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Chris Rocheleau was named Deputy Administrator in July 2025. He was previously named Acting FAA Administrator in January 2025. Rocheleau previously served the FAA with distinction for over 20 years in multiple roles including Deputy Associate Administrator for Aviation Safety; Chief of Staff; Deputy Associate Administrator for Policy, International Affairs and Environment; Executive Director for International Affairs, and Director of National Security Programs, Emergency Operations and Investigations. Before becoming Acting FAA Administrator, Rocheleau was Chief Operating Officer for the National Business Aviation Association, overseeing aircraft and flight department operations, as well as administrative, financial, and human resources functions. Prior to NBAA and his tenure at the FAA, Rocheleau was one of the first leaders of the Transportation Security Administration. He also served as an officer and special agent with the U.S. Air Force, retiring from the USAF Reserve in 2010 as a lieutenant colonel. Rocheleau holds a bachelor’s degree from Central Connecticut State University and a master’s degree from the City University of Seattle. 

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Mr. Franklin McIntosh is the Chief Operating Officer of Air Traffic. In this role, he provides executive leadership and direction to the seven service units within the Air Traffic Organization (ATO). Previously, Mr. McIntosh served as the Deputy Chief Operating Officer where he oversaw the direction of the four operational service units within the Air Traffic Organization (ATO): Air Traffic, Flight Operations, System Operations, and Technical Operations. Prior to becoming the DCOO he served as Vice President, Safety and Technical Training. In this role, he set the vision and executive direction for a multi-layered organization of approximately 567 team members, responsible for safety, quality assurance, policy and performance, and mission support for technical training for the Air Traffic Organization (ATO). Mr. McIntosh also served as the Director, Air Traffic Operations, Central Service Area (CSA). He served as the key agency representative on the management of air traffic control operations and services for the CSA. He oversaw a highly technical workforce in excess of 6,000 employees in a complex, multi-disciplined organization responsible for the safe, efficient, and structured movement of aircraft while exercising direct line authority for 128 FAA Facilities and over 90 Federal Contract Towers. Mr. Mcintosh has a 25-year career with FAA. He began his Federal civilian career as an Air Traffic Control Specialist in 2000. In 2013, he entered the manager ranks and served in multiple roles to include Operations Manager, Manager of CDM and International Operations, Air Traffic Manager and General Manager.  He was responsible for interagency coordination to ensure successful integration and modernization of the National Airspace System. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration from the University of Texas at San Antonio. He is also a graduate of the Federal Executive Institute.

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In October 2024, Nick Daniels was elected as the 8th President of the National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA). Prior to being elected President, he served on NATCA’s National Executive Board as Regional Vice President for the Southwest Region since 2021.    Daniels has worked as an air traffic controller for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for 21 years, including the last 19 years at Fort Worth Air Route Traffic Control Center (ZFW) where he served three terms as NATCA Local President and Facility Representative, and two years at Dallas-Addison Air Traffic Control Tower (ADS).   Prior to joining the FAA, Daniels served his country from 1998-2003 in the United States Marine Corps achieving the rank of E-5 Sergeant as a 7252 Tower Air Traffic Controller and a 7253 Radar Air Traffic Controller. Daniels was honorably discharged and is a disabled veteran.

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Mr Wright is Executive Director, and Senior United States Air Force Civilian Air Traffic Controller, Headquarters Air Force Flight Standards Agency (AFFSA), Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.   In this capacity, he shares Command responsibility with the full scope of directing the activities of a five-directorate, 201-member organization to include Detachments in Japan, Germany, DC, and Belgium.   Mr Wright also leads the Air Force Flight Standards Agency Global Flight Standards Directorate.  As the Senior Civilian Air Traffic Controller in the US Air Force, he regularly represents the United States, the Department of War, and the US Air Force in global fora engaged in designing the future global Air Traffic Management System.

