Darick Jonis

Darick Jonis is an experienced utility industry executive who served as the Chief Executive Officer of Aqualectra Utility - Curacao Water and Power until recently.23 Born on December 7, 1965, in Curacao, Jonis has a strong background in electrical engineering and business management.1

Career Highlights

• Appointed as Executive Technical Director of Aqualectra in April 20111
• Served as Acting Chief Executive Officer of Aqualectra from October 20111
• Became Chief Executive Officer of Aqualectra Utility in August 20182
• Stepped down as director of Aqualectra in June 20233

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of the Netherlands Antilles1
• Master of Science in Systems and Information from Florida Institute of Technology1
• Executive MBA from CURISES and University of Boulder Colorado, obtained with distinction1

Professional Experience

• Technical Support for Business Communication Systems at the local Telephone Company (1992-1994)2
• Various roles at Aqualectra, including Pre-Project Planner and Electrical Distribution Manager (1994-2011)12
• Chief Operations Officer at Aqualectra (April 2011 - September 2023)2

Jonis is known for his expertise in energy, engineering, strategic planning, management consulting, and business strategy.2 Throughout his career, he has been involved in improving project procurement, implementing ERP systems, and sharing knowledge through lecturing at the University of the Netherlands Antilles.1