United Airlines and United Express operate approximately 5,000 flights each day to more than 370 destinations throughout the world.

Aviation & Aerospace

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Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, NIKE, Inc.
Mr. Friend is Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for NIKE, Inc. Prior to his current role, he served as the Chief Financial Officer for Nike Operating Segments and Vice President of Investor Relations. He also served as Chief Financial Officer of the Nike Brand, including all of Nike’s externally reported operating segments, and Chief Financial Officer, Global Brands & Functions, including the Nike, Jordan, and Converse brands. From 2010 to 2014, Mr. Friend served as Chief Financial Officer of Nike’s Emerging Markets operating segment, including Latin America, Africa, and most of Asia. 

Prior to his operational roles, Mr. Friend served as Senior Director of Corporate Strategy and Corporate Development, with responsibility for managing the global strategic planning function. Prior to joining Nike in 2009, Mr. Friend worked in the financial services industry for over a decade, including roles as Vice President of investment banking and mergers and acquisitions at [Goldman Sachs](/org/goldman-sachs) and [Morgan Stanley](/org/morgan-stanley). He advised on numerous transactions across the media, telecom, and technology industries. 

Mr. Friend is a member of Nike’s Executive Leadership Team and is the senior management representative to the Audit & Finance Committee of the Nike, Inc. Board of Directors. He also serves as an executive sponsor of the Women of Nike Employee Group. He is a graduate of the Haas School of Business at the University of California at Berkeley.
 
Mr. Friend has served on the United Airlines Holdings, Inc. Board of Directors since December 2021, and is a member of the Audit Committee and Compensation Committees. 

Matthew Friend

Laysha Ward joined the Board of Directors in February of 2021. Ward, currently Executive Vice President and Chief External Engagement Officer of Target Corporation, has an impressive resume with more than three decades of corporate leadership experience. 

In addition to her executive role at Target Corporation, Ward serves on the Aspen Institute Latinos and Society Advisory Board, the Stanford Center for Longevity Advisory Council, and is a member of the Executive Leadership Council, the Economic Clubs of New York and Chicago, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, and The Links. Ward also serves on the board of directors of Denny's Corporation, as well as the boards of [Greater MSP](/org/greater-msp), the Minnesota Orchestra, and the Northside Achievement Zone. 

Laysha Ward

ason Birnbaum is the senior vice president of digital technology. He is responsible for supporting United’s commercial technologies, including the loyalty, sales, network and revenue management departments.

Jason previously served as the vice president of operations technology, where he was responsible for the effective implementation and management of technology strategies and solutions to support United’s global operations.

Prior to this role, Jason held the position of executive vice president and chief information officer for SIRVA Inc., where he had full responsibility for all customer facing and business support IT systems. He also served as the chief information officer for GE Health Care Global Supply Chain and GE Industrial Europe.

Jason holds a bachelor’s degree in finance from the University of Missouri and an MBA from the University of Illinois. Jason is married and has three sons.

Jason Birnbaum

Captain Hamilton is the Master Chairman for the United Master Executive Council of Airline Pilots Association International representing over 14,000 pilots of [United Airlines](/org/united-airlines).

Captain Hamilton has served for twelve years as an Executive Vice President on the Airline Pilots Association Executive Council as well as Executive Administrator for the [United Airlines](/org/united-airlines) Master Executive Council. Previously, Captain Hamilton was elected to serve for six years as the United Master Executive Council Secretary-Treasurer. Additionally, he has served on numerous committees that led to innovations that provided greater membership services and continued financial stability for the Airline Pilots Association.  Captain Hamilton provides valuable management expertise and knowledge of aviation and airline services to the Board.

Captain Hamilton has been a pilot for United for 25 years and has flown the B727, B737, B757/767 and B777. He was also an instructor on the B777 and is currently a B767/B757 Captain based out of Denver.

Michael Hamilton

Chris Kenny is currently the VP, Controller at [United Airlines](/org/united-airlines). Chris previously worked as an Audit Manager at EY from June 1986 to March 1996.

Chris Kenny has a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from [The University of Texas at Austin](/org/the-university-of-texas-at-austin).

Their manager is Gerald Laderman, EVP, CFO. They work with and Michael Leskinen - VP, Corporate Development & IR.