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Lieutenant Colonel Phillip Roberts enlisted in the Marine Corps in 1995 and commissioned through the Enlisted Commissioning Program in 2003.  He currently serves as the Airspace and Air Traffic Control Officer for the Deputy Commandant for Aviation, Headquarters Marine Corps. He has held key operational roles as an Air Traffic Control Crew Officer, Marine ATC Mobile Team Leader, ATC Facility Officer, Operations Officer, Executive Officer, and Officer in Charge. His deployments include multiple rotations to Incirlik Airbase, Turkey, combat service in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, MEU deployments aboard USS Boxer and USS Iwo Jima, and participation in Operation Deep Freeze evaluating Antarctic ATC operations.   His staff assignments include Section Head for Officer Plans at Manpower and Reserve Affairs and his current role within the Department of Aviation. He holds master’s degrees in Aviation Business Administration and Military Operational Art and Science and is a graduate of MAWTS‑1’s MMT Leaders Course and C3 course.

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Lieutenant Colonel Adam Hooper is a graduate of the University of Alabama and was commissioned in 2006.  He currently serves as the Marine Corps Military Representative to Federal Aviation Administration Headquarters. His operational experience includes roles as a Marine ATC Mobile Team Leader, ATC Detachment Commander, Operations Officer, and Executive Officer.  He deployed to the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility with the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit and later served at the U.S. Central Command Combined Air & Space Operations Center. His staff assignments include Program Analyst at Headquarters Marine Corps Programs and Resources Department, Regional ATC Training and Readiness Officer at Marine Corps Installations – East, and his current role at Headquarters Marine Corps Department of Aviation. Lieutenant Colonel Hooper is a graduate of the U.S. Marine Corps Expeditionary Warfare School, U.S. Army Command and General Staff College, and Naval Postgraduate School, where he earned a Master of Science in Management.

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Mr. David S. Burkholder serves as the Acting Executive Director for the Office of International Affairs in the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). In this role, he is the principal advisor to FAA leadership on matters of international policy, global affairs, foreign training and technical assistance, and strategic international engagement and related prioritization of resources in support of FAA global priorities and initiatives. He coordinates FAA efforts to advance U.S. aviation policies, positions, technologies, and procedures internationally with international organizations, domestic and international industry stakeholders, U.S. Government Agencies, Civil Aviation Authorities (CAA) and Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs). Mr. Burkholder is also accountable to encourage the advancement of aviation safety oversight and standardization of global policies, practices and procedures across all regions. Previously, he served as the Deputy Executive Director in the Office of International Affairs. Mr. Burkholder is the Chair of the FAA International Governance Board (IGB) and more technical International Steering Committee (ISC), which collectively comprise the internal governance structure for developing the Agency's international mission, goals, and supporting strategies for FAA’s global leadership and engagement efforts. He oversees the development and execution of FAA’s International Strategy to transform the Agency’s approach to international engagement, leadership, and influence to improve safety and efficiency of the global aviation system. Mr. Burkholder previously held several senior leadership positions in the FAA's Air Traffic Organization (ATO), including the Director for Resource Enterprise and the Deputy Vice President for the Management Services group. In the ATO, he was a key leader in the establishment of the organizational structure and functional alignment, and had oversight of the ATO's expansive budget, support services contracts, and space logistics management. Mr. Burkholder was also directly responsible for leading service teams supporting the ATO with administrative and business services, budget and contract resource prioritization, allocation and execution, and technical hiring planning and execution. Mr. Burkholder spent the first 10 years of his FAA career leading the Air Traffic Organization's international initiatives in several positions, including the Director for the ATO International Office, Manager for the Asia Pacific Region, and Manager for the North, Central and South American Region. In these roles, Mr. Burkholder was able to develop and execute the ATO International Strategic Plan and guide international air traffic engagements to support Agency priorities and advance air traffic management improvements globally. Mr. Burkholder graduated from James Madison University in 1992 with a Bachelors of Business Administration (B.B.A.) degree with double majors in International Business and Spanish.

