Adrian Petrus Email and Phone Number

CFO / Development executive with a broad exposure to all areas of finance with a demonstrable track record of progression in oil and gas and in various industries agriculture, real estate and media . Experienced in complex matrix structures as well as entrepreneurial environments with a high level of international exposure. Proven ability to improve operations, impact business growth, and maximize profits through achievements in finance management, cost reductions, internal controls and process optimization.• I was part of the top management team (as Group CFO/VP) for over 7 years, of an oil and gas group (owned by a private equity) that acquired a refinery, in 2001, restructured it, built an international group in 13 countries, via organic growth and acquisitions, increased EBITDA from -$10 million to +$218 million, increased revenues from $ 670 million to $8,800 million over 7 years and sold it in 2 step transaction in 2007-2009 for $ 2.2 Billion equity value• I have always identified and focused on “big” things that are bringing value to shareholders.• I have built and managed complex structures/ transactions (20 subsidiaries and 13 countries).• I have built and managed over 7 years: complex and transparent financial reporting system, operational planning system and strategic plan • I had exposure to various business segments Refining/Trade/Downstream and industrial/logistics operations and media, FMCG, agriculture, real estate• I have significant international exposure and experience (the oil and gas Group expanded in 13 countries that needed implementation of reporting systems, sound legal structures, management selection).• I have good knowledge of international banking practices• I have significant involvement in M&A transactions (was part of the very limited team that executed the biggest transaction in Romania - 2.2 billion $ equity, and the biggest transaction done by a Romanian company in Europe - $ 100 million