Ruth Mendez is a seasoned legal executive with over 20 years of experience in the energy sector. As Vice President–Legal for Jiffy Lube International, Inc. and Head of Legal for Shell Mexico, she leads legal strategy across diverse markets, advising on complex regulatory, commercial, and governance matters.
Ruth brings deep expertise from supporting Digital, Contracts & Procurement, IT, Downstream, and Upstream businesses.
Ruth will share her remarkable journey from starting as a clerk to becoming a global executive. In this empowering session, she reveals the tools, relationships, and strategic decisions that shaped her rise through the energy industry. Attendees will gain practical insight into building influence, cultivating meaningful professional connections, and growing from any starting point into a leadership role.