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Sandra Frey is Chief, Air Traffic Systems Branch, Aerospace Management Systems Division, Electronic Systems Directorate at Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts. The branch is responsible for acquisition and sustainment activities supporting fixed and expeditionary Air Traffic Control and Landing Systems at 100 sites throughout the world.  Ms. Frey ensures the development, modification and sustainment programs maintain cost, schedule, and performance for over 1100 systems valued over $1 billion.  In addition, she oversees the daily operations of the 120-person branch comprised of military, civilians, and contractor personnel of various fields from engineering, contracting, test, finance, and logistics. Ms. Frey was commissioned through the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps at the University of Tampa in 1987.  Her first assignment was to Hanscom AFB as a project officer for the Ground Wave Emergency Network program.  She joined the Reserves and continued to provide acquisition support at Hanscom AFB as a contractor for the Mission Planning and subsequently the Theater Battle Management Control System Program Offices.  As an activated reservist, she served as a Captain and Major for the Mission Planning Program Office until 2004.  She then supported the Air Force Modeling and Simulation Software Toolkit and then the Joint Approach and Landing Systems (JPALS) Program Offices as an acquisition support contractor until 2009 when she became a Government Civilian.  At this point she became the Deputy Program Manager for the JPALS program office.  In July 2012, she moved on to become a Battle Management Program Executive Group Portfolio Manager.  In 2013, she was selected to become the Program Manager for the Deployable Radar Approach Control.  Prior to her current position, she was the Chief Developmental Tester, Aerospace Management Systems Division, Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts.

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Prior to forming Elwell & Associates, Dan Elwell was Deputy Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration from June 2017 to November 2020. Before being appointed deputy administrator, Mr. Elwell was a senior advisor to Department of Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao. During his tenure as deputy administrator, Elwell served as Acting FAA Administrator from January 2018 until August 2019. Elwell previously served at the FAA as the Assistant Administrator for Policy, Planning, and Environment from 2006–2008. Earlier in his career, he served as a legislative fellow for the late Senator Ted Stevens (R-Alaska). From 2013–2015, as Senior Vice President for Safety, Security, and Operations at Airlines for America (A4A), Elwell was responsible for leading the advancement of commercial aviation safety and security excellence for major U.S. air carriers. From 2008-2013, Mr. Elwell was Vice President of the Aerospace Industries Association. In this role, he represented civil aerospace manufacturers and led policy development and advocacy for the civil aerospace manufacturing industry – more than 300 companies making engines, airframes, space vehicles, satellites, and unmanned aircraft systems. Elwell was a commercial pilot for 16 years with American Airlines, flying DC-10, MD-80, and B-757/767 aircraft. While maintaining his proficiency as an MD-80 Captain, he served as Managing Director for International and Government Affairs at American Airlines. Dan earned his pilot wings at Williams Air Force Base in Arizona after graduating from the U.S. Air Force Academy with a Bachelor of Science degree in International Affairs. Lieutenant Colonel Elwell retired from military service as a Command Pilot with more than 6,000 hours combined civilian and military flight time in the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Air Force Reserve, including combat service during Operation Desert Storm. He currently serves on several private and public boards, including Alaska Airlines Group.

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Brian is a Senior Vice President at OS Strategies with nearly 15 years of experience at the intersection of transportation policy, legislative strategy, and government affairs. He previously spent seven years on the House Aviation Subcommittee, including four years as Staff Director, where he served as the principal aviation advisor to House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Ranking Member Rick Larsen. During his tenure, Brian played a central role in shaping U.S. aviation policy, leading House Democratic negotiations on the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024—widely regarded as one of the most comprehensive, bipartisan FAA reauthorization bills in recent history. He also drafted and negotiated major aviation provisions in landmark legislation, including the Inflation Reduction Act, CARES Act, American Rescue Plan, Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, and the Aircraft Certification, Safety and Accountability Act. Earlier in his career, Brian served as Director of Federal Affairs for a Fortune 500 engineering firm and worked in the personal offices of two Members of Congress on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.

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With over 18 years of IT experience and three professional certifications, Jason Arpino is a Director at Booz Allen Hamilton, an advanced technology company delivers innovative technology and solutions to federal clients. Jason serves as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) market lead, where he manages a $50 million portfolio of key transformational programs along with leading growth and business development activities across the portfolio. He specializes in cloud, web, and data solutions, and has successfully delivered multiple large-scale proposals and technical solutions to support the transformation and modernization of DOT and FAA systems and services. He partners with clients to create long-term IT roadmaps that align with their mission goals, and builds strong and lasting relationships with stakeholders. He is passionate about leading teams, developing market strategies, managing financials, and delivering cross-functional projects. His mission is to drive innovative technology and solutions to the core of client missions, and to make a positive impact on the transportation sector and the public.