Chris Kenny

Natalia Bies

Most recently, Restivo led external communications in support of [Comcast](/org/comcast) NBCUniversal's suite of residential and business products and services, including Xfinity Internet, Video, Home, Voice and [Comcast](/org/comcast) Business. In addition, Restivo developed consumer, accessibility, influencer and technology campaigns and led brand strategy integrations with a wide variety of organizations, including the United States Olympic Committee, the Academy Awards and NASCAR. Restivo earned his communications degree from [James Madison University](/org/james-madison-university) in Virginia. 

Steven Restivo

Sarah Murphy is the senior vice president of United Express, where she oversees United’s extensive regional network, product, customer service, operations and strategy.

Prior to this role, Sarah served as United’s vice president of global operations strategy, planning and design, where her responsibilities included leading all customer-facing operations strategy and planning to help the airline’s employees deliver better reliability and service.

Sarah was instrumental in launching United’s core4 service model, founded on four standards: safe, caring, dependable and efficient. The airline began core4 training with its customerfacing employees and eventually rolled out the training to all 93,000 United employees.

Previously, Sarah served as United’s vice president of financial planning and analysis, overseeing the airline’s operating and capital budgets. Sarah also served as United’s managing director of financial and capital planning and leading investor relations.

Prior to joining United in 2006, Sarah worked at Merrill Lynch in its investment banking division.

In 2015, Sarah was named one of Crain’s Chicago’s “40 Under 40.” She holds a Bachelor of Science from Columbia University School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. Sarah and her husband have two children.

Sarah Murphy

Bob Rivkin is senior vice president and general counsel for United. He leads United’s Legal Department, including the corporate, securities, finance, commercial, litigation, government contracts, intellectual property, antitrust, environmental, employment and international groups. Bob is also responsible for security, facilitation, compliance, ethics and investigations.

Prior to joining United, Bob served as deputy mayor of the city of Chicago. He oversaw the implementation of Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s key priorities across city departments and agencies, focusing his efforts on economic development, job creation and retention, and infrastructure.

Bob was previously deputy general counsel of [Delta Air Lines](/org/delta-air-lines), where he was responsible for addressing governmental regulation and oversight in the U.S. and abroad, as well as litigation, antitrust, employment and real estate legal issues. Prior to joining Delta, Bob served four years as general counsel of the [U.S. Department of Transportation](/org/u-s-department-of-transportation), after being nominated by President Obama and unanimously confirmed by the [U.S. Senate](/org/u-s-senate). Earlier in his career, Bob was deputy general counsel of Aon Corporation and general counsel of the [Chicago Transit Authority](/org/chicago-transit-authority). He has also worked in private law practice, as a federal prosecutor, for the British Parliament and at the European Commission in Brussels, Belgium.

Bob graduated magna cum laude from Harvard College, received a juris doctor degree from Stanford Law School, where he was an associate editor of the Stanford Law Review, and clerked for Judge Joel M. Flaum of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit. He is currently on the boards of the [National Park Foundation](/org/national-park-foundation) and the [Steppenwolf Theatre Company](/org/steppenwolf-theatre-company), and volunteers with Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Chicago. His wife, Cindy Moelis, is president of the Pritzker Traubert Foundation. They have three grown children.

Robert Rivkin

Mr. Kennedy served as President and Chief Executive Officer of T. Rowe Price Group, Inc., a global investment management organization which provides mutual funds, sub-advisory services and institutional asset management, from 2007 to 2015. During his tenure, T. Rowe more than doubled its assets under management, which increased from $335 billion at the end of 2006 to $763 billion as of December 31, 2015. Prior to his appointment as President and Chief Executive Officer in 2006, Mr. Kennedy served in roles of increasing responsibility at T. Rowe since 1978.  Mr. Kennedy graduated from [Princeton University](/org/princeton) with a BA degree and [Stanford University](/org/stanford) with an MBA. He is a recipient of the [Stanford University](/org/stanford) Graduate School of Business Excellence in Leadership Award.

