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Boadilla Del Monte, Madrid, Es

Provide business development, commercial, and operational leadership to establish M&A practice within Banco Santander International targeting middle market transactions in LATAM, U.S., and Europe Developed M&A procedures and business framework for transaction origination and execution with clients and third party entities. Drive alignment with senior management and functional leaders (e.g., legal, risk, compliance) to secure internal approvals for M&A procedures and transaction mandatesDrive origination of new business opportunities and strategic solutions for clients with a focus on M&A sell-side and buy-side, cross-border transactions, and venture capital raise for promising technologies across LATAM, USA, and EuropeContinuously engaging network of bankers, clients, and relationships to yield an active referral base of high-quality opportunities and secure demand for deals across all sectorsLeads deal execution process across practice driving transaction strategy, interactions with clients, and preparation of marketing materials, financial models, and legal agreements Drives market intelligence across sectors to continuously provide clients with market based views on valuation and expected multiples from precedent transactions and comparable public companies analysis

Worldwide, Oo

Advised clients on M&A strategies, commercial due diligence, sign-to close integrations, and business transformations. Led full-service Project Management Office PMO in large (>$1 billion) and complex transactions spearheading Day 1 Readiness planning and execution, bridging gap between current state and future state operating models, harmonizing functional processes across companies, and driving synergy realization to maximize transaction value. Ensure smooth integration/separation on Day 1 by driving execution across multiple stakeholder groups, overseeing tracking and reporting at all levels including Steering Committee and Board of Directors, and managing Cutover planning and Hypercare stabilization activities. Managed digital transformation program setting up Transformation Management Office, identifying value levers and business metrics across multiple workstreams, developing blueprints for execution, and tracking value creation from agile projects. Led business development activity for operational and commercial due diligence in M&A transactions. Developed M&A strategies to help companies meet Energy transition goals and accelerate shift to renewables.

Emeryville, Ca, Us

Advised companies, lenders, investors, governments, and attorneys in complex corporate domestic and international matters with a focus on M&A transactions, valuations, and restructuring. Developed complex financial models and performed Discounted Cash Flow Analysis, NAV, Public Comps, and M&A Precedent Transactions analysis for Corporate and Asset valuations. Supported asset sale process of Hydro Power Plants in Kazakhstan managing M&A process, financial due diligence, valuation, and data room preparation. Analyzed post-mortem M&A deals, financial statements, business contracts, court filings, and public information to assess economic damages for commercial disputes and international arbitrations. Advised unsecured creditor committees through the restructuring process assessing potential recoveries and business plan feasibility post-emergence from Chapter 11. Conducted Renewables study spanning market fundamentals, project life-cycle, and financing structures for multiple renewable sources (e.g., solar, wind, hydrogen) to frame the firm’s strategy around Energy transition

Charlotte, Nc, Us

Advised clients on business development strategies for unlocking value including M&A, Joint Ventures & Asset Divestitures targeting transactions in the $100MM-$500MM range. Led process to distill data-driven insights and convert findings into value creation proposals for client pitches and management presentations. Led origination efforts designing and implementing marketing strategies to expand the bank’s client universe resulting in numerous pitches and continuous engagements. Managed deal execution by conducting Due Diligence, performing Public Comps, M&A Precedent Transaction, and Valuation analysis, and generating content for Confidential Information Memorandums, Management Presentations, and Data Rooms. Conducted Industry research to identify market trends, potential asset deals, acquisition targets, and business development themes. Managed multiple projects in a fast-paced environment leading teams across several functions and handling day-to-day interactions with clients. Broad exposure to securities industry fundamentals and regulations through FINRA registration process (SIE, Series 79 & 63)

Houston, Texas, Us

Led portfolio management and capital allocation process ($400MM budget). Provided portfolio insights to the President of New Ventures/Business Development and Leadership Team for strategic reviews, corporate development, and capital allocation decisions. Liaison with Corporate M&A coordinating the Global Deepwater portfolio divestiture program and managing marketing activities including data rooms, onsite visits and executive presentations. Delivered South America gas market analysis and assessed potential strategic partners for new country entry in Argentina. Supported pre-qualification process and due diligence for Mexico license bid-round. Provided economic analysis and evaluated multiple assets for potential acquisitions in Vietnam. Conducted performance benchmarking studies and competitor analysis. Managed multiple corporate processes across organizational, functional and geographic boundaries as the focal point between the Leadership Team, Business Unit Presidents /Country Managers across 18 countries, and Vice-Presidents of all the corporate functions within the Company. Designed “live” workflows leveraging data analytics to monitor competitor activity. Liaison with the Artificial Intelligence Center of Excellence to champion innovation initiatives for unlocking value and increasing efficiency.

Houston, Texas, Us

Designed and implemented development plan overseeing technical and cross-functional activities through entire project life-cycle. Planned and executed large-scale operations drilling more than 30 wells ($10-15MM total cost per well), achieving 100% success rate, and supporting an overall 144% production growth for Business Unit. Conducted technical and commercial due diligence for dozens of projects and led planning process from location identification, acreage/land capture, legal/ regulatory clearance, permitting process, engineering design, construction, development, and operations. Spearheaded four process improvement projects to increase cross-functional efficiency across the organization.Led multidisciplinary project to assess technical and commercial potential in Poland. Designed feasibility study, appraisal plan, and data acquisition program framing criteria for investment decision. Supported farm-out marketing efforts by leading data room, drafting marketing package, and presenting technical material to potential buyers. Set corporate best practices for exploration as core member of the cross-organizational “Technical Excellence” group.

Houston, Texas, Us

Identified millions of barrels of oil across several basins in the U.S. by integrating seismic, petrophysical, production and geological data. Prepared technical materials for asset sales and divestiture programs. Led well-site geoscience personnel and activities in extensive data acquisition program. Planned and successful drilled and recompleted dozens of wells in active development programs. Developed integrated workflow that increased efficiency of project evaluations by 113%.

Master In Management, Finance, General

Master'S Degree, Geology/Earth Science, General

Geophysical Engineering, Geological/Geophysical Engineering