Candra Schatz (Aaae Cm

Candra Schatz, holding certifications as an AAAE CM and ACE, currently serves as the AVP of Safety and Leave Administration at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, effective January 2024. In this role, Candra leads the development and implementation of safety and leave management programs to support strategic goals. Prior to this position, Candra amassed extensive experience at American Airlines over 24 years, including roles as Senior Manager of Safety Investigations and Learning, Senior Manager of Corporate Safety, Manager of Risk Management, and various specialist positions focused on safety management systems and risk assessment. Candra's background includes spearheading safety initiatives and training programs, facilitating merger integration processes, and collaborating with FAA on safety related matters. Candra earned a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from Oklahoma State University.