MSc and PhD in Geology and Sedimentary Geochemistry, University of Illinois. Formerly, more than 30 years with Petrobras in various technical and managerial positions. Since 2010, Chief Executive Officer, Barra Energia, a new start-up company focused in offshore petroleum exploration and production in Brazil. Formerly, actively engaged in several petroleum industry organizations, including Brazil's Petroleum Institute and the World Petroleum Council, including as Vice-President, World Petroleum Council, for two terms, and President.