MORRISVILLE, N.C., May 16, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- IEM International, Inc., a global leader in
emergency management, disaster recovery, homeland security, and
digital citizen services, is proud to announce the appointment of
Alex Amparo to the newly
created position of Vice President of Critical
Infrastructure.
Throughout my career, I have seen firsthand
how vital it is to strengthen the infrastructure we rely on
daily.
In this capacity, Amparo will oversee IEM's infrastructure
projects. His leadership will direct our assistance to federal,
state, local, tribal, territorial, non-profit, and international
partners as we guide them in building security, resilience, and
continuity in the infrastructure sector. Leveraging his decades of
federal and state experience, Amparo will drive these initiatives
as an integral part of IEM's mission to build a safe, secure, and
resilient world.
"Alex's impact on our mission and the team, particularly in
Puerto Rico, continues to be
invaluable," stated Bryan
Koon, IEM President and CEO. "Under his expert guidance,
I feel confident IEM's infrastructure security and resilience
initiatives will continue to expand. I look forward to continuing
to collaborate with him as he joins the dynamic executive team
shaping IEM's future."
Amparo, formerly Director of Puerto Rico Critical
Infrastructure, joined IEM in 2023. He directed IEM's support for
Puerto Rico infrastructure
operations in this role, working with LUMA Energy. His insightful
leadership has driven recovery and resilience initiatives in the
energy sector on the island, contributing to a strengthened system
that can better serve the community and help it withstand
disruptions.
"I feel incredibly honored to take this next step with IEM as I
assume the new role of Vice President of Critical Infrastructure,"
stated Amparo. "Throughout my career, I have seen
firsthand how vital it is to strengthen the infrastructure we rely
on daily. In this new position, I'm thrilled to work closely
with IEM's executive leadership and team of experts to bolster
our presence in Puerto Rico and
the industry and help communities build a more resilient
future."
Amparo's appointment as Vice President marks another solid
addition to IEM's executive leadership team. With their collective
experience, IEM is poised to continue its upward trajectory,
reaching new heights, and expanding its services worldwide.
About Amparo
Amparo's emergency management and
disaster recovery career spans nearly three decades. He has been
instrumental in Puerto Rico's
recovery during his time at IEM and in his previous roles through
his dedication and expertise.
Before IEM, Alex served as Assistant Administrator for National
Preparedness at the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and
as Federal Disaster Recovery Coordinator for Puerto Rico. In these capacities, Amparo was
pivotal in supporting Puerto
Rico's recovery after Hurricane Maria and the 2020
earthquakes. His significant contributions to FEMA and his
dedication to rebuilding Puerto
Rico were recognized with the 2021 Presidential Rank
Award.
He held several additional roles in FEMA, including Acting
Deputy Administrator for Resilience and Assistant Administrator of
Recovery, where he managed over $90
billion in federal disaster aid disbursements. Before FEMA,
he served as Director of Emergency Management for the Governor's
Commission on Volunteerism and Service in the State of Florida and holds degrees from
Florida State University and
California State University.
About IEM
IEM: Building a safe, secure, and resilient
world, one innovative solution at a time. Founded in 1985, IEM has
grown to 1,100 dedicated consultants, becoming the world's largest
woman- and minority-owned consulting firm. Our comprehensive
services cover emergency management, homeland security, disaster
and economic recovery, grants management and compliance, logistics
and transportation policy and operations, infrastructure security
and resilience, public health policy and operations, digital
citizen services, cutting-edge national security and law
enforcement technologies, and public engagement and outreach. We
leverage scientific expertise, technology, and practical experience
to create meaningful client outcomes. From securing crucial funding
and program implementation to empowering communities, IEM is a
trusted partner for government agencies and private organizations
worldwide. Visit iem.com to learn more.
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