Emil D.
About Emil D.
Emil D. serves as the Senior Vice President, Chief Security Officer, and Corporate Real Estate at American Tower. He has extensive experience in security and crisis management, having held various leadership roles at organizations such as S-RM, Control Risks, and International SOS.
Current Role at American Tower
Emil D. serves as the Senior Vice President, Chief Security Officer & Corporate Real Estate at American Tower. He has held this position since 2024, working from the company's Boston, Massachusetts office. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing security operations and corporate real estate strategies, contributing to the overall safety and operational efficiency of the organization.
Previous Experience at S-RM
Before joining American Tower, Emil D. worked at S-RM in various leadership roles. He was the Executive Director, Head of Client Services for 8 months in 2021 and previously served as the Executive Director, Head of Latin America & Caribbean and Crisis Management for 4 years from 2017 to 2021. His tenure at S-RM focused on client service and crisis management strategies across the Americas.
Educational Background
Emil D. has a diverse educational background. He studied at the University of St Andrews, earning a Master of Arts (Hons) in International Relations from 1993 to 1997. He also attended The Wharton School for the Wharton Management Program from 2004 to 2005. In addition, he completed the Transformational Leadership Program at MIT Sloan School of Management in 2008 and obtained a Cybersecurity certificate from Harvard University in 2021.
Career History Overview
Emil D. has extensive experience in security and crisis management across various organizations. He worked at Vale as General Manager of International Security from 2008 to 2013. His earlier roles include Operations Manager at Control Risks and various positions at International SOS, where he managed global assistance networks and operations. He also held a managing director position at Salamanca Group, focusing on Latin America and the Caribbean.
Professional Development Programs
Throughout his career, Emil D. has engaged in several professional development programs. He participated in the Mastering Leadership Challenges Program at IMD in 2010 and has completed various leadership and management training courses. These educational pursuits reflect his commitment to enhancing his leadership skills and adapting to the evolving challenges in security and corporate real estate.