Edosa Obayagbona
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Lummus Technology
Professional Overview
Edosa Obayagbona is a seasoned finance executive with over 20 years of experience in the chemicals and energy sectors. As the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Lummus Technology, he oversees the company's financial strategy, operations, and risk management, contributing to its growth and profitability.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Lummus Technology, Edosa is responsible for the company's financial strategy, reporting, and risk management. He plays a crucial role in supporting the organization's expansion plans and ensuring financial stability and growth.
Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Edosa held several senior finance positions at Dow Inc., including CFO for the Latin America region, the India Subcontinent region, and the West Africa region. He also served as the CFO for Univation Technologies, a subsidiary of Dow Inc. Earlier in his career, Edosa held roles in transaction structuring at Enron Global Markets and in risk management and corporate real estate at INVISTA S.à r.l., a subsidiary of Koch Industries.
Academic Background
Edosa holds an MBA in Finance and Decision Sciences from Clark Atlanta University and a B.Eng. in Chemical Engineering from London South Bank University. He is also a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) from the Chartered Financial Analyst Institute.
Areas of Expertise
Edosa's expertise spans financial strategy, risk management, corporate treasury, and business continuity planning. He has a deep understanding of the chemicals and energy industries, having worked across various regions and business units. Edosa's leadership skills and strategic vision have been instrumental in driving financial performance and supporting business growth.
Professional Impact
During his tenure at Dow Inc., Edosa played a pivotal role in the successful integration of Univation Technologies, a fully owned subsidiary, into the Dow portfolio. He also led the financial transformation of the company's Latin America and West Africa regions, driving operational efficiency and improving profitability.
Conclusion
With his extensive finance experience, industry knowledge, and strategic leadership, Edosa Obayagbona is well-positioned to contribute to the continued success of Lummus Technology. In his role as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, he is committed to driving financial excellence, supporting the company's growth initiatives, and creating value for its stakeholders.