Gesner Oliveira
About Gesner Oliveira
Gesner Oliveira is a professor and economist with extensive experience in academia and public service. He has coordinated the Center for Infrastructure Studies and Environmental Solutions at Fundação Getúlio Vargas and has held various leadership roles, including President of CADE and Sabesp.
Work at FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas
Gesner Oliveira has served as a Professor at Fundação Getulio Vargas since 1990. He coordinated the Center for Infrastructure Studies and Environmental Solutions, contributing to research and education in these critical areas. His long tenure at FGV highlights his commitment to academic excellence and the development of infrastructure policies in Brazil.
Education and Expertise
Gesner Oliveira holds a Doutor em Economia from the University of California, Berkeley, where he studied from 1984 to 1989. He also earned a Mestre in Economia from Universidade Estadual de Campinas, studying from 1980 to 1984, and a Bacharel in Economia from USP - Universidade de São Paulo, from 1975 to 1978. His extensive education underpins his expertise in economic policy and infrastructure.
Background and Professional Experience
Gesner Oliveira has a diverse professional background. He worked as Presidente at Sabesp from 2007 to 2011, overseeing water and sewage services in São Paulo. He served as President of CADE from 1996 to 2000, where he was involved in competition defense legislation. Additionally, he has been a Sócio at GO Associados since 1990, providing consultancy services in São Paulo e Região.
Achievements and Contributions
Gesner Oliveira has received the Jabuti Award for his book 'Brasil Real'. He has contributed pro bono to various organizations, including ETCO, CIEE, GRAPE ESG, and the Executive Secretariat for Climate Change (SECLIMA). His participation in the implementation of the Plano Real in 1995 as Secretary of Economic Policy Monitoring is notable. He also completed 18 editions of the São Silvestre street race and received a gold medal in the German government's sports multi-discipline exam, the DEA.
International Engagement
Gesner Oliveira was a member of the Global Advisory Board of UBER, providing insights into global economic issues. He served as a visiting professor at Columbia University in 2006, sharing his expertise in economics and policy with an international audience. He is also a member of the International Academy of Law and Economics (AIDE), reflecting his engagement in global discussions on law and economics.