Dr. Luis Figueroa
Founder & Managing Director
Consultations in English and Spanish
Principal-led consulting. International perspective.
Dr. Luis Figueroa leads Blackshore’s consulting engagements personally, bringing eighteen years of experience across public service, international business, energy and infrastructure. His work combines commercial judgment, political-risk analysis and cross-border strategic planning for businesses, investors, developers and institutions.
His experience spans the United States, Latin America — especially Central America — and the Middle East and North Africa. He helps clients assess market conditions, understand regulatory environments and develop practical strategies for complex commercial and organizational decisions.
A former Regional Director for the Governor of Puerto Rico, Dr. Figueroa brings firsthand knowledge of public administration and infrastructure programs. His technical and business education informs his consulting on energy markets, infrastructure development and international commercial strategy. He is also a published author on LNG markets and energy security.
Education & experience
- Doctor of Business Administration
- Paris School of Business — conferred 2026. Research focused on cross-border energy markets, geopolitical risk and international capital strategy.
- Civil engineering & international business
- Master’s degrees combining technical infrastructure knowledge with international business strategy.
- Public-service experience
- Former Regional Director for the Governor of Puerto Rico, with experience in public administration and infrastructure initiatives.
- Energy & market analysis
- Published author on LNG markets and energy security, with experience in cross-border energy and infrastructure consulting.
Direct involvement. Defined expertise.
Every engagement is led by Dr. Figueroa. When an assignment requires specialized expertise, Blackshore brings together senior advisors and sector specialists under his direction. The focus remains on research, strategic planning and practical consulting deliverables — not access to officials or influence on government decisions.
Independent consulting only
Blackshore is not a lobbying firm, law firm or FARA-registered agent. We do not provide lobbying, paid government access, foreign-agent representation or services requiring FARA registration. We do not represent clients before governments or advocate on their behalf. Matters requiring legal advice are referred to qualified independent counsel.