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John Murdock serves as the Safety Chair for the National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA), representing more than 20,000 aviation safety professionals. With over 18 years of operational experience, John has worked at both the Philadelphia International Airport Traffic Control Tower and the Atlanta Air Route Traffic Control Center, bringing a comprehensive perspective to air traffic operations and safety policy. In his current role, John leads NATCA’s safety initiatives by collaborating with government and industry partners to strengthen the National Airspace System. He plays a key role in advancing domestic and international safety programs, shaping safety culture, and supporting the development of innovative safety processes across aviation. Driven by a deep passion for aviation, John is committed to ensuring the highest safety standards throughout the industry.

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Mr. Molander is a seasoned engineering executive, bringing over 25 years of extensive, hands-on experience across multiple high-tech domains such as utilities, telecommunications, avionics, pharmaceuticals and aerospace. His technical expertise spans Advanced Data Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Privacy and Security, and Test Automation. Currently, he serves as the Chief Technology Officer at Skymantics, where he supports various Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) projects. Throughout his career, Mr. Molander has held diverse executive roles, including serving as a Technology Evangelist in the Utilities industry, Head of Discipline and Chairman of the EPMO at Thales, and other high-level positions. His distinctive hands-on technical leadership approach has enabled him to successfully navigate and impact numerous industries, fostering engineering alignment and cultivating results-based cultures within large-scale projects.

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William E. (Bill) Colligan has over 20 years of experience in executive level leadership positions of international Air Traffic Control/Air Traffic Management solutions companies. He has developed, contributed to, and led corporate strategies to drive growth, capture markets, galvanize leadership teams, transform organizations through acquisition and integration, and increase shareholder value while achieving the correct balance between current financial performance and strategic growth. Bill specializes in growth strategy formation and execution; organization assessment, alignment, and development; acquisition and integration; marketing, business development, and sales strategy development and execution; problem assessment, concept development, and solution design and implementation. Bill holds a BS in engineering from Clarkson University and MS in systems engineering from Virginia Tech.

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Bobby Fraser is the Head of Regulatory Affairs and Policy, DOT/FAA at United Airlines. He provides strategic counsel and support to United Airlines’ safety, operational, network planning, airport infrastructure, workforce, and innovation policy priorities and engages closely with the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, and National Transportation Safety Board. At United, Bobby is a member of the global board of directors for United 4 Veterans, a business resource group dedicated to supporting Veteran employees and recruitment. Bobby is also a member of the Program Advisory Committee at United Aviate Academy, a United-owned pilot training school in Goodyear, AZ.  Bobby previously served as a senior official at U.S. DOT and FAA and as a Transportation Policy Advisor in the United States Senate. 

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Peter Clay, CISSP is a globally recognized cybersecurity executive and Chief Information Security Officer at Aireon, the world's first space-based ADS-B aviation surveillance network. A pioneer at the intersection of artificial intelligence and enterprise security, Peter has become one of the industry's most sought-after voices on building responsible, high-performance AI programs within critical infrastructure environments. At Aireon, Peter architects enterprise AI strategy from the ground up — designing governance frameworks, deploying autonomous agents, and embedding security and risk controls directly into the AI lifecycle. His approach ensures AI delivers measurable business acceleration without compromising safety, trust, or regulatory compliance. With more than 20 years securing federal, commercial, and global enterprises, Peter brings a combination of strategic vision and operational depth to AI adoption at scale. A CISSP, Board Advisor to the U.S. Cyber Team, and founder or board member of 13 cybersecurity startups, Peter shapes how organizations think about AI's promise — and its risks.

