Richard B. Fialho Iii, MBA
About Richard B. Fialho Iii, MBA
Richard B. Fialho III, MBA, is a Business Development Specialist at Chevron, focusing on Americas Fuels & Lubricants in St Paul, Minnesota. He has a diverse background in business development, consulting, and academia, with extensive experience in operational efficiency and profitability improvements.
Current Role at Chevron
Richard B. Fialho III currently works at Chevron as a Business Development Specialist: Americas Fuels & Lubricants in St Paul, Minnesota, United States. In this role, he focuses on growth and development efforts within the fuels and lubricants division, leveraging his extensive experience to drive business growth and develop innovative strategies.
Previous Roles at Chevron
Richard's tenure at Chevron includes several key roles. From 2020, he served as a Business Consultant: Americas Fuels & Lubricants in Hobbs, New Mexico, for 10 months. Prior to that, he worked as a Lead Plant Specialist in the Mid-Continent Business Unit (MCBU) from 2013 to 2020, also in Hobbs, New Mexico, for a total of 7 years. His experience in these roles contributed to his expertise in operational efficiency and business management.
Experience in Education and Beyond
Richard's career also includes a period as an Adjunct Professor of Energy Technology at New Mexico Junior College from 2011 to 2013 in North Hobbs, New Mexico. Additionally, he was the Director of Business Development at Sacred Power Corporation in Albuquerque, New Mexico, from 2010 to 2013. These roles allowed him to hone his skills in business development and educational instruction.
Educational Background
Richard has a diverse educational background. He is currently a Doctor of Business Administration candidate at the University of the Southwest, with a focus on Strategy & Innovation from 2022 to 2025. He earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance from Pepperdine University's George L. Graziadio School of Business and Management. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology from the University of Texas of the Permian Basin and an Associate of Science (A.S.) in Nuclear Energy Technology from New Mexico Junior College.
Skills and Specializations
Richard specializes in research-based strategies to drive business development and growth. He has advanced presentation skills, enabling him to communicate complex ideas effectively to diverse audiences. Known for his resourcefulness and resilience, Richard often acts as an agent of change within organizations. He has played a key role in turning around underperforming facilities, significantly improving their operational efficiency and profitability. His strong background in relationship building and stakeholder engagement has been instrumental in his career.