Newton José Leme Duarte

40 years of experience in the electrical sector dedicated to the companies Siemens and General Electric.

Electrical engineer, graduated from Polytechnic School of the University of São Paulo – USP, in 1997 took the International Management course at Babson College, Boston, USA. From 1981 until 1982 participated in an information program at Siemens AG in the areas of distribution and hydroelectric generation. Back to Brazil until 1991 led the large hydroelectric projects. Later developed businesses in the distribution, protection and automation areas. Back to the hydro business in 1995, acted as a Sales General Manager of hydro generation in the South American region.

Between 1997 and 2002, as a General Manager, led GE Industrial Systems Division in Central & South America. Back to Siemens Brazil from 2002 until 2012, as a General Director led the Energy and Transportation and later Oil & Gas Sector. Executive President of COGEN – Energy Cogeneration Industry Association.

GTD Director and Chief Treasure of ABINEE – Brazilian Electrical and Electronic Industry Association.

Director of COINFRA - Infrastructure Counsel of CNI - National Industry Federation, Infrastructure.

Director of FIESP – São Paulo Industry Federation and Energy Director of CIESP – São Paulo Industry Center.

Curator Board Member of ABRALE – Brazilian Linfoma and Leukemia Association.

Board Member of VDI – German Engineer Association.