Luis Molinares

About Luis Molinares

What I Do: I have worked in the natural resources (oil, gas, nickel and iron ore) industry for over 15 years. Having started my career as an energy economist, financial analyst and new business development professional (M&A), I later transitioned to major capital projects where I was able to lead the optimization program of the first deep-water petroleum field to be developed on the Mexican side of the Gulf of Mexico. I am a driven high performer who is always adept to connect data with well-informed investment decisions, all on working cross functionally on a foundation of excellent technical ability, business acumen and financial analysis knowledge. My Expertise Includes: Managing diverse teams and demonstrated ability to work effectively with multiple changing priorities and hard deadlines. Financial Analysis (M&A), Investment Evaluation and Decision Analysis frameworks. Presenting and implementing new ideas for optimization of processes and workflows. Why I am Different: I excel at maintaining strong internal and external relationships through effective communication to meet business goals. I have a keen ability paired with passion for financial analysis, decision evaluation and investment decisions. Outstanding quick learning problem-solver with abundant energy for new challenges. I seek out problems and take the initiative to get solutions implemented with buy in from all stakeholders. I lean into challenges and commit to completion. What Others Say: I set the bar high for myself and take pride on my work. My peers will say I work well with others and have been able to successfully champion initiatives that cross-functional lines and business units. My team would say I am a servant leader that loves developing teams and people. My supervisors will say I am a self-starter and always looking to challenge the status quo.

Experience

1. Financial Analysis Lead Principal, Transactions

   BHP

   May 2021 — Present · Houston, TX, US

Education

• Aix-Marseille University

  DEA Macroeconomie et Developement

• The University of Dundee

  Master of Science (MSc)

• Universidad Externado de Colombia

  Bachelor's degree

• Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne

  Diploma