Mario Gandara
About Mario Gandara
Mario Gandara is the Planning and Commercial Manager for Chevron in Venezuela, with over 20 years of experience in the energy sector and a diverse educational background.
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Mario Gandara currently holds the position of Planning and Commercial Manager for Chevron in Puerto La Cruz, Venezuela. He manages planning and commercial activities in the region, overseeing strategy and execution for the company's interests in Venezuela.
Professional Experience at Chevron
Mario Gandara has over 20 years of experience in the energy sector, specifically with Chevron. His roles have included Marketing Manager for Angola LNG in London from 2014 to 2016, and prior to that, Commercial Manager for Angola LNG in Luanda from 2011 to 2014. He also served as Commercial Manager for Chevron in Trinidad & Tobago from 2007 to 2011 and as Project Analyst for Latin America in Houston from 2004 to 2007. Before these roles, he was a Business Advisor for Latin America based in Caracas from 2001 to 2003 and an Executive Business Analyst in Houston from 2000 to 2001.
Educational Background
Mario Gandara has a diverse educational background. He earned a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from INCAE Business School, graduating in 2000. Prior to that, he achieved a Master’s Degree in Reliability Management from Universidad Francisco Marroquín in 1997. He also holds an Engineer’s Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Universidad Francisco Marroquín, which he completed in 1995.
Experience in Industrial Automation
Before joining Chevron, Mario Gandara worked at Siemens as a Project Developer in Industrial Automation from 1994 to 1998. His responsibilities included developing and managing automation projects, providing him with a solid foundation in industrial processes and systems.
Expertise in LNG Projects
Mario Gandara has extensive experience in LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) projects. He worked as Marketing Manager for Angola LNG in London and as Commercial Manager for Angola LNG in Luanda. His roles involved strategic planning, market analysis, and commercial negotiations, making him a seasoned professional in the LNG sector.