Kriya Shortt

President And Chief Executive Officer at Textron eAviation

Kriya Shortt began their work experience in 2007 as an Area Sales Manager at Cessna Aircraft Company. Kriya then went on to become a Regional Vice President, Sales, followed by the VP of Sales for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. In 2014, they joined Textron Aviation as the SVP of Sales and Marketing. Over the years, they held various roles at Textron Aviation, including SVP of Global Customer Support and SVP of Parts & Programs. In 2023, Kriya Shortt became the President and CEO of Textron eAviation, leading the development and expansion of the company's sustainable aircraft offerings for urban air mobility and other purposes.

Kriya Shortt earned their Bachelor of Arts degree in French from the College of the Ozarks in 1995. Kriya later pursued their Master of Business Administration degree from Webster University, graduating in 2002. Additionally, they have obtained certifications in the Senior Executive Leadership Program from Duke University and the Textron Executive Leadership Program from Thunderbird School of Global Management.

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Wichita, United States

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Textron eAviation

Headquartered in Wichita, Kansas, Textron eAviation is focused on sustainable flying, backed by Textron’s 100 years of expertise and the restless spirit for innovation that is embodied in our Pipistrel, Cessna, Beechcraft and Bell brands. Taking the lead in Textron’s development of sustainably powered flight, Textron eAviation is leveraging the industry-leading product design, certification, manufacturing, and aftermarket solutions from across Textron’s businesses coupled with the newly acquired expertise of Pipistrel.


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