Sean O'donnell
About Sean O'donnell
Sean O'Donnell serves as the Director of Sustainability and Risk Management at American Tower, where he has worked since 2019. He has a background in risk management and auditing, with previous roles at Deloitte & Touche and extensive experience in developing sustainability initiatives.
Current Role at American Tower
Sean O'Donnell serves as the Director of Sustainability and Risk Management at American Tower, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he focuses on integrating sustainability practices within the company's operations. He has been instrumental in overseeing American Tower's climate-related risk assessments and scenario analyses, aligning with the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) framework. His leadership supports the company's commitment to sustainability and responsible risk management.
Previous Experience at American Tower
Prior to his current role, Sean O'Donnell worked at American Tower in various capacities. He served as the Internal Audit Manager from 2009 to 2015, followed by his position as Senior Manager of Risk Management from 2015 to 2019. During his tenure, he developed science-based greenhouse gas reduction targets and directed the creation of the company's annual sustainability reports. His efforts contributed to American Tower's alignment with global sustainability commitments.
Experience at Deloitte & Touche
Sean O'Donnell began his career at Deloitte & Touche, where he worked as an Audit Senior in the Audit and Enterprise Risk Services (AERS) division from 2004 to 2009. He briefly served as an Audit Manager in 2009. His experience at Deloitte provided him with a strong foundation in audit practices and risk management, which he later applied in his roles at American Tower.
Educational Background
Sean O'Donnell holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics and Accounting from the College of the Holy Cross, where he studied from 2000 to 2004. He furthered his education by earning a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Finance and Sustainability from the D'Amore-McKim School of Business at Northeastern University, completing his studies from 2016 to 2020. His academic background supports his expertise in sustainability and risk management.
International Collaboration and Advocacy
Sean O'Donnell has extensive international experience, having collaborated with teams across over 25 countries. He has led American Tower's support for global initiatives such as the United Nations Global Compact and the Women’s Empowerment Principles. Outside of his professional commitments, he advocates for solar energy adoption and enjoys outdoor activities like hiking and kitesurfing.