Paulo Augusto Rodrigues Ribeiro

Paulo Augusto Rodrigues Ribeiro is an experienced professional in the energy and utilities sector, currently serving as the Manager of Marketing and Business Development at Equinor since September 2021. Prior to this role, Paulo held the position of Gas Acquisition and Sales Manager at ES Gás from January 2020 to August 2021, where responsibilities included managing gas acquisition, commercialization, contract management, and customer service. Previous experience at Petrobras Distribuidora S.A. from April 2004 to January 2020 involved roles such as Gas Sales Manager, where strategic contract management led to positive economic value despite market challenges, and Operations Manager, overseeing asset management and implementing ISO certifications. Early career achievements include co-founding Valpi Valor Produtos Imobiliários Ltda., focusing on real estate project development, and serving as a Trainee Engineer at MAGNA Powertrain. Paulo holds a Master's degree in Water Resources and Environmental Sanitation Engineering, an MBA in Project Management from FGV, and a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul.