Jorge Quintana

CEO

Jorge Quintana leads ACK3 as its CEO, with a rich background as a distinguished veteran of the Spanish Special Forces and Assault Diver units. His extensive military experience, spanning over 25 years, has equipped him with in-depth knowledge in security, emergency management, and resilience, with professional engagements in more than 50 countries. Quintana’s expertise is further broadened by his roles in military assistance and civil-military cooperation.

Transitioning from the military to the corporate world, Jorge Quintana has held influential positions in major corporations such as Iberdrola, Cepsa, Acciona, Sener, and Ferrovial, showcasing his unique ability to adapt his strategic and operational skills to the corporate environment. His creative and financial acumen, uncommon among former special forces professionals, has proven invaluable in navigating complex business landscapes.

As a leader, Quintana is known for his proactive approach, comprehensive managing and consulting abilities, and a vast network of contacts, ensuring that ACK3’s clients receive exceptional value, innovative business solutions, and optimal resilience strategies to thrive in challenging situations.

Education

Master in Business Administration (MBA) by European Business School of Barcelona (ENEB), 2017-2018. Barcelona, Spain.
Cybersecurity course for SMEs and self-employed by Spanish National Cybersecurity Institute (INCIBE), León, Spain.
Master in Cybersecurity from IMF Smart Education in collaboration with Deloitte, 2016-2017. Madrid, Spain.
Resilience Auditor RES Certification by ASIS International, 2013. Alexandria, Virginia, USA.
Effective Management for Security Professionals Certificate from IE Business School, 2013. Madrid, Spain.
⦁ Course in High International Studies from Sociedad de Estudios Internacionales, 2012. Madrid, Spain.
Managing Safely Certificate by Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH), 2010. Leicestershire, United Kingdom.
Integral Security Management from Universitat de Vic – Universitat Central de Catalunya (UVic-UCC), 2010-2011. Barcelona, Spain.
Foundation Degree in Security Management and Consultancy from Leeds Beckett University. 2009-2011. Leeds, United Kingdom.
Military Sciences at the Escuela de Guerra del Ejército (Spanish Army War College), 2006-2007. Tarifa, Cádiz, Spain.
Officer in the General Corps of Arms, Infantry from the Academia General Militar (Spanish Military Academy), 1991-1996. Zaragoza, Spain