Pedro Cano
Pedro's extensive experience spans over 34 years at ExxonMobil Corporation, with 20 years of his career spent in international markets. As an energy executive and board member, his strength lies in transforming business units, driving significant revenue growth, and building long-term sustainable enterprises.
Pedro has been instrumental in creating and executing strategies that have successfully transformed global enterprises. His leadership style, based on collaboration and team building, has consistently delivered results. Under his leadership, business units achieved remarkable success, several doubling their bottom line and reaching revenues of up to $2 billion. One of his most notable accomplishments was overseeing the transformation of ExxonMobil’s lubricant business in Latin America. This transformation marked one of the largest shifts in the energy sector, with the region witnessing record profitability under his leadership, gaining recognition from ExxonMobil’s top executives. His ability to innovate within corporate frameworks enabled him to grow markets that were previously underdeveloped. His creative problem-solving and strategic foresight have left a legacy within ExxonMobil, where his business strategies continue to drive results.
Pedro’s background as an athlete, along with his roles as a husband and father, deeply influenced his values and professional ambitions. His extensive career at ExxonMobil exemplifies his unique ability to navigate the complexities of diverse business markets, while achieving best-in-class results through his leadership, a history of improving operational efficiencies, and implementing long-term growth strategies that have led to significant business impact.
Since retiring, Pedro has channeled his energy into mentoring and consulting for business startups, driven by a passion for giving back to the communities that contributed to his own success. His commitment to sharing his wealth of experience underscores his dedication to fostering new business opportunities and mentoring the next generation of entrepreneurs.