James A. C. Kennedy

Mr. Isaacson is a Professor of History at [Tulane University](/org/tulane-university) and an Advisory Partner at [Perella Weinberg Partners](/org/perella-weinberg-partners), a financial services firm based in New York City. He was President and Chief Executive Officer of [The Aspen Institute](/org/the-aspen-institute-inc), an international education and leadership studies institute, from 2003 to 2018. Mr. Isaacson previously served as the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of CNN from 2001 to 2003 and as the editor of Time Magazine from 1994 to 2001. He is the author of several books, including biographies of Leonardo da Vinci, Steve Jobs, Benjamin Franklin and Albert Einstein.

Walter Isaacson

Mr. Harford served as Chief Operating Officer of Uber Technologies, Inc. from 2018 to June 2019. As COO, he oversaw global ride-sharing strategy, marketing, customer support, and the company's food-delivery business, Uber Eats. Previously, Mr. Harford served as CEO and a director of Orbitz Worldwide from 2009 to 2015. During Mr. Harford’s tenure, Orbitz Worldwide achieved strategic success in mobile, developing award-winning apps for iOS and Android; launched Orbitz Rewards; and built the Orbitz Partner Network into a leading provider of private label travel solutions to partners in the airline, hotel, travel agency and bank loyalty industries. Prior to Orbitz Worldwide, Mr. Harford served in a variety of roles at Expedia, Inc. from 1999 to 2006, including as President of Expedia Asia Pacific from 2004 to 2006. Mr. Harford previously served on the board of directors of Lola, LiquidPlanner, Inc., eLong, Inc., Crystal Orange Hotel Group (formerly Mandarin Hotel Holdings) and GlobalEnglish Corporation. Mr. Harford holds an MBA from [INSEAD](/org/insead) and a Master of Arts in Natural Sciences from Clare College, Cambridge University.

Barney Harford

Ms. Hooper is President and CEO of The Directors’ Council, which consults with corporate boards to increase their independence, effectiveness and diversity. Previously, she served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Voyager Expanded Learning from 1999 to 2000, and of Stadtlander Drug Company, Inc. from 1998 to 1999.  Prior to joining Stadtlander, Ms. Hooper served as Corporate Vice President of Caremark International Inc. and President of Caremark’s International Business Group, responsible for the expansion of Caremark into Europe, Canada and Japan. She began her career at Baxter International and was President of Baxter Canada, Canada’s largest health care and laboratory supplies company.

With more than 25 years of corporate board experience, Ms. Hooper is an audit committee financial expert with over 20 years of experience chairing the audit committees of several major companies. In 2017, she was selected as the Director of the Year by the [National Association of Corporate Directors](/org/national-association-of-corporate-directors). Ms. Hooper currently serves on the board of directors of PPG Industries, Inc. and UnitedHealth Group, Inc.

Ms. Hooper earned an MBA in Finance and Accounting at the University of Chicago and a BA in Economics at the [University of Pennsylvania](/org/university-of-pennsylvania).

Michele J. Hooper

Mr. Philip served as the Chief Operating Officer of Partners in Health, a global non-profit healthcare organization, responsible for overseeing the operations of the Partners in Health projects globally including in countries such as Liberia, Sierra Leone, Rwanda and Haiti, from 2013 to 2017. Previously he served as Special Partner of Highland Consumer Fund, a consumer-oriented investment fund, from 2013 to 2017 and as Managing Partner from 2006 to 2013. Mr. Philip was one of the founding members of the internet search company Lycos, Inc. During his time with Lycos, Mr. Philip held the positions of President, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer at different times. Prior to joining Lycos, Mr. Philip spent time as the Vice President of Finance for [The Walt Disney Company](/org/disney) and also previously spent a number of years in investment banking. He currently serves on the board of directors of Hasbro, Inc. and BRP Inc. Mr. Philip received a BS in Economics and Mathematics from [Vanderbilt University](/org/vanderbilt-university) and an MBA from [Harvard Business School](/org/harvard-business-school).

Edward M. Philip

Captain Bryan Quigley is senior vice president of flight operations. In this role, Bryan serves as the airline’s FAA certificate director of operations and leads the company’s flight operations division. His responsibilities include overseeing 12,500 pilots; developing and implementing pilot contracts, policies and procedures; overseeing all pilot domiciles, training, flight standards and flight technology; as well as the division’s operating and capital budgets.

