Garnica, a leading manufacturer of premium sustainable plywood, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sandra Porras as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective immediately. She will also serve as a member of the Steering Committee and report directly to Garnica CEO, Álvaro González.
With over 20 years of experience in corporate finance, auditing, and strategic management, Sandra brings a wealth of expertise to her new role at Garnica. In 2015, she was appointed CFO of Abengoa Bioenergy, where she led the company during its financial restructuring process and managed a variety of operational challenges. Sandra also has extensive experience in private equity-backed companies, having most recently served as CFO and Chief Strategic Officer at Terratest, where she conducted a number of strategic financial initiatives.
As Garnica’s CFO, Sandra will lead the Finance & IT departments and play a key role in shaping the company’s financial strategy, supporting its efforts to expand and adapt to the dynamic global market.
“Garnica is a progressive company and recognizes diversity not as a requirement, but as a strategic advantage,” said Álvaro González, CEO of Garnica. “By fostering an inclusive culture, we not only empower our people, but also position our company to innovate and grow in an increasingly complex global market. I have no doubt that Sandra’s leadership will be instrumental in maintaining Garnica’s strong financial position as it continues to expand its presence in North America.”
“I am excited to join Garnica at such a pivotal moment in the company’s journey,” Sandra added. “Its commitment to sustainability, innovation, and excellence aligns seamlessly with my own values and I look forward to working with the team to continue driving the company’s growth and success on a global scale.”
Garnica’s appointment of Sandra Porras as well as the recent addition of Marta Cepero, Chief Procurement and Quality Officer, reinforce the importance of gender equality in driving innovation and business growth. While the company acknowledges there is still more progress to be made, it remains committed to increasing female representation in high-level positions and ensuring all employees have equal opportunity to contribute to the company’s continued success.
About Garnica
Garnica is a global leader in the production of innovative and high-quality plywood, designed to meet the needs of the most demanding customers. Rooted in a strong respect for nature, people, and the community, the company works with wood from sustainable and renewable sources to preserve ecological balance. With over 1,100 employees, Garnica operates a total of seven production centers in Spain and France, strategically located to the main poplar plantation basins in Europe. Additionally, it has three offices including its headquarters in Logroño (La Rioja), support offices in Madrid, Spain and Raleigh in the United States. To strengthen its international presence, Garnica opened a warehouse in Savannah, US in 2024.
Feature Image Courtesy of: Garnica
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