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Promoted Officer Interview with Dan Abatemarco

Each of our 2023 promoted officers exemplify a deep commitment to professional excellence and leadership with focus, integrity, and authenticity. Get to know Dan Abatemarco – a Senior Vice President for acoustics, noise, and vibration with an ear for city noise.

What was your first job? Barback at a beachfront seafood restaurant.

Do you have a favorite book or author? Can’t pick a favorite book but I am currently obsessed with Julia Turshen’s cookbooks.

What’s your favorite hobby? Cooking and eating fish that I catch.

What’s your favorite thing about NYC? It’s loud. Really loud.

Is there a favorite project you’ve worked on? The American Museum of Natural History Gilder Center Expansion – as close as I’ll ever get to my childhood dream of being a paleontologist.

Are there any misconceptions people have about your field? That all acousticians dislike noise.

What do you like most about working at AKRF? I love working with our diverse array of experts. Everyone really knows and cares about their thing.