Carolina Korez

As a Project and Sales Manager, my responsibilities encompassed defining company's clients, products, and strategic plans; identifying business opportunities; overseeing proposals and budgets. Additionally, I projected sales figures and established processes to achieve sales objectives and associated metrics.

I played a pivotal role in planning, managing, and administering projects for implementation of Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS) software solutions, which included SCADA, OMS, GIS, DER, and web services interfaces. These solutions were integral to efficient management of electrical systems. Throughout each project, I actively participated in all phases—from conception and design to specification, pre-feasibility, feasibility, contracting, execution, implementation, Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), and commissioning.

I conducted comprehensive risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution. This role involved providing detailed technical and operational guidance in overcoming project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines. I collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives.

Regular reporting to managers on project budget, progress, and technical challenges was part of the routine. I also negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to secure quality materials at competitive prices, thereby optimizing resource utilization. I maintained open communication by delivering regular updates on project status to customers.

Monitoring project performance to identify areas of improvement and making necessary adjustments was a key aspect of my role. I provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management, and I developed accurate budgets based on resource requirements, allowing for optimal allocation of funds across all project aspects.

In the role of Project and Sales Manager, I successfully managed multiple contracts related to optimized data collection and real-time updates. I supervised projects that involved the analysis of information to ensure compliance with the regulatory provisions set by the CREG. Additionally, I led studies for the connection of solar projects in Colombia.

My responsibilities extended to project management for the implementation of comprehensive ADMS solutions, covering DMS, OMS, GIS, SCADA and the infrastructure necessary for their operation, including hardware, equipment and communication systems. I also led software support, maintenance and updates projects, ensuring the continuous efficiency of the implemented solutions as well as implementation of solutions for Asset Management following the guidelines of the ISO 55001 standard. In addition, I led projects focused on the development and implementation of interfaces between different information systems within the operational context of the energy company. Throughout these efforts, my proactive involvement spanned all phases of the project, from conception and design to execution, ensuring project timelines and objectives were met.

Administer the activities, timetables and resources required to execute the technical-regulatory studies:

• Provision of electric power service for utilities in Colombia and public entities.
• Losses in electrical systems
• Quality service (saidi, saifi, etc)
• Renewable Integration Study (RIS)