Liana Gouta is the Director General of the European Fuel Manufacturers Association.

Her key areas of expertise are Energy Policy, Governmental Affairs, Advocacy, Communications, Business Strategy, Change Management, Project Management and Engineering.

She has served as a member of the Board of Directors in various organisations, including corporate entities and professional associations.

Liana, Ms Chemical Engineer with honours, from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece, is an executive with more than a 30 years career at a leading Greek Energy Group, with strong management and engineering background. She started her career as a field process engineer in refining and petrochemical plants in various technical positions. She then advanced to Group positions in managerial roles, leading major change initiatives and key projects by successfully managing high-performing cross-disciplinary teams.

She furthermore worked as an EU Parliamentary Policy and Communication Advisor on Energy, Environment, Industry, Research & Innovation and Regional Development.

Liana has demonstrated a strong leadership in professional Associations, social and political engagement, and has developed extensive networks in the professional, entrepreneurial, governmental and diplomatic field. She is passionate about the energy transition, climate & environment, entrepreneurship, leadership and women’s empowerment.