Clara Almeida

Clara Almeida serves as the Global Product Manager for Braskem S/A, the leading producer of thermoplastic resins in the Americas, since March 2014, and holds extensive experience in finance management. Clara previously managed the Finance department of Braskem Netherlands, leading a diverse team and aligning financial operations with business goals. As Corporate Finance Leader, Clara successfully raised R$ 1 billion annually in long-term debt financing. Additionally, Clara has honed financial acumen through roles such as Controlling Analyst and M&A/New Business Analyst at America Latina Logistica. Clara's educational background includes a Global Executive MBA from Erasmus University Rotterdam, a Postgraduate Degree in Finance from Saint Paul Escola de Negócios, and a Production Engineering degree from Universidade Federal do Paraná, complemented by a Bachelor of Business Administration from Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Paraná.