Executive Consultant

Manuel Atanacio is a highly accomplished professional with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree. He has four decades of experience working in various engineering and management roles for leading organizations in the technology industry.

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Throughout his career, Mr. Atanacio has demonstrated a proven ability to lead teams and drive business growth through innovation, strategic planning, and effective execution. He has a strong background in developing and implementing engineering solutions that optimize efficiency, increase productivity, and reduce costs.

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Mr. Atanacio's expertise extends to several areas, including project management, process improvement, product development, and technical sales. He is a strategic thinker who understands the importance of collaboration, communication, and stakeholder engagement in achieving success.

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Known for his collaborative leadership style, Mr. Atanacio also brings a strong commitment to mentoring, coaching, and continuous learning in support of evolving industry needs.

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​His areas of expertise includes:

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• ​EMS/ADMS/SCADA Consulting

• Transmission and Distribution Power Systems Operations

• Control Center Operations and Design

• North American Electricity Markets

• Electric Industry Re-structuring

• Operational Readiness and Change Management

• Project Management

• IEC Common Information Model

• IT/OT Integration

 

Prior to joining ESTA International, he worked for Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority, KEMA Consulting (now DNV GL), Utility Integration Solutions / Alstom Grid and Quanta Technology. Manuel was an IEEE PES Senior Member from 2008 to 2025.

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​Years of Experience

Over 40 years

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Countries of Work Experience

​USA, Brazil, Chile, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, India, Mexico, Paraguay, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Saudi Arabia, St. Vincent & The Grenadines, Singapore, Taiwan, Uruguay, and Vietnam

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Education

M.B.A. / Master of Business Administration / Rollins College, Winter Park, FL (2007)

B.S.E.E / University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez, PR (1985)

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Languages

English, Spanish