Emil Abona

Emil Abona is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in strategy and operations management at DTE Energy, where currently serves as Manager of Strategy & Special Projects/Chief of Staff. This role involves advising senior leaders on strategic initiatives and collaborating with the executive team to prioritize resources effectively. Emil's background includes leading strategy development for Regulatory Affairs and managing cross-functional teams within various capacities, from Continuous Improvement Manager to Senior Strategist. Prior experience includes leadership roles at R1 RCM, where Emil oversaw a team dedicated to patient services, and operational positions at PricewaterhouseCoopers and Kaupthing Bank. Emil holds both a Master of Science in Financial Economics and a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the University of Gothenburg.