Horacio D. Rozanski
Horacio D. Rozanski | |
|---|---|
| Born | circa 1968 Argentina |
| Occupation | Business executive |
| Years active | 1991–present |
| Known for | President and CEO of Booz Allen Hamilton |
Horacio D. Rozanski (born circa 1968) is an American business executive of Argentine origin, currently serving as the president and chief executive officer of Booz Allen Hamilton, a multinational firm specializing in advanced technology, based in McLean, Virginia.
Early life
Rozanski was born in Argentina around 1968 and relocated to the United States in 1988 to pursue higher education at the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire, where he graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor's degree in business administration. He further advanced his studies by obtaining an MBA with high honors from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business in 1992.
Career
Rozanski’s professional journey with Booz Allen Hamilton commenced in 1991 as an intern at their Buenos Aires branch. Following the completion of his MBA at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, he joined the firm's Cleveland office, focusing on advising clients regarding marketing strategies. In 1999, he was promoted to vice president and subsequently held roles including chief personnel officer, chief strategy and talent officer, and president and chief operating officer before ascending to the CEO position in 2015.
He played a pivotal role in leading significant strategic transformations within the company. Beginning in 2012, Rozanski championed the “Vision 2020” initiative, which outlined Booz Allen’s developmental roadmap for the ensuing decade. This plan emphasized a focus on technology and broadened the firm’s capabilities into areas such as engineering, systems delivery, strategic innovation, commercial and global markets, as well as cybersecurity.
Assuming the CEO position on January 1, 2015, Rozanski had already joined Booz Allen’s board of directors in 2014. In his leadership capacity, he manages both domestic and international operations, steering business objectives, growth strategies, enhancing shareholder value, and monitoring emerging client demands.
Beyond his corporate responsibilities, Rozanski contributes to several organizations including the Committee on Conscience at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, the Corporate Fund Board at the Kennedy Center, and serves on the board of directors for the Children’s National Medical Center.
Personal life
Rozanski is married and has two daughters. He identifies with the Jewish faith.