Prior to this position, Bryan was vice president and general manager of United’s San Francisco hub. He was responsible for the safety and execution of all operations at this vital hub for United. Bryan also served as managing director and System Chief Pilot and managing director of flight operations. These roles were critical during the operational integration of policies and procedures associated with the merger between Continental and [United Airlines](/org/united-airlines).

Prior to joining United, Bryan served as a U.S. Naval Aviator and retired as a Navy Captain from the U.S. Navy Reserve. He commanded Patrol Squadron 62 in Jacksonville, Florida, and served as a senior staff officer to NATO prior to retirement.

Bryan received a Bachelor of Science in business administration from [Appalachian State University](/org/appalachian-state-university) and completed the Executive Scholar Program from the Kellogg School of Management at [Northwestern University](/org/northwestern-university).

Bryan Quigley

Terri Fariello is United’s senior vice president of government affairs and global public policy. In this role, Terri leads the company’s federal, state and local government engagement and is based in Washington, D.C.

Before joining United, she served as vice president of Exxon Mobil Corporation’s Washington, D.C. office and led the company’s federal and state government affairs operation. In her 16-year tenure at Exxon Mobil, Terri advised the company’s senior leadership on key issues before Congress, the Executive Branch and state governments.

Prior to joining Exxon Mobil, Terri served as deputy assistant secretary for International Energy Policy in the Office of International Affairs at the [U.S. Department of Energy](/org/u-s-department-of-energy) and held senior leadership positions at Occidental Petroleum Corporation. She also served as a Congressional aide to two members of Congress. Throughout her career, Terri has been recognized for leadership in government relations, including being named to the Washingtonian Magazine’s list of “Most Powerful Women” and The Hill’s “Top Lobbyists.”

Terri holds an LLM in International and Comparative Law from the Georgetown University Law Center and a juris doctorate from George Mason University School of Law. She received her undergraduate degree in political science from [George Washington University](/org/gwu). Terri serves on the board of directors and is a member of the executive committee of the [Humane Rescue Alliance](/org/humane-rescue-alliance). She contributes to her community by serving on the boards of a number of groups including the Business Council for International Understanding, the Economic Club of Washington, D.C., the Carlton Club and Ford’s Theatre.

Terri lives in Washington, D.C. with her dog.

Theresa Fariello

Toby Enqvist is senior vice president and chief customer officer for United. He is responsible for overseeing our Inflight Services, Network Operations Center, Contact Centers, Customer Service Delivery, Customer Solutions and Recovery teams.

Toby has been with United for over 22 years and has held several senior leadership positions within operations and finance. Toby was most recently senior vice president of Network Operations and Customer Solutions and Recovery for United. In addition to overseeing the day-to-day operations of the airline in the areas of operational control, crew scheduling, air traffic control, etc., he was also responsible for the reservations and customer care teams, and for giving our front-line employees the tools, policies and processes needed to do their jobs.

Previously, Toby was also vice president of Airport Operations – Domestic and International line stations and hubs.

Toby joined Continental in 1996. During his 15 years with Continental, he served in a variety of positions including the vice president of Corporate Real Estate.

Born and raised in Stockholm, Sweden, Toby moved to the U.S. to attend Ouachita Baptist University on a tennis scholarship, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in business administration. He received his master of business administration from [Southern Methodist University](/org/southern-methodist-university) in Dallas, Texas. He is also a member of the Northwestern University Business Advisory Council. He is married and has a daughter.

Torbjorn J. Enqvist

Gerry Laderman is executive vice president and chief financial officer for United. In this role, Gerry is responsible for developing United’s overall financial strategy, including cost management, capital allocation and balance sheet optimization.

Gerry is a 30-year United veteran and brings extensive experience to this role. Previously, as a member of the senior executive leadership team, he served as treasurer and senior vice president of finance and procurement. In this role Gerry oversaw corporate finance, treasury operations, risk management, fleet management, tax and procurement (including fuel, technical and corporate procurement).

