José Luis Blanco

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José Luis Blanco, a seasoned leader in the field of renewable energy, was born in 1970 and commenced his professional journey in 1993 at Industrias Ferri. He then transitioned to Gamesa, where he held various executive positions and Management Board roles spanning from 1997 to 2012. Notable among these roles were Managing Director at Gamesa Eolica USA, COO at Gamesa USA, CEO and Engineering Director at Gamesa Solar, and Director of Gamesa Offshore.

In 2011, José Luis Blanco was elevated to the position of Chief Customer Officer and became a member of the Management Board at Gamesa. Subsequently, in 2012, he joined the Management Board of Acciona Windpower. Since the acquisition of Acciona Windpower by Nordex SE in April 2016, José Luis Blanco has been a member of the Management Board of Nordex SE, initially serving as the Chief Operating Officer (COO).

On 17th March 2017, José Luis Blanco was appointed Chairman of the Management Board of the Nordex Group, assuming the role of CEO. His tenure in this position is set until 31st December 2025.

José Luis Blanco’s academic pursuits include completing the PADE Senior Management Program at IESE Business School in Madrid, Spain, as well as the Management Program in Strategy & Operations Management at Caixavigo Business School in Vigo, Spain. Additionally, he holds a Master of Science (MSc) degree in Mechanical Engineering.

José Luis Blanco’s extensive experience, coupled with his strategic vision and leadership skills, have been instrumental in driving the growth and success of Nordex SE in the renewable energy sector. As Chairman and CEO, he continues to lead the company towards achieving its strategic objectives and fostering innovation in the renewable energy industry.

 

Personal Details

Title: Mr
Surname: Blanco
DoB: 01/01/1970
Age: 56 years
M/F: Male
Nationality: Spain
Country of Birth: Spain
Language: English
Qualification: PADE Senior Management Program, Management Program in Strategy & Operations Management, Master of Science (MSc)
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CompanyCommitteePositionDate Appointed
BoardMember01/01/1993
BoardChief Operations Officer

 

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CompanyCommitteeRoleAppointment DateResignation Date
Nordex SEExecutiveChief Executive Officer01/04/2016

 

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