Ricardo Roa will step down as president of Ecopetrol on July 30, 2026, following a mutual agreement between the executive and the company [3].
As Colombia's largest company, leadership changes at Ecopetrol signal significant shifts in the management of the nation's primary energy resources and state assets.
The decision follows a board meeting on July 24, 2026, that lasted more than 12 hours [1]. During this session, the company confirmed that Roa would exit the presidency. He is scheduled to return from unpaid leave on July 27, 2026 [2], before his definitive departure on July 30 [3].
Luis Felipe Henao will assume the interim presidency of Ecopetrol's Board of Directors [4]. This transition occurs alongside a wider restructuring of the board, as two other members resigned for personal reasons [2].
Board members acknowledged Roa for the achievements reached during his tenure. A source from the board said, "The exit of the executive was agreed between the parties" [3].
Analysts said that the company began Friday, July 24, with news that changes the power map of the organization [4]. The restructuring comes as the company navigates a complex energy landscape in Bogotá and across Colombia.
“The exit of the executive was agreed between the parties”
The departure of Ricardo Roa and the resignation of two board members suggest a significant realignment of leadership at Ecopetrol. By appointing Luis Felipe Henao to the interim board presidency, the company is stabilizing its governance structure after a marathon session that indicates internal urgency. This transition may signal a shift in strategic direction for Colombia's energy sector as the company moves toward new executive leadership.
