Carey Mendes
About Carey Mendes
Carey Mendes is the President of Energy at Nikola Corporation, with extensive experience in energy commodity trading, renewable energy, finance, and risk management.
Company
Carey Mendes currently serves as the President of Energy at Nikola Corporation. Nikola Corporation is a leader in the design and manufacture of zero-emission vehicles. At Nikola, Carey is responsible for overseeing the energy segment, driving initiatives related to energy supply, trading, and other energy-related operations. His role at Nikola began in 2022, marking a significant leadership position in a company committed to sustainable and innovative transport solutions.
Title
Carey Mendes holds the title of President, Energy at Nikola Corporation. His responsibilities involve managing and executing strategic initiatives related to energy supply and trading at the company. Prior to this role, he has held significant positions in other organizations, leveraging his expertise in finance, energy, and risk management.
Professional Background
Before his current role at Nikola Corporation, Carey Mendes' expansive career includes significant roles at BP. He served as CFO Energy Supply & Trading at Nikola Motor Company from 2021 to 2022. Before that, he was the Head of BP Reinvent, Trading & Shipping from 2020 to 2021, and Head of Group CFO Executive Office from 2019 to 2020. He also led BP's Energy Supply & Trading for Global Oil Americas from 2015 to 2019 based in Chicago, Illinois, and was Chief Risk Officer for Integrated Supply and Trading from 2012 to 2015 in London. Carey started at BP as Global Head Of Credit, Integrated Supply & Trading from 2008 to 2010.
Education and Expertise
Carey Mendes earned his MBA in Finance from the University of Calgary in 2001. He also completed the Advanced Management Program (AMP) at Harvard University and acquired his CFA from the CFA Institute. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Calgary. Carey's education crafted a solid foundation for his expertise in finance and energy markets, significantly contributing to his roles in various high-profile companies.
Leadership and Recognition
Carey Mendes is recognized for his contributions to Diversity & Inclusion, showcasing his dedication to building strong, diverse teams. He has experience serving on boards of directors across multiple jurisdictions, reflecting his leadership and governance capabilities. Known for his passion for talent development, Carey has led large global teams, navigating different cultural landscapes and delivering success in P&L across Energy Commodity Trading, Renewable Energy, Finance, and Risk Management.