Our Team
Our Team
Our Team
Kenny Alameda founded Clipper Oil in 1985 and was in charge of day-to-day operations for the company from 1985-2006. He has spent his entire business career in the tuna industry. Today, he oversees Clipper Oil’s long term strategic planning and new business opportunities.
Kenny received a B.S. in Marketing from San Diego State University.
Kevin Alameda is responsible for running the day-to-day operations at Clipper Oil. He oversees all administrative and operational duties, including strategic direction, P&L management and monitoring the company’s performance. Kevin has been with Clipper Oil since 2006 and has been actively involved in expanding operations and diversifying the customer base worldwide.
Kevin received a B.A. in Economics & Political Science from the University of Michigan.
Sandi Myers is responsible for the accurate presentation of the Corporate Financial Statements. This requires managing the daily accounting functions, reliable cash flow forecasting, financial and legal compliance, credit exposure, assets & internal controls, direct & indirect tax reporting, foreign currency and consolidations.
Sandi received her Bachelor of Accountancy Degree from the University of San Diego and has been with Clipper Oil since 2008.
Eric Shahtaji is responsible for business development out of Clipper Oil’s headquarters in San Diego, as well as quoting competitive bunker and lubricant prices to Clipper Oil’s worldwide clientele.
Eric received a B.A. in International Studies & International Business from the University of Iowa and is fluent in English and Spanish.
Zheng Tian heads up Clipper Oil’s Singapore office. He is responsible for expanding Clipper Oil’s operations in Singapore and throughout Asia-Pacific and can be reached when the San Diego office is closed.
Zheng received a Bachelors Degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering from Nanyang Technological University and is fluent in English and Mandarin.
Chad Indihar is responsible for Clipper Oil’s physical markets including American Samoa and the Marshall Islands. Chad is also responsible for managing Clipper Oil’s Operations Department. Chad has been with Clipper Oil since 2013.
Chad received a B.S. in Finance from California State University, Long Beach.
Kyle Olson is a senior bunker trader who delivers competitive bunker and lubricant oil pricing to Clipper Oil’s existing customer base and prospective clients, including shipping companies, shipowners, vessel operators and other clients in the maritime industry. He works closely with Clipper Oil’s clients to understand their requirements and help them make informed decisions about fuel procurement strategies.
Kyle received a B.S. in Applied Economics with an emphasis in Finance from the University of Minnesota.
Kyle Renaud is responsible for providing logistical and supply chain insights to ship owners around the world. Kyle is also involved in negotiating and monitoring supply agreements to ensure global success.
Kyle earned his Bachelor’s degree in Operations and Supply Chain Management and an MBA from San Diego State University. Kyle is fluent in English and in French.
Malcolm Glendinning is an International Sales Associate who provides competitive bunker and lubricant oil pricing to Clipper Oil’s established customer network, as well as for prospective clients. He collaborates closely with customers to gain insights into each client’s unique requirements and offers personalized solutions tailored for optimal efficiency and cost savings.
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Malcolm received a B.S. in International Sales, with a minor in Spanish, from Penn State University.
Ben Jones is primarily responsible for operational and logistical coordination at Clipper Oil. He is the main point of contact for Clipper Oil’s clientele and ensures that all orders are completed and to satisfaction.
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Ben received a B.S. in Marketing from the University of Nevada, Reno.
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Lori Green serves as the Office Manager/Accountant at Clipper Oil, where she ensures that the daily administrative operations run smoothly. Lori joined Clipper Oil in 2018 and is actively involved with the company’s credit management procedure.
Lori received a B.S. from Colorado State University and has a Professional Certificate in Accounting Management from San Diego State University.
Jaret LaRocco is responsible for all in-house marketing projects at Clipper Oil, such as email newsletters, SEO updates and website development. In addition, he is tasked with keeping Clipper Oil’s supplier database up-to-date with business processes in new and existing markets.
Jaret earned his B.A. in Communication Studies from the University of San Diego.
Rafael Velasco is responsible for performing professional accounting duties in analysis and maintenance of Clipper Oil’s financial records. This includes processing day-to-day transactions and reconciliations for the American Samoa, San Diego and Singapore offices.
Rafael received a B.S. in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting from San Diego State University. He is fluent in Spanish and English.
Liane Morales is responsible for performing accounts payable duties for Clipper Oil’s various offices. She is also responsible for bank reconciliations, inventory control and other accounting functions and reports.
Liane received a B.S. in Biology from San Diego State University and has a Financial Accounting Certificate from the Harvard Business School Online. Liane is fluent in English and Tagalog/Filipino.