Gerry was senior vice president of finance and treasurer for Continental Airlines from 2001 to 2010. Gerry joined Continental in 1988 as senior director of legal affairs, finance and aircraft programs. Prior to joining Continental, Gerry practiced law at the New York firm of [Hughes Hubbard & Reed](/org/hughes-hubbard-reed-llp) from 1982 to 1988.

Gerry graduated from [Dartmouth College](/org/dartmouth) with a bachelor of arts degree in 1979, and the University of Michigan Law School with a juris doctor in 1982. He is married and has three children.

Gerald Laderman

Josh Earnest is senior vice president and chief communications officer for [United Airlines](/org/united-airlines). He is responsible for developing the company's global communications strategy, leading a world-class team to execute it, working closely with the company's leadership to shape the airline's public image and serving as the company's chief spokesman. He brings to this role two decades of strategic communications expertise from the highest levels of politics and government, including as White House Press Secretary.

Before joining United, Josh worked as a political analyst for NBC News and MSNBC, making appearances on the network's leading news programs including the Today Show, Meet the Press and NBC Nightly News. Prior to that, Josh served for eight years in the Obama White House, first as deputy press secretary before being promoted to White House Press Secretary in 2014.

In addition to his work in front of the cameras, Josh played a leading role behind the scenes to develop and implement an innovative communications strategy that was paired with a fully-integrated digital media presence to drive the Administration's agenda.

His two-decade career in politics has taken him from Capitol Hill to some of the largest states and most competitive races in the country, including four presidential campaigns, statewide races in Texas and Florida and Mike Bloomberg's first campaign for Mayor of New York.

Josh received his degree in political science and policy studies from [Rice University](/org/rice-university). He is married and has two children.

Josh Earnest

Brett J. Hart is executive vice president and chief administrative officer for United. In this role, Brett is responsible for managing the company’s legal and environmental affairs, corporate security, corporate real estate worldwide, government affairs, community affairs, corporate communications and international, regulatory and policy matters for the airline, reporting directly to CEO Oscar Munoz.

Prior to joining United in 2010, Brett was executive vice president, general counsel and corporate secretary at Sara Lee Corporation, where he directed global legal operations for the corporation. After joining Sara Lee in 2004 as assistant general counsel, Brett held positions of increasing responsibility including deputy general counsel and global compliance officer.

Prior to Sara Lee, Brett was a partner at Sonnenschein Nath & Rosenthal in Chicago. Before that, he served as special assistant to the general counsel at the U.S. Department of Treasury in Washington, D.C.

Brett received his bachelor of arts degree in philosophy and English from the University of Michigan and a juris doctorate degree from the University of Chicago Law School. He is married and has three sons.

Brett J. Hart

Kate Gebo is the executive vice president of human resources and labor relations for [United Airlines](/org/united-airlines). Kate is responsible for leading a global team of more than 500 professionals in the transformation of United’s culture.

In her role, Kate and her team are the principle drivers of delivering on commitments to employees to provide a great employee experience; recruiting, developing and retaining top talent; and building effective teams to put customers at the center of everything United does while working closely with our labor partners.

Kate previously served as senior vice president of customer service delivery and chief customer officer at United. She was responsible for delivering an integrated and industry-leading travel experience for customers from booking to landing. Kate also previously served as United’s vice president for the office of the CEO, where she worked with United’s CEO, Oscar Munoz and the executive team to coordinate strategic company initiatives.

Kate joined United in 1998 and also held roles leading the Corporate Real Estate organization and in Procurement. Prior to joining United, Kate worked at Continental Airlines.

Kate received her bachelor’s degree in finance from Chicago’s [DePaul University](/org/depaul-university). She earned a master’s degree from the Graduate School of Business at Loyola University of Chicago.

Kate Gebo

Linda Jojo is executive vice president of technology and chief digital officer for [United Airlines](/org/united-airlines), responsible for information technology, data analytics, digital products, e-commerce, cyber security and the airline’s digital strategy.

Prior to joining United in 2014, Linda held the position of executive vice president and chief information officer for [Rogers Communications](/org/rogers-communications), Canada’s leading wireless, cable and media company. She also served as the CIO for Energy Future Holdings Corporation and Flowserve Corporation. Earlier in her career, she worked for GE in various technology leadership roles.

