Hon. Mark W. Menezes

The Honorable Mark W. Menezes is President and Chief Executive Officer of the United States Energy Association. In his role, Mr. Menezes represents the broad interests of the U.S. energy industry and interacts with domestic and international leaders to advance knowledge and seek partnerships to develop and enhance energy infrastructure worldwide. 

Mr. Menezes is a nationally recognized energy attorney. As the immediate past Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Department of Energy, former senior executive with two major energy companies, and former Congressional Committee Chief Counsel, he’s a strategic advisor to Wall Street, businesses, and policymakers. Mr. Menezes is the founder of Global Sustainable Energy Advisors LLC, a strategic advisory firm to energy, technology, and defense organizations. Additionally, Mr. Menezes is an Adjunct Professor at Georgetown Law School teaching courses on energy law, policy, and climate change. 

Mr. Menezes is a graduate of Louisiana State University receiving both his undergraduate and juris doctor degrees. He is licensed to practice in D.C., Texas and Louisiana, and is a member of the U.S. Supreme Court Bar.