Thomas A. Bartlett is the President and CEO of American Tower Corporation, a leading company in the telecommunications sector, effective since March 2020. Before this role, he was with American Tower as the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer...
Thomas A. Bartlett is the President and CEO of American Tower Corporation, a leading company in the telecommunications sector, effective since March 2020. Before this role, he was with American Tower as the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for over a decade. His leadership style is closely tied to performance-driven compensation; in 2023, he earned $19.3 million, with a significant chunk based on company success and strict financial goals. Interestingly, 80% of his incentives are linked to the company's financial achievements. Bartlett has a strong personal investment in American Tower, with his stock holdings valued at over $60 million as of 2024, showing he has skin in the game. His focus on aligning the company’s performance with shareholder interests is a priority. With a background in accounting and an MBA from the University of Massachusetts, he combines financial expertise with strategic growth initiatives for the company. Looking forward, he will transition to an advisory role as of February 2024, passing the CEO torch to Steven O. Vondran, while he remains a crucial figure in the company's strategy and vision.