Throughout her career, Linda and her teams have been recognized by multiple organizations for technology leadership. Most recently she was awarded Chicago’s 2017 “CIO of the Year” and named to Crain’s Chicago Business 2016 and 2018 “Tech 50.”

In addition to her work, Linda is passionate about preparing young people for STEM careers. She is Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees of the Adler Planetarium in Chicago and a member of the Board of Trustees at [Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute](/org/rensselaer-polytechnic-institute) in Troy, NY.

Linda, who is married, holds a bachelor’s degree in computer science and a master’s degree in industrial engineering from [Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute](/org/rensselaer-polytechnic-institute).

Linda Jojo

Janet Lamkin is United Airline’s SVP for Market and Community Innovation. Prior to that, Lamkin was President for [United Airlines](/org/united-airlines) in California since 2017.

Prior to this role, Janet served as the California state president for [Bank of America](/org/bank-of-america). She was responsible for growing the business and strategically positioning the bank in California, including developing and maintaining relationships within the corporate, government and grassroots sectors. Janet spent 20 years with [Bank of America](/org/bank-of-america), serving in a variety of senior management positions.

Janet recently concluded a two-year term as the chair of the [Bay Area Council](/org/bay-area-council), the first woman to hold that post. The San Francisco Business Times has recognized Janet as one of the 100 Most Influential Businesswomen in the Bay Area for eight consecutive years. She has been a champion of diversity, inclusion and women’s leadership throughout her career, and she speaks regularly on these issues. She sits on the boards of several nonprofit organizations, including the German Marshal Fund, [SFMOMA](/org/san-francisco-museum-of-modern-art), the UCSF Health Executive Council and the California Academy of Sciences.

A native of Stockton, California, Janet holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from [Westmont College](/org/westmont-college) and a master’s degree in international relations from the Australian National University.

Janet Lamkin

Scott Kirby is chief executive officer of [United Airlines](/org/united-airlines). He served as the company’s president from 2016 to 2020 and was responsible for United’s operations, marketing, sales, alliances, network planning and revenue management. As president, he played a pivotal role in enabling United’s cultural transformation and executing the company’s strategic growth plan.
Prior to joining United, Scott was president of [American Airlines](/org/american-airlines) from 2013 to 2016 and president of US Airways from 2006 to 2013. He is a well-known industry veteran, with a broad and accomplished three-decade-long career in significant leadership roles within the airline industry. Scott started his career at the Pentagon and in the technology sector.
Scott has bachelor’s degrees in computer science and operations research from the U.S. Air Force Academy and a Master of Science in operations research from [George Washington University](/org/gwu). He is married and has six children.

J. Scott Kirby

Sasha is an aviation expert with over 10 years of experience in flight safety and regulatory policy. 

Prior to her time in avaiation, Johnson spent more than a decade in broadcast journalism at CNN, including covering campaigns and elections as a senior producer.

Johnson holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at [Syracuse University](/org/syracuse-university).

Sasha Johnson

Greg Hart is the executive vice president of strategy and planning at United. In this role, Greg is focused on critical issues including safety, hygiene and building a more operationally efficient airline. Previously, Greg was the executive vice president and chief operations officer responsible for all flight operations, technical operations and network operations, as well as cargo, safety and United Express. Greg also oversaw United’s global customer service delivery functions including customer contact centers, inflight operations, airport operations, food services and United clubs.

Prior to that, Greg was senior vice president of technical operations at United. Greg also served as senior vice president of network at United from 2010 to 2012 and as vice president of network strategy for Continental Airlines from 2008 to 2010. Greg held various leadership positions at Continental Airlines since joining in 1997, including staff vice president of domestic scheduling and managing director of corporate development.

A native of Milwaukee, Greg received his bachelor’s degree from the [University of Wisconsin](/org/university-of-wisconsin-madison) in 1987 and a master’s in business administration from [Cornell University](/org/cornell-university) in 1993. He is married and has two children.

Gregory Hart

Jan Krems is President, [United Cargo](/org/united-cargo) for United, the world's leading airline. In this role, he is responsible for all aspects of [United Cargo](/org/united-cargo)'s operations, customer service, sales and marketing activity, revenue management, product quality and technology solutions. Prior to this position, Krems was Vice President Americas for Air France-KLM-Martinair Cargo, where he was responsible for the company's operations, customer service and sales in North America, South America, Latin America, Canada and the Caribbean.

