Leadership

MBA, PMP, CSD, CSM, A-CSD, CSPO

María Paula Graña, based in Buenos Aires, is a multifaceted expert, contributing significantly to Roderick's mission. 

Holding an Executive MBA from Universidad Torcuato Di Tella and a suite of prestigious certifications—including PMP (Project Management Professional), CSD (Certified Scrum Developer), CSM (Certified Scrum Master), A-CSD (Advanced Certified Scrum Developer), CSPO (Certified Scrum Product Owner), ICP (ICAgile Certified Professional), and DMCP (Destination Management Certified Professional)—she excels in digital transformation, project management, leadership, and agile methodologies. 

Her diverse experience across industries such as oil and gas, financial services, and technology enables her to innovate, oversee complex projects, and inspire teams toward outstanding outcomes, fostering efficiency and sustainable growth.

VP Business Development

Based in Ontario, Sam is an accomplished business development leader with over 20 years of international experience spanning information technology, cybersecurity, data centers, and energy efficiency solutions. He has worked extensively with multinational firms, helping them expand into new markets, secure strategic partnerships, and implement innovative growth strategies across North America, the Middle East, and beyond. 

With a career rooted in IT and security, Sam has collaborated with global leaders in telecommunications, cybersecurity, energy saving, and infrastructure management. His expertise includes introducing and scaling enterprise solutions in security frameworks, managed services, SaaS, IoT, and data center operations. Known for his ability to connect businesses with opportunities, he has consistently delivered value by building strong relationships with decision-makers, identifying emerging trends, and negotiating high-impact deals. Sam’s leadership style blends strategic foresight with hands-on execution. 

He has successfully driven business development initiatives for multinational corporations such as Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems and BlackBerry, as well as innovative firms in security consulting, energy saving technologies, and digital transformation. His track record includes driving revenue growth, expanding global market share, and enabling technology adoption that enhances operational efficiency and security resilience. 

As VP of Business Development, Sam leverages his unique cross-sector background to bridge technology and business strategy, ensuring clients achieve sustainable growth in highly competitive markets.

Principal

Ramon Rodriguez is a highly accomplished leader specializing in digital transformation within the oil and gas sector and beyond. As a principal at Roderick Consulting Inc., he delivers strategic advisory services and spearheads business expansion initiatives, bridging operational challenges with innovative digital solutions. 

With a robust background in consulting, project management, and technology integration, Ramon helps organizations optimize remote monitoring, automation, and efficiency to reduce costs and environmental impact. His visionary approach has positioned him as a key driver in transforming tangible assets through data-driven strategies.