About the Council

The Council on Critical Infrastructure

The Council on Critical Infrastructure (CCIC) is an independent research and analysis organization focused on operational technology, industrial resilience, infrastructure security, and geopolitical risk affecting critical industries.

CCIC was established to support more grounded and operationally informed discussions surrounding critical infrastructure security and industrial preparedness. The council examines challenges facing modern industrial and infrastructure environments as manufacturing systems, energy networks, supply chains, and operational technologies become increasingly interconnected and strategically significant.

Our work emphasizes practical risk, infrastructure continuity, operational resilience, and strategic awareness — rather than sensationalized cybersecurity narratives or technology marketing trends.

Mission

To advance informed discussion and strategic analysis surrounding the protection, resilience, modernization, and long-term stability of critical infrastructure systems.

Organizational Information

The Council on Critical Infrastructure was established in 2011 and is headquartered in Washington, D.C. CCIC operates as an independent research institution and is not affiliated with any government agency, political party, or commercial vendor.

CCIC’s research and editorial content is produced independently. The organization does not accept payment in exchange for editorial coverage, research conclusions, or publication decisions. Institutional supporters and partners have no influence over the Council’s analytical output or editorial judgments.

Contact

The Council on Critical Infrastructure
Washington, D.C.
[email protected]
www.ccicouncil.org

Executive Leadership

Chairman of the Council

Dr. Michael Harrington

Dr. Michael Harrington serves as Chairman of the CCI Council and provides strategic direction for the organization’s long-term initiatives. He has advised executive leadership teams across critical infrastructure sectors on operational resilience, industrial cybersecurity, and risk governance. His work focuses on strengthening cooperation between industry, government, and infrastructure operators.

President

Daniel Mercer

Daniel Mercer serves as President of the CCI Council and oversees organizational strategy, partnerships, and public engagement initiatives. He has extensive experience working with industrial enterprises and cybersecurity leaders on emerging threats affecting critical infrastructure. His research interests include operational technology security, supply chain resilience, and national preparedness.

Executive Director

Jonathan Reeves

Jonathan Reeves is the Executive Director of the CCI Council and leads the organization’s research coordination and institutional development efforts. His background includes strategic policy analysis, infrastructure risk management, and public-private collaboration initiatives. He works closely with contributors, advisors, and industry partners to expand the Council’s research and outreach mission.

Director of Research

Robert Whitmore

Robert Whitmore serves as Director of Research for the CCI Council, where he oversees analytical publications, threat assessments, and industry-focused studies. His professional background spans infrastructure modernization, cyber risk analysis, and industrial operations. He contributes to the Council’s efforts to deliver practical and actionable insights for infrastructure stakeholders.

Senior Advisor

William Carter

William Carter is a Senior Advisor to the CCI Council with decades of experience supporting infrastructure operators and executive leadership teams. His expertise includes organizational resilience, incident preparedness, and strategic planning for high-risk operational environments. He advises the Council on long-term infrastructure security and resilience initiatives.