Krems joined United after a 27-year career at KLM Cargo. While with KLM, he served in a number of leadership positions including Vice President Asia and Vice President Europe, Africa and the Middle East. As the company's Vice President Worldwide Customer Service during and after the merger with Air France Cargo, he was responsible for the integration of all Air France and KLM cargo offices, aligning processes, cultures, IT systems and people on a global scale.

Krems holds a bachelor's degree in commercial economics from [Utrecht University](/org/utrecht-university) in the Netherlands and a post-graduate degree in marketing. He is married with two sons.

Jan Krems

As SVP of Airport Operations, Hanna oversees the carrier's worldwide airport operations, including United Ground Express, a wholly owned subsidiary of United.

Mike Hanna

Tom Doxey is senior vice president of technical operations for [United Airlines](/org/united-airlines). In this role, Tom oversees all of United’s global technical operations functions, including line and base maintenance functions; aircraft reliability and regulatory compliance; administrative, engineering, planning and production support of airframes, engines and components; technical supply chain and stores; facilities maintenance; and ground service equipment maintenance.

Tom previously served as vice president and chief financial officer of operations at [United Airlines](/org/united-airlines). He and his teams provided financial and analytical support to United’s operations groups, overseeing the budgeting, forecasting and capital expenditure processes with a focus on achieving important operational and financial goals. Tom also oversaw United’s fleet planning and transactions functions.

Prior to joining United, Tom served as vice president of fleet and corporate finance at [Allegiant](/org/allegiant). He was responsible for all aircraft and corporate finance transactions, materials planning, fleet planning, technical purchasing, repair and inventory management (including the stores function) and the financial management of airframe and engine heavy maintenance programs. Tom also held various roles in financial planning and analysis at [Allegiant](/org/allegiant).

Before joining [Allegiant](/org/allegiant), Tom held a variety of positions at Merrill Lynch and oversaw multiple fleet and finance-related groups at US Airways.

Tom holds a bachelor’s degree from Brigham Young University, where he was a collegiate baseball player, and a Master of Business Administration from [Arizona State University](/org/arizona-state-university).

Tom Doxey

John Slater is senior vice president of inflight services for United. He is responsible for all aspects of inflight operations, including more than 24,000 flight attendants. He also oversees administration, flight attendant scheduling, policy and procedures, service, staffing, training, and recruiting. Slater brings with him decades of experience and a deep commitment to providing excellent customer service on board United's flights.

Most recently, John was the vice president of inflight operations where he was responsible for training, recruiting, service standards, and operational planning for the inflight division. He was also the vice president of United’s Chicago hub, where he oversaw operations and customer service at Chicago O’Hare. Prior to this role, John was the vice president of sales of the Americas where he oversaw United’s commercial sales division for the U.S., Canada and Latin America.

Slater served as Continental’s staff vice president of Latin America. He managed the commercial strategy and management of the Latin America franchise.

Slater was on the executive boards of the Airline Report Corporation, the Global Business Travel Association and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

He has two children and three grandchildren.

John Slater

Andrew Nocella is United’s executive vice president and chief commercial officer. He brings expansive knowledge to this position, joining the industry over 20 years ago. In this role, Andrew oversees United’s pricing and revenue management, network and commercial strategy, marketing functions and MileagePlus.

Before joining United, Andrew held various leadership positions at [American Airlines](/org/american-airlines) and US Airways. He most recently served as senior vice president of network planning, alliance and sales at [American Airlines](/org/american-airlines), where he oversaw the airline’s route schedule, global sales and partnerships with other airlines. Before that role, he was senior vice president of marketing and planning at US Airways. He also spent time in route planning for Continental Airlines.

Andrew earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Decision Sciences from [George Mason University](/org/george-mason-university).

Andrew Nocella

Mr. Johnsen has served as the representative of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (“IAM”) to the UAL Board since July 2021. Mr. Johnsen has served as the IAM Chief of Staff to the International President since February 2021. Mr. Johnsen began his IAM career in Local 1781 as a Mechanic Assistant for [United Airlines](/org/united-airlines) in 1988 and was promoted to Mechanic in 1990.