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Mike Paluzsay is the CISO for GDIT’s Federal Civilian Division. Mike works directly with GDIT customers and leaders to bring GDIT’s cyber expertise to critical missions. With over 20 years of demonstrated cybersecurity leadership, Mike has spent the majority of his career working directly with customer programs to improve capabilities and reduce risk. He has extensive experience in cyber program management, GRC, ISSE, and IR. He has led teams of up to 250 engineers and analysts in delivering critical missions across civilian customers.  Most recently, Mike has been working with GDIT programs on the secure implementation of AI to accelerate delivery while safeguarding mission capability. Mike holds a masters degree in Applied Information Technology, Cybersecurity concentration, from George Mason University.  He holds multiple industry credentials including the CISSP, ISSEP, ISSAP, ITIL Foundations, and AWS Certified AI Practitioner.

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Will Hutson is an avid aviation enthusiast with 20 years of air traffic control and traffic management experience. He was certified at multiple FAA facilities, including the Houston Air Route Traffic Control Center, George Bush Intercontinental Tower, and Denver Tower. Will began flying at age 15 and earned his private pilot certificate and instrument rating shortly thereafter. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Air Traffic Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and currently serves as the Urban Air Mobility (UAM) Representative for the National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA). 

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Lisa Bee brings over 30 years in air traffic management to her role as Viasat’s Director of Air Traffic Services. Her background includes twenty years at the US FAA, focusing on various aspects of air traffic safety management, including as an operational controller. Since joining, she has led the development of satellite-based communication and navigation services, collaborating closely with service providers, operators, regulatory authorities, and industry groups. Ms. Bee is a member of the ICAO Operational Data Link Working Group and an advisor on the ICAO RPASP C2 Work Group and the ICAO SASP. She Co-Chairs the CANSO CNS Work Group, and chairs the ISPACG FANS Interoperability Team.

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David Oord is the Director of Policy, Regulatory Affairs, and Standards at Wisk.  In his position, he leads the development and execution of strategies to shape legislation, regulation, standards, and other policies – focused on autonomy and its safe integration into the National Airspace System (NAS).  An active pilot, David holds a commercial pilot certificate – with single- and multi-engine airplane land and instrument ratings. Oord obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration in Aviation Management from the University of North Dakota and a Master of Business Administration from Boise State University. Prior to Wisk, David headed regulatory affairs for Lilium, a German eVTOL manufacturer; led regulatory affairs for the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) in Washington, D.C.; managed government affairs at the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) in Oshkosh, Wisconsin; and worked in airport management, operations, security, and firefighting at Westchester County airport (HPN), in Westchester, New York. 

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Richard Bryan is a defense growth professional with over a decade of experience supporting U.S. Government missions in Iraq, Afghanistan, Lebanon, and across CONUS environments. He brings over eight years of experience supporting Counter-UAS (CUAS) initiatives, spanning operational environments, threat analysis, and growth strategy within the federal market. In addition to his defense background, Richard has worked on Wall Street, applying financial discipline and strategic insight to business development and capture planning efforts. He specializes in aligning operational requirements with scalable technical solutions to enhance mission readiness. Richard holds a BS in Finance from Penn State and is completing his MBA at NYU Stern, where he focuses on strategy, finance, and technology integration.

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Justin has garnered widespread recognition as an Aerospace Executive with an ability to drive consensus on complex policy issues in the areas of advanced aviation technology, aerospace market strategy, airport infrastructure, and intermodal connectivity. He is known as a thought leader throughout industry and has presented at dozens of domestic and international conferences and has organized more than 30 successful large-scale events and summits. Through his time in government and in the private sector as an aerospace industry executive, an association government affairs leader, and as a successful entrepreneur, Justin has built a diverse background which allows him to anticipate stakeholder perspectives and identify novel pathways to success. Prior to joining JTR Strategies, Justin served as President of Crown Consulting, Inc. In the years prior, Justin was an Advanced Aviation Practice leader at Akin Gump, a top public law and policy firm and previously co-founded Ascension Global, a management consulting firm focused on Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) technology, which was absorbed by Hyundai Motors’ AAM division (now Supernal). Before founding Ascension, he was the Vice President of Regulatory and Legislative Affairs for the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE), where he represented the interest of every major domestic airport, and many general aviation members. Justin also worked in air service development for the Maryland Aviation Administration, as a Special Assistant to the Governor of Maryland, and as legislative staff for two Members of Congress. He is also the current Chair of the Maryland Transportation Commission. 

