Biography

Kerry Philipovitch has been a member of our Board of Directors since December 2020. Ms. Philipovitch also serves on the boards of Avianca Airlines and hospitality wine management company Intervine.. She served in aviation management roles for 23 years, most recently from 2010 to 2019 as Senior Vice President-Customer Experience for US Airways and, following the merger between US Airways and American Airlines, at American Airlines. She oversaw airline operations impacting critical measures of customer value, including worldwide airport customer service, and ramp and baggage operations; onboard flight service and catering; global call centers; cargo; customer planning; and service recovery. In addition to her operating responsibilities, Ms. Philipovitch worked with the NAACP and other important community partners to develop an inclusion and diversity strategy for the airline, and frequently served as a subject matter expert in educating government officials on important industry issues. Ms. Philipovitch was selected as an honoree for the Dallas Business Journal’s 2019 Women in Business Awards, an award that recognizes business leaders for impressive professional achievements and proven track record. Profiles in Diversity Journal named her as a Woman Worth Watching, and the Phoenix Business Journal selected her as one of the most influential business leaders in the Phoenix area. She has offered expert testimony in two congressional hearings. Passionate about inspiring female leaders, she frequently speaks to groups, offering advice on how to deliver results and advance their careers. Ms. Philipovitch graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in economics from Tulane University and received her Master of Business Administration from the University of Michigan. Ms. Philipovitch is a valuable member of the Board of Directors because of her leadership and experience in the airline industry.