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Elvira Pleshakova is a seasoned professional in procurement and contracts management, currently serving as the Head of Procurement and Contracts at GIDARA Energy since March 2022. In this role, Elvira established the Procurement and Contracts functional division for a project converting non-recyclable waste into renewable fuels, playing a key part in procurement activities and contract negotiations. Previous roles include Contracts Manager at Bilfinger Tebodin and Contracts & Procurement Manager at Lloyds Energy, where Elvira set up contract management systems and led initiatives to develop contracting frameworks for global LNG operations. Elvira's extensive experience spans various prestigious companies such as Dubai Petroleum, LUKOIL, ENI, Shell, BP, Saipem, and Sakhalin Energy, covering high-value contracts and tendering processes in major international projects. Elvira holds a Diploma in Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions and Contracts Management from the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply, and a law degree from Kuban State University, Russia.