Our professional staff
BRASS is globally recognized as a leader in fluid transportation pipelines, a reputation built for exceptional teams of professionals from its founders and leadership to the experts across various disciplines. Everyone has been carefully selected to meet the highest standards of client demands, their combined experience and expertise allow them to approach industry challenges with innovative and effective solutions.
Founders
Brad Ricks
Founder – Board Chairman
Senior Consultant
Chemical Engineer, M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering, Brigham Young University, USA. Over 45 years of experience in industrial mining pipeline projects, from pre-commissioning to startup. Contributing author with over 20 published articles related to pipeline design, maintenance, and operation.
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George Shou
Asia Regional Director
Senior Consultant
Mining Engineer, Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, University of Arizona, USA. M.B.A. in Information Technology Management, University of Phoenix, USA. M.Sc. in Mining Engineering, Northeastern University, China. B.S. in Mining Engineering, Chungking University, China. Over 30 years managerial experience in the mining industry. Proven acumen and knowledge of pipeline design, thickened tailings, slurry and backfill processes.
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Roy Betinol
LATAM Regional Director
Senior Consultant
Mechanical Engineer, Licenced P.E. Silliman University, Philippines. Member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME). Over 35 years of experience across the mining industry, specialized in multiple areas in long-distance pipeline project design, from commissioning to startup. International consultant for emergency first-response events in pipeline operations. Lead advisor for client relations, contract negotiations, internal communications and regional expaction developments.
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Mauricio Rios
General Manager BRASS Chile
General Manager with over 15 years of experience leading engineering service companies in Chile and Brazil. Skilled in driving the planning and implementation of organizational strategy, providing comprehensive engineering solutions for the mining industry. A Mechanical Civil Engineer with an MBA in Business Administration, complemented by diplomas in Project Management, Marketing and Sales, and specialized training in strategy and execution in both Chile and Brazil.
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Héctor Oberg
General Manager BRASS Brasil
Mechanical Civil Engineer and Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering, from the University of Chile. Over 16 years of experience in mining (design, COM/PEM, ramp-up and operations) and projects related to Copper and Iron Mining. Experience in the design of pipelines for transporting copper and iron concentrate, water, and tailings both nationally and internationally.
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Hernán Iriarte
General Manager BRASS Perú
General Manager of BRASS Perú SAC since 2015 and Business Development Manager at BRASS Chile S.A. An Execution Engineer in Electronics and Industrial Civil Engineer with over 22 years of experience in electrical design and instrumentation, leading projects for mining companies and overseeing medium and low voltage electrical designs, as well as instrumentation designs. Specialized in strategic management, sales and marketing.
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Ingrid Flores
Director of Quality and HSEC BRASS LATAM
Director of Quality and Health, Safety, Environment, and Community Management System at BRASS LATAM, with over 20 years of experience and extensive knowledge in quality management, workplace safety, health, and environmental management. A Chemical Civil Engineer with various diplomas and specializations in business, administration, and team management.
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César Retamal
Director of Finance BRASS LATAM
Héctor Oberg
Director of Operation BRASS LATAM
Mechanical Civil Engineer and Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering, from the University of Chile. Over 16 years of experience in mining (design, COM/PEM, ramp-up and operations) and projects related to Copper and Iron Mining. Experience in the design of pipelines for transporting copper and iron concentrate, water, and tailings both nationally and internationally.
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