Mr. Johnsen served in many positions at the local and district level and was appointed as Assistant General Chairperson for District 141M in 2000, then as a Grand Lodge Special Representative in 2001. Mr.  Johnsen served as a Transportation Department Grand Lodge Representative and has been an IAM member for more than 31 years. Mr. Johnsen also served as the IAM Representatives Association (IAMRA) President from 2017-2021.

Richard Johnsen

Sanjay Nair

John R. Gebo is senior vice president of alliances for [United Airlines](/org/united-airlines). He is responsible for the company’s global alliance strategy and the relationships with United’s many airline partners. 

Prior to his current position, John was United’s senior vice president of financial planning and analysis. In that role, he was responsible for United’s business planning and analysis functions, including annual and long-term operating and capital budgeting, financial planning, forecasting, financial analysis, and investor relations, as well as the enterprise optimization and continuous improvement groups. 

John joined United in 2000, and has held positions of increasing responsibility including managing director of revenue divisions finance, managing director of corporate financial planning, and head of United’s investor relations function. 

Prior to joining United, John worked at General Motors Corporation in manufacturing engineering. He received his bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Texas and his master’s degree in business administration from the University of Michigan. John is also vice chairman of the board of directors of the [Alliant Credit Union](/org/alliant-credit-union), an $8 billion financial institution serving over 270,000 members.

John Gebo

Michael Petermann

Leskinen joined United in January 2018 and in that time has played a vital role in improving the company's relationship with shareholders. Prior to joining United, Leskinen was an executive director at J.P. Morgan Asset Management, where he led the firm's investment efforts in aerospace, defense, and airlines. 

Michael Leskinen

Phillip Griffith

Ms. Corvi served as Vice President and General Manager – Airplane Programs, of Boeing Commercial Airplanes of The Boeing Company. In her 34 years at Boeing, Ms. Corvi served in various management positions, including Vice President and General Manager of 737/757 Programs and Vice President of Aircraft Systems and Interiors, among other roles. She currently serves on the board of directors of Allegheny Technologies Incorporated and of Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc.

Carolyn Corvi

Mr. Shapiro served as Managing Partner of PAR Capital Management, Inc., a Boston-based investment management firm specializing in investments in travel, media and Internet-related companies, from 1999 to 2016. Prior to joining PAR Capital, Mr. Shapiro was a Vice President at Wellington Management Company, and before that an Analyst at Morgan Stanley & Co. Mr. Shapiro previously served on the board of directors of Global Eagle Entertainment, US Airways, [Web.com](/org/web-com), Lumexis Corporation and Sonifi Solutions (formerly LodgeNet Interactive Corporation). Mr. Shapiro earned his Bachelor of Science degree in economics from the [University of Pennsylvania](/org/university-of-pennsylvania)’s Wharton School and an MBA from UCLA’s Anderson School of Management.

Edward L. Shapiro

Mr. Whitehurst has served as President and Chief Executive Officer of [Red Hat](/org/redhat), Inc., a leading provider of open source enterprise IT products and services, since 2008. Prior to [Red Hat](/org/redhat), Mr. Whitehurst served in several roles at Delta Air Lines, Inc. including as Chief Operating Officer  from 2005 to 2007, where he managed airline operations and drove significant international expansion, as Chief Network and Planning officer from 2004 to 2005 and as Senior Vice President, Finance Treasury and Business Development from 2002 to 2004. Before Delta, Mr. Whitehurst held several corporate development leadership roles at The Boston Consulting Group, with clients across a wide range of industries. Mr. Whitehurst serves on the board of directors of [Red Hat](/org/redhat) and previously served as a director of SecureWorks Corp. and of DigitalGlobe, Inc. In June 2015, Whitehurst published a book with Harvard Business Review Press entitled "The Open Organization: Igniting Passion and Performance" showing how open principles of management, based on transparency, participation, and community, can help organizations navigate and succeed in a fast-paced connected era. He is a graduate of [Rice University](/org/rice-university) with a BA in Computer Science and has an MBA from [Harvard Business School](/org/harvard-business-school).

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