2024 Aptaero User Conference

Learn more aboutAaron Hynes Aaron Hynes

Aaron Hynes

CIO

Avelo Airlines

Aaron brings a wealth of unique experiences using technology to drive impactful outcomes. Aaron is an outcomefocused and execution-oriented leader. Aaron helps design and deliver exciting solutions for clients around the world. With an early exposure and work experience in eCommerce and digital business, Aaron developed the ability to successfully build and deliver multi-channel, multi language airline platforms. Aaron has additional strengths in business management, systems evaluation and project management. Prior to consulting, Aaron developed continental.com from the ground up and led it along a highly successful maturity curve as it became a mission critical revenue and service channel as well as the leading edge of the airline’s ancillary merchandising transformation. When Continental and United merged, Aaron had the lead role in coordinating IT system selection for the merged company and was then responsible for the delivery for the passenger service system migration which was completed successfully in 2012 as the largest cutover in aviation history. As the new United continued to evolve, Aaron’s responsibilities for eCommerce, Merchandising, and Loyalty expanded to include Sales, Distribution, Revenue Management, and Network Scheduling. In 2015, Aaron shifted focus to the strategic transformation of core enterprise systems and data and built an industry leading data infrastructure connecting hundreds of real time systems and end point services. Aaron joined Continental Airlines in 1998 after graduating from Texas A&M with a degree in Information Systems.

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CIO

Avelo Airlines

Learn more aboutAdriana Palombit Adriana Palombit

Adriana Palombit

Marketing Strategist

Philadelphia International Airport

Adriana serves as Marketing Strategist at Philadelphia International Airport. In her role she is responsible for defining and delivering new products, services and initiatives supporting non-aeronautical revenue generation. Adriana leads The PHL Wingmate Pass program at PHL, responsible for the programs successful launch, continuous improvements, and marketing support.

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Marketing Strategist

Philadelphia International Airport

Learn more aboutBrandon Sorrell Brandon Sorrell

Brandon Sorrell

Executive Director

Forge Group LLC

Digital transformation subject matter expert with over 20 years of experience delivering complex solutions to DoD/DHS organizations and the commercial aviation industry specializing in strategic consulting, technology and application development, process improvement, sales, and business development. Significant expertise in data analytics, Internet of Things (IoT), biometrics, computer vision, aviation operations and security, industry engagement, efficiency analysis, passenger processing, and security technology and procedures. Technically savvy and adept at identifying needs and delivering solutions that exceed client expectations. Well rounded experience in multiple business areas such as managing and leading practices and multi-disciplinary teams, consulting, building partner teaming relationships, and increasing sales for businesses of all sizes from Fortune 500 to start ups.

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Executive Director

Forge Group LLC

Learn more aboutJohn Kiss John Kiss

John Kiss

Managing Director

Aptaero

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Managing Director

Aptaero

Learn more aboutKacie Griffith Kacie Griffith

Kacie Griffith

Membership, Marketing, and Communications

Aviation Information Sharing and Analysis Center (A-ISAC)

Kacie Griffith is the driving force behind marketing, communications, sponsorships, and partnerships at the Aviation Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Aviation ISAC). With a mission to enhance the security and resilience of the global aviation sector through information sharing and collaborative analysis, the Aviation ISAC relies on Kacie’s expertise to forge impactful corporate partnerships, expand the membership base, and further global information sharing. Before joining the Aviation ISAC, Kacie made significant contributions to the nonprofit sector. In her role at Depart Smart, she played a key role in advocating for student travel safety. Her efforts were pivotal in the successful passage of two Minnesota state laws requiring postsecondary institutions to report on the health and safety of their study abroad programs. Beyond her 14 years of professional marketing and development experience, Kacie is passionate about exploring the world, playing ice hockey, and enjoying outdoor activities. During the summer months, Kacie can often be found on the lake, wake surfing and soaking up the beauty of her Colorado backyard.

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Membership, Marketing, and Communications

Aviation Information Sharing and Analysis Center (A-ISAC)

Learn more aboutKevin Hughes Kevin Hughes

Kevin Hughes

Manager, Sales & Partnerships

Ascentient

I graduated from Concordia University, where I played soccer. I have over a decade of experience in IT, currently working at Ascentient after a tenure at MIS. Before transitioning to IT, I spent four years with Condor German Airlines as an operational agent and load planner. I am happily married and excitedly expecting our first child.

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Manager, Sales & Partnerships

Ascentient

Learn more aboutMatt Ater Matt Ater

Matt Ater

Vice President

Vispero

Matt is the Vice President of Vispero, working to support customers across all brands within the Vispero family of products and services. He brings over 30 years’ experience in assistive technology and accessibility. Matt has been a speaker at CES, AWS Re:Invent, CSUN, National Restaurant Association Show, and many government wide conferences on accessibility. Matt was inducted to the Kiosk Hall of Fame in 2023 for his work in driving accessibility in self-service. Matt is the Chairman of the CTA Foundation, affiliated with the Consumer Technology Association (CTA). The foundation's grants strategically support programs that improve the lives of seniors and people with disabilities. Matt sits on the CTA Board of Industry Leaders (BIL) and on the advisory boards of California State University Northridge (CSUN) Center on Disabilities and Working Nation.

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Vice President

Vispero

Learn more aboutPaul Myers Paul Myers

Paul Myers

Chief Operating Officer

Tulsa Airports

Paul Myers joined the Tulsa Airports Improvement Trust (TAIT) in April 2022 and currently serves as the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. In this role, he oversees daily operations at TAIT, including airport operations, customer experience, human resources, police and dispatch, and information technology for both Tulsa International Airport and Tulsa Riverside Airport. Before joining TAIT, Paul was part of the executive leadership team at an international Part 121 air carrier operating Boeing 767 and 777 aircraft, where he led the safety and security team, managing strategy, regulatory compliance, and technology advancement. Paul holds a Bachelor of Science in Aviation, a Master’s Degree in Aviation, and a graduate certificate in Aviation Security from Oklahoma State University. In addition to his role at TAIT, he is also an Adjunct Professor of Aviation at Oklahoma State University.

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Chief Operating Officer

Tulsa Airports