Ricardo Concha

About Ricardo Concha

As an energy strategist with a strong career spanning decades, I\'ve honed a sharp acumen for identifying industry trends and crafting strategies that capitalize on these insights. Leveraging my extensive experience across diverse aspects of the energy sector, I\'ve consistently positioned organizations to thrive even during market volatility and regulatory shifts. My proactive, forward-thinking approach has driven substantial growth, ensuring sustained competitiveness and profitability for the companies and clients I\'ve served. Some of my key impacts and strengths include: My expertise extends deeply into asset valuation and portfolio optimization, underpinned by a disciplined approach to capital allocation. With a track record of accurately assessing asset values and optimizing investment portfolios, my strategic capital deployment maximizes value while mitigating risks. This balanced methodology has propelled numerous successful projects and investments, making me a trusted advisor in the industry. I also bring a wealth of transactional experience, particularly in understanding asset value drivers and crafting beneficial commercial terms. My background is rich with transactions that required a nuanced understanding of the assets, complemented by my negotiation skills. This blend of expertise ensures not only immediate deal \'wins\' but also long-term strategic success. My recent experience in the burgeoning blue energy sector exemplifies my strategic leadership to innovate and direct new ventures. At Apache, I helped to establish and led the Strategic Planning team, guiding long-term expansion and setting clear performance metrics. At Credit Suisse, I led the integration of asset understanding into client coverage for transactions and financial products, and at Sitio, I unified and coordinated acquisition efforts. These roles highlight my proficiency in creating and leading new teams that align with strategic organizational goals. My deep engagement with energy markets since my initial engineering role at SLB has fueled my ongoing passion and expertise. This enduring dedication complements my technical background, enabling me to link intricate technical concepts with strategic business guidance. My global journey from the rig floor to executive boardrooms is a testament to my ability to adapt, learn, and lead in the ever-evolving energy landscape, making me a pivotal asset in any high-stakes business development role. I can be reached at for new opportunities.

Experience

1. Vice President Corporate Development

   Expand Energy

   Nov 2024 — Present · Houston, TX, US

   Working with a leading organization driving initiatives to create a more affordable, reliable, and lower-carbon energy future.

Education

• Universidad Simón Bolívar

  Bachelor of Science - BS

• Imperial College London

  Master of Science - MS

• Mennta Energy Solutions

  Postgraduate Diploma

• Harvard Business School

  Master of Business Administration - MBA