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Jonathan Daniels is an aviation executive, regulatory strategist, and robotics specialist with more than thirty years in aviation, twenty years in unmanned aircraft systems, and a decade in robotics and autonomy. He serves in senior leadership overseeing Safety, Compliance, and Quality within complex Part 135 UAS operations, integrating FAA regulatory compliance, configuration control, export controls, and enterprise risk management into daily flight operations. His work spans operational control, airworthiness coordination, safety management systems, and federal regulatory engagement. Outside industry and research, he is an avid scuba diving instructor, bringing the same discipline and curiosity to exploration underwater as to aviation and space.

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Lieutenant Colonel Adam Hooper is a graduate of the University of Alabama and was commissioned in 2006.  He currently serves as the Marine Corps Military Representative to Federal Aviation Administration Headquarters. His operational experience includes roles as a Marine ATC Mobile Team Leader, ATC Detachment Commander, Operations Officer, and Executive Officer.  He deployed to the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility with the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit and later served at the U.S. Central Command Combined Air & Space Operations Center. His staff assignments include Program Analyst at Headquarters Marine Corps Programs and Resources Department, Regional ATC Training and Readiness Officer at Marine Corps Installations – East, and his current role at Headquarters Marine Corps Department of Aviation. Lieutenant Colonel Hooper is a graduate of the U.S. Marine Corps Expeditionary Warfare School, U.S. Army Command and General Staff College, and Naval Postgraduate School, where he earned a Master of Science in Management.

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Mathew Lewallen is an Assistant Professor of Aeronautics at Charleston Southern University. He served as a U.S. Air Force air traffic controller and airspace liaison across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, supporting multinational airspace coordination and aviation safety operations. He holds a B.S. in Aeronautics and an M.S. in Space Studies (Aerospace Science), and he is completing a Ph.D. in Aviation at Liberty University. His research examines sociotechnical systems and high reliability organizing in air traffic operations, with a focus on safety organizing, staffing strain, and performance outcomes. His work supports scalable coordination frameworks and operational risk controls for a safer, more efficient National Airspace System.

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Seasoned air traffic professional with deep operational and training experience across the aviation spectrum.  Began career as an Avionics Technician in the US Nave, holds a BS in Aviation Management from Southern Illinois University Carbondale, and worked for numerous airlines before transitioning to the FAA.  22 years as an air traffic controller at Chicago Center, O’Hare Tower, Las Vegas Tower, and supporting EAA AirVenture for eight years.  Served as ORD NATCA Training Representative, Great Lakes Training Review Board representative, and Local and National Recurrent Training Team Facilitator. Currently Assistant Professor of Air Traffic Management at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott, AZ, instructing in air traffic and ECTI curriculum. Brings practical, training, and leadership insights to the national ATC community.

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Stephanie Crocker is the Mission Support BNATCS Implementation Lead at the Federal Aviation Administration, where she supports deployment of the Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS), part of the FAA’s $12.5 billion investment to modernize the National Airspace System. In her leadership role, she aligns mission support, workforce readiness, and operational priorities to ensure successful implementation of this critical modernization effort. Since joining the FAA in 2006 as an Airway Transportation Systems Specialist, Stephanie has served in progressive leadership roles across Technical Operations, training, and enterprise programs. She previously led national technical training strategy, overseeing more than 100 workforce development initiatives supporting NAS operations. Her career reflects deep operational expertise and strategic leadership advancing modernization, workforce readiness, and the future of the Air Traffic Organization.

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Sharon L. Pinkerton Senior Vice President, Legislative and Regulatory Policy, Airlines for America Sharon Pinkerton is Senior Vice President of Legislative and Regulatory Policy at Airlines for America, a role she has held since February 2011. She leads the industry’s legislative and regulatory strategy, working closely with Congress and the Administration, and has testified extensively on issues including FAA reauthorization, air traffic control modernization, aviation safety, consumer rights, and infrastructure. Pinkerton is known for building broad industry and labor coalitions, including the Modern Skies Coalition, which helped secure $12.5 billion for aviation modernization in the 2025 reconciliation package. Her career has included stints on Capitol Hill, at the Federal Aviation Administration and Price Waterhouse. 

