John B. Emerson
American lawyer / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Dear Wikiwand AI, let's keep it short by simply answering these key questions:
Can you list the top facts and stats about John B. Emerson?
Summarize this article for a 10 year old
John Bonnell Emerson (born January 11, 1954) is an American diplomat, lawyer, business executive and the former United States Ambassador to Germany, having served from 2013 to 2017.[2] Emerson was the 2015 recipient of the State Department’s Sue M. Cobb Award for Exemplary Diplomatic Service, which is given annually to a non-career ambassador who has used private sector leadership and management skills to make a significant impact on bilateral or multilateral relations through proactive diplomacy.[3] In 2017 he was the recipient of both the CIA Medal and the United States Navy Distinguished Public Service Award, which is its highest civilian honor.[4]
John B. Emerson | |
---|---|
United States Ambassador to Germany | |
In office August 26, 2013 – January 20, 2017 | |
President | Barack Obama |
Deputy | Kent Logsdon[1] |
Preceded by | Phil Murphy |
Succeeded by | Richard Grenell |
Personal details | |
Born | John Bonnell Emerson (1954-01-11) January 11, 1954 (age 70) Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Kimberly Marteau |
Children | Hayley Taylor Jacqueline |
Alma mater | Hamilton College, New York University of Chicago |
Emerson currently serves as Vice Chairman of Capital Group International. He has been the Chairman of the American Council on Germany since 2018.[5]