New leadership at PetroShore Compliance: Dr. Irene Barata takes over as General Manager
Strategic change in management
At the beginning of October 2025, PetroShore Compliance announced a strategic change in its management structure. After a process of institutional consolidation and international expansion, Dr. Andrea Moreno's tenure as CEO came to an end. The company expressed its deep appreciation for her leadership and key contributions to strengthening the brand.
Dr. Irene Barata takes the lead
The new General Manager has assumed the General Management, reaffirming PetroShore Compliance's commitment to excellence in consulting services, specialized training and technological solutions in compliance.
Background and certifications of the new General Manager
With more than 20 years of experience, Dr. Irene Barata is a specialist in the implementation and auditing of management systems. Her expertise covers international standards such as ISO 37301, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 22000 and SA 8000. She is also internationally certified in Coaching, Neuroscience and Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP).
Commitment to corporate values
This appointment represents a new phase for PetroShore Compliance, focused on continuing to promote an organizational culture based on integrity, transparency and innovation. These values remain essential pillars of the company's global strategy.
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