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Tom Culligan is Vice President of Federal Affairs for Aerospace Safety, Commercial Aviation, & Corporate Policy at The Boeing Company. He oversees federal legislative and executive branch advocacy efforts for Boeing Commercial Airplanes and leads engagements with the Department of Transportation and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Prior to Boeing, Culligan led government relations for RTX’s Civil and Commercial programs for Collins Aerospace and Pratt & Whitney, with a focus on the company’s FAA, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), and Department of Energy programs. He played a key role in securing critical provisions in the FAA Reauthorization Act, including new programs for next-generation radio altimeters, an Autonomous Flight Demonstrator, and air traffic management technologies. He also helped secure funding for next generation aviation systems, innovative new engine technologies, advanced structures for next-gen aircraft as well as human spaceflight and satellite programs. Culligan also helped navigate the Geared Turbo Fan powder metal issue, working closely with Capitol Hill and federal agencies to address concerns.

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As Senior Vice President of Government Affairs for NBAA, Kristie Greco Johnson leads the association’s mission to promote business aviation as a vital economic engine. She oversees strategic advocacy focused on safety, security, and the future of sustainable flight. A veteran of the D.C. political landscape, Kristie brings more than 25 years of expertise to the position having served in leadership roles within the FAA, the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and the Office of the Majority Whip, as well as key positions in congressional and presidential campaigns.

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Brian is a Senior Vice President at OS Strategies with nearly 15 years of experience at the intersection of transportation policy, legislative strategy, and government affairs. He previously spent seven years on the House Aviation Subcommittee, including four years as Staff Director, where he served as the principal aviation advisor to House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Ranking Member Rick Larsen. During his tenure, Brian played a central role in shaping U.S. aviation policy, leading House Democratic negotiations on the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024—widely regarded as one of the most comprehensive, bipartisan FAA reauthorization bills in recent history. He also drafted and negotiated major aviation provisions in landmark legislation, including the Inflation Reduction Act, CARES Act, American Rescue Plan, Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, and the Aircraft Certification, Safety and Accountability Act. Earlier in his career, Brian served as Director of Federal Affairs for a Fortune 500 engineering firm and worked in the personal offices of two Members of Congress on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.

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Holly Woodruff Lyons is the founder and President of HWL Aerospace Policy, LLC, a government relations consulting firm that provides clients with strategic counsel and legislative assistance on aerospace policy.  HWL Aerospace Policy, LLC was founded in January 2022 and represents a number of aerospace and transportation clients helping them navigate complex political and regulatory landscapes and advocacy campaigns. Prior to forming HWL Aerospace Policy, Holly was the Republican Staff Director and Senior Counsel of the U.S. House of Representatives Subcommittee on Aviation.  She retired at the end of 2021 after serving on the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee staff since 2002 where she served in several different capacities, including as Deputy General Counsel from 2014 - 2018.   During her almost 20 years of Hill experience, Holly worked on a number of legislative efforts including every Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) reauthorization bill or law since 2002.  Prior to joining the committee, Holly was an attorney in the FAA’s Office of the Chief Counsel, Airport and Environmental Law Division and worked on a number of environmental review and rulemaking efforts, and before that, worked in private legal practice and higher education.  She graduated from Colgate University and the University of San Diego School of Law.  She is a member of the Bar in Colorado.

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Jason Cunha is a seasoned aviation executive with nearly 30 years of industry experience and over 15 years directly overseeing FAA programs. As VP, Aerospace at Concept Solutions, he leads the company's Federal Aviation Administration and adjacent services accounts, spanning airspace modernization, air traffic operations, and critical infrastructure support. Under his leadership, Concept Solutions' aerospace portfolio has achieved significant growth — including international expansion through the NAVenGIS automation platform, serving customers such as Nav Canada and U.S. allied operations in Europe — earning three ATCA Outstanding Achievement Awards for Small Business, recognition on the Washington Technology Fast 50, and a reputation as a trusted advisor to federal and international aviation stakeholders.

