Roela Santos
About Roela Santos
Roela Santos serves as the Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at Amentum, where she oversees various aspects of corporate branding and stakeholder communications. With over 28 years of experience, she has held leadership positions at several prominent companies and has been recognized for her contributions to marketing and communications.
Work at Amentum
Roela Santos serves as the Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at Amentum, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she oversees corporate branding, public affairs, digital media, events and tradeshows, advertising, executive communications, corporate social responsibility, and employee engagement for the company. Amentum is recognized as an $8 billion global engineering and system integration leader. Santos plays a crucial role in shaping the company's marketing strategy and enhancing its brand presence in the industry.
Previous Experience at BAE Systems
Before joining Amentum, Roela Santos worked at BAE Systems as the Vice President of Communications and Marketing from 2021 to 2022. During her 10-month tenure in McLean, Virginia, she was responsible for leading communications and marketing initiatives, contributing to the company's strategic goals and enhancing its market position.
Career at SAIC and Raytheon
Roela Santos held the position of Chief Communications and Marketing Officer at SAIC from 2019 to 2020. Prior to that, she worked at Raytheon in various roles, including Mission Area Communications Lead from 2005 to 2012 and Global Communications Director for Cybersecurity and Special Missions from 2012 to 2016. Her experience at Raytheon spanned over seven years, during which she developed and implemented communication strategies that supported the company's objectives.
Educational Background
Roela Santos has a robust educational background, having studied at multiple institutions. She earned a Master’s degree in Public Relations and Corporate Communications from Georgetown University. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Management from Loyola Marymount University and an MBA in Marketing and Information Technology from the University of California, Irvine - The Paul Merage School of Business.
Achievements and Recognition
Roela Santos has been recognized for her contributions to the field of marketing and communications. She was awarded WashingtonExec’s 2020 Chief Marketing/Communications Officer of the Year and was named among the Top 25 MarCom Leaders to Watch in 2020. Her efforts in creating a unified brand presence from acquired companies have advanced commercial success and employee engagement, showcasing her impact on organizational growth.