Sacha Abinader ’05

Managing Director, Accenture
BS 2005, Rice University

Executive Bio: Sacha Abinader ’05 graduated with a bachelor’s degree from Rice in electrical and computer engineering and is a managing director in Accenture’s North America Energy practice based in Houston. He has 19 years of experience serving clients in Exploration and Production across several super majors and upstream independents. Abinader currently serves as the account leader for a super major’s upstream sector and leads Accenture’s efforts for methane management. He also serves as the Engagement Lead for Accenture’s Houston office of more than 2,500 people and aids in the recruitment of Rice students for Accenture.
What part of serving on the ARA board are you most excited about?: Finding ways to give back and reconnect with the Rice community.
What is your favorite "Only at Rice" story or memory?: Summer of 2003 - National Championship and Coordinating O-Week!
If you could give one piece of advice to Rice students, what would it be?: Take advantage of exploring Houston - it’s too easy to stay within the hedges