what comes next.