Leadership & Advisory Board
PLASARA’s leadership combines expertise across commercial structuring, financial governance, and complex logistics, supporting the execution of international energy transactions.
Together, the team provides an integrated approach to deal execution, from buyer qualification and financial structuring (LC/SBLC) to operational coordination and global supply access, ensuring reliability, compliance, and performance across every stage of the transaction.
José Passarini
Managing Director
| Global Energy Markets | Strategic Sourcing & International Supply Partnerships
José Passarini Neto is a senior executive operating across global energy markets, with a focus on Oil & Gas trading and structured international transactions.
Combining a strong background in supply chain, logistics, and large-scale operations, he actively supports the execution of complex deals, including sourcing, counterparty validation, and commercial structuring.
His work bridges operational discipline with high-value energy transactions, supporting buyers and partners across international markets.
Nilson Belasco .'.
Financial Advisor
| Financial Strategy, Corporate Governance & Capital Structuring
Nilson is a senior financial advisor with over 40 years of experience in finance, controllership, and corporate advisory, with a strong track record in valuation, M&A, and financial structuring.
At PLASARA, he leads the financial oversight of transactions, supporting the structuring and validation of financial instruments such as Letters of Credit (LC) and SBLCs..
His involvement provides an additional layer of security, ensuring that transactions are executed with financial discipline, risk control, and full alignment with international standards.
José Carlos Cruz - USA
International Advisor
| International Business Development & Global Commodities Networks
José Carlos Cruz is an experienced entrepreneur with over three decades of international business activity and a U.S. citizen, with extensive expertise in complex logistics and global trade operations.
Throughout his career, he has developed high-level relationships across key international markets, providing strategic access and operational support for cross-border transactions.
His background strengthens PLASARA’s ability to navigate complex logistical environments and support the execution of large-scale Oil & Gas operations worldwide.