Alvaro A. Porturas

Álvaro Porturas Ingunza is the Gerente de Administración y Finanzas (Manager of Administration and Finance) at Statkraft Perú. He holds a degree in Economics from the Universidad de Lima and has an extensive career spanning over three decades in various financial roles across multiple industries.

Professional Background

Porturas began his career in the banking sector, starting as a credit analyst at Bancosur and later serving as a subdirector at Citibank and Scotiabank Perú. He transitioned into corporate finance, taking roles such as financial director at Cia Hitepima and senior manager of projects at Inversiones Centenario S.A.A. His experience also includes a tenure as a corporate finance professor at the Universidad de Lima between 2012 and 2016.13

In his current role at Statkraft, which he has held for over ten years, Porturas focuses on financial planning, strategic management, and the digitalization of financial processes. He emphasizes the importance of understanding complex financial models and adapting to changing market conditions, especially in the renewable energy sector, which he discusses frequently in public forums.135

Education

Porturas has furthered his education with an MBA from Universidad ESAN and a postgraduate degree in Project Evaluation from the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile. His academic background complements his professional experience, enabling him to navigate the challenges of financial management in the energy sector effectively.23

Contributions and Insights

Porturas is known for sharing his insights on the evolution of the renewable energy market and the financial strategies that can support its growth. He regularly participates in discussions aimed at inspiring students and professionals in the field of economics and finance.134