Ariel Santamaria is the Vice President of Reliability 360® Operations at Advanced Technology Services, where he leads the strategy and execution to drive operational excellence, streamline processes and strengthen commercialization initiatives. With extensive experience spanning the industrial and consumer sectors, Ariel has consistently delivered sustainable growth, built high‑performing teams, and transformed operations within multinational organizations.
Before joining ATS, Ariel established a distinguished career at 3M, holding leadership roles that advanced business growth and operational transformation. His professional background also includes key positions at Grainger and Eaton Electrical, where he expanded market presence and implemented innovative strategies. He earned a degree in Industrial Engineering from La Salle University, an MBA from Thunderbird School of Global Management and a postgraduate degree from IPADE Business School.