Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Drew Slaton is an experienced Director of Risk Management with a global, government focus. He brings extensive expertise in risk management, project management, and technical advisory roles, with a strong track record of delivering successful outcomes for clients in the defense, infrastructure, and energy sectors.
Experience Summary
Current Role
Drew currently serves as the Director of Risk Management - Global, Government at Los Alamos National Laboratory. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the implementation of comprehensive risk management strategies across the organization's government-focused programs and initiatives. Drew's key contributions include enhancing risk mitigation processes, driving operational efficiency, and providing strategic guidance to executive stakeholders.
Career Progression
Prior to his current position, Drew held the role of Director of Risk Management - ALD Weapons Program (ALDWP) at Triad National Security, LLC / LANL. He has also served as the CEO and Founder of S2S Technical Services Corporation, a consulting firm specializing in risk management and project advisory services. Earlier in his career, Drew spent over 30 years at Bechtel, where he held positions as a Senior Risk Manager, Senior Project Manager, and Senior Advisor. In these roles, he supported major defense, infrastructure, and energy projects, both domestically and internationally, including key advisory positions with the UK Ministry of Defence and the Rwanda Ministry of Infrastructure.
Academic Background
Drew holds a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, where he graduated with distinction.
Areas of Expertise
- Risk management strategy and implementation
- Project management and advisory services
- Technical expertise in defense, infrastructure, and energy sectors
- Strategic planning and stakeholder engagement
- Leadership and team management
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Drew has made significant contributions to the successful delivery of complex, high-stakes projects. He has played a pivotal role in enhancing risk management practices, driving operational efficiency, and providing strategic guidance to executive stakeholders. Drew's technical expertise, combined with his proven leadership and advisory skills, have consistently positioned him as a trusted partner to his clients and colleagues.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience, technical acumen, and proven track record of delivering results, Drew Slaton is well-positioned to continue making a meaningful impact in the risk management field, particularly within the global, government sector. He is dedicated to leveraging his expertise to drive organizational success and contribute to the advancement of the industry.
