Energy & Feedstocks

Carlo Barrasa Vice President, Head of Research Dow Jones Energy

Carlo Barrasa is the Head of Research at Dow Jones Energy

Carlo leads Dow Jones Energy’s research department, which provides clients with advisory and analysis on the markets for energy, chemicals, minerals, power and resources. Prior to this role, he stewarded the development of energy market content to help Dow Jones Energy’s clients navigate the complexities of the oil, gas & natural gas liquids markets. Previously, Carlo led the North American Light Olefins service, which provides clients with valuable insights into the regional market dynamics of cracker feedstocks, ethylene, and propylene. Prior to joining Dow Jones Energy, Carlo was a Senior Strategy Advisor at Anadarko Petroleum where he was responsible for guiding the company’s market strategy for its natural gas liquids business. After beginning his career in various downstream and chemical roles with ExxonMobil, Carlo then held senior consulting and research positions at IHS Markit legacy companies PFC Energy and CMAI. Carlo holds a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering and a master’s in business administration, both from the University of Texas at Austin.

Jaime Brito Executive Director, Refining and Oil Markets Dow Jones Energy

Jaime Brito is the Executive Director of refining and oil product markets at Chemical Market Analytics, part of Dow Jones Energy.

Jaime Brito is responsible for leading content and analysis on the refining and oil products markets and their impact on the chemical sector. With over 25 years of experience, his views and insights have reached all regions of the oil and gas industry, where he has covered oil and gas markets, refining economics, and commercial strategies.

Mr. Brito’s activities at the Energy Market teams cover all regions. His technical, commercial and geopolitical knowledge, paired with a deep understanding of oil and gas dynamics and pricing drivers, and a unique ability to anticipate potential market developments, make all his contributions significant value-added. He plays a leading role in assessing the outlook for global market fundamentals, refining rationalizations and supply, and is part of our market intelligence services focused on short- and long-term analysis.

Before joining Chemical Market Analytics, Mr. Brito delivered consulting on oil, fuels, and refining worldwide, from assessing the feasibility of new refineries in Asia and the Middle East to designing commercial strategies and investments in Europe and Latin America to conducting due diligence for asset acquisitions in the US and Canada. He has led diligence and feasibility studies totaling over $15 billion in capital.

Mr. Brito is based in Houston, Texas and holds an MBA and a BS in Chemical Engineering. As part of his long and international career, he is a regular guest on news programs, where he shares insights on global geopolitics, oil markets, and fuel prices, among other topics.

Adrian Calcaneo Executive Director, Energy & Feedstocks (NGL & Naphtha) Dow Jones Energy

Adrian Calcaneo is Executive Director of NGL & Naphtha at Chemical Market Analytics, part of Dow Jones Energy.

Mr. Calcaneo is based in Houston, Texas, where he currently serves as the Executive Director for Energy and Feedstocks at Dow Jones Energy. In this role, he leads the global development efforts for Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), NGL (Natural Gas Liquids), and Naphtha products, in addition to contributing to the broad energy market deliverables and insights.

With over 20 years of experience, Mr. Calcaneo brings a unique perspective shaped by his upbringing in Mexico City. He has extensively engaged with companies, regulators, and government officials throughout Latin America, a role marked by constant travel to more than 10 countries, as well as long-term assignments in Mexico, the United States, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. His diverse background, deeply rooted in his native understanding of Latin American culture and business practices, coupled with his extensive international travel experience, underscores his adeptness at navigating different business environments and engaging with a broad spectrum of stakeholders

Before joining Dow Jones Energy, Mr. Calcaneo held the position of Latin America NGL Lead at S&P Global Commodity Insights, overseeing NGL market research across 43 countries in Latin America and the Caribbean. His journey prior to this role includes serving as a Manager for Consulting Delivery at EAG Services, Inc., where he advised multinational energy companies. His rich research experience encompasses international trade, energy policy, and global economics at the Mosbacher Institute for Trade, Economics, and Public Policy, and his advocacy for various public policy matters while working at the Organization of American States in Washington DC.

Mr. Calcaneo academic journey is equally distinguished. He holds a BA from Texas A&M University, a Certificate in Advanced International Affairs, and a Master of Public Administration with a focus on Energy Policy from the Bush School of Government and Public Service at Texas A&M University. He has further enhanced his expertise by earning both a Graduate Certificate and a Master’s Degree in Data Science from Harvard University.

Tracy Cui Director, Energy Insights & Feedstocks Dow Jones Energy

Tracy is a Director with the Energy Insights team at Chemical Market Analytics, part of Dow Jones Energy.

Tracy Cui is an associate director with the Energy Insights team in Houston, Texas. With a keen focus on market dynamics, price forecasting, and supply/demand analysis, Ms. Cui specializes in the intricate domains of oil, gas, and chemical feedstock markets.

She leads Energy Macro Service, which empowers clients with valuable insights into the global oil and gas landscape. Previously, Ms. Cui was a principal analyst with the North American Light Olefins team. In this capacity, she delivered insights into regional market dynamics, particularly in cracker feedstocks, ethylene, and propylene.

Ms. Cui holds a doctoral degree in chemistry from the University of Houston and a master’s degree in industrial engineering from Texas A&M University.