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Chris Brinton is the President and CEO, as well as a Senior Principal Analyst, at Mosaic ATM.  Chris has over 35 years of experience in the research and development of advanced concepts and automation for Air Traffic Management. During his career, Chris has led and performed analysis, concept development, software development, and field trials that have advanced the state of knowledge about the National Airspace System. Chris received a Bachelor of Science and Engineering degree in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from Princeton University and a Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University. Chris is also an instrument-rated and commercially licensed pilot.  

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Ronnette Meyers is the President and CEO of JLAN Solutions, a trusted provider of management, training, and IT services to federal, state, and local government agencies. With a foundation rooted in public service, she began her career as a federal employee before helping build a successful woman-owned government contracting firm, ultimately co-leading its growth to over $34 million in annual revenue. In 2010, Ronnette launched JLAN Solutions, which now supports a wide range of government clients. Under her leadership, JLAN has become known for its integrity, quality, and results-driven performance. Her accomplishments have earned her several honors, including the Biden-Harris Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award, the Washington Business Journal Minority Business Leader Award, the DC Chamber’s Women in Business Champion of the Year, and recognition as a 2023 Comcast RISE Award recipient. A proud alumna of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program, Ronnette continues to pay it forward through board service and community engagement. She serves on the boards of the DC Chamber of Commerce, Dreaming Out Loud, and Bishop McNamara High School, and actively supports organizations such as Project GiveBack, Luke’s Wings, and E.L. Haynes Charter School. Raised on Ramstein Air Force Base in Germany, Ronnette’s early exposure to public service shaped her lifelong mission to serve her country and community through business leadership and philanthropy. 

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Dawn Amore is President and CEO of Volanno, a transportation-focused digital modernization firm supporting aviation, transit, and rail agencies nationwide. Volanno has built the nation's foremost source of aviation metrics that has been cited by more than 300 aviation research studies worldwide. Dawn serves on the ATCA Board of Directors and is an active advocate for innovation, collaboration, and the critical role small businesses play in advancing aviation modernization.

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Jon Standley is the Director of Business Development for Enterprise ATM Solutions at L3Harris Technologies. In this role, Jon has overall responsibility for US and International civil air traffic management new business initiatives supporting the Mission Networks sector of L3Harris. With over 20 years of experience in the aviation and air traffic management industries, Jon has led the prototyping and introduction of new technologies in education, training, and operations in aviation and air traffic control in the United States.   Jon has brought his commitment to fostering state-of-the-art capabilities to the L3Harris portfolio including the integration of Uncrewed Aircraft Systems, Trajectory Based Operations, and futuristic communications and information management including cloud computing and Artificial Intelligence. Before joining L3Harris, Jon served as a Program Manager at the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration focusing on ATM technology development and prototyping for the NextGen program, as well as leading efforts in ATM system modernization. Jon is active in industry community efforts, serving as the L3Harris lead on the Aerospace Industries Association Emerging Technologies Committee. He previously served as the Chair of the Advanced Air Mobility Subcommittee and served on the Government Affairs committee of the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International. Jon is a graduate of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University holding a Bachelor of Science degree in Air Traffic Management from the Collegiate Training Initiative program and a Master of Science degree in Project Management. He is first and foremost a licensed pilot holding ratings in single and multi-engine aircraft as well as lighter than air balloons.  

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Amy Jones is a partner in the EY public sector AI and data practice, and the public sector AI lead.  She is dedicated to helping clients use data and analytics, with a focus on AI/ML, for informed decision-making, operational excellence, and fostering a technology-literate workforce. Amy serves on EY’s Women in Technology executive committee, working passionately to improve representation across industry. Previously, Amy served as a data scientist in support of the U.S. Navy. Beyond work, Amy is head cheerleader for her four sons and plays doubles tennis in the neighborhood.

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After a fulfilling career driving strategic initiatives and delivering impactful results, I have retired but remain passionate about sharing my leadership insights. My professional journey is defined by expertise in strategic planning, innovative problem-solving, and fostering trust-based relationships. I take particular pride in leadership development, having spent years empowering the next generation of leaders to build resilience and excel. Currently, I am open to mentoring, consulting, and speaking engagements where I can help organizations and individuals elevate their impact. I look forward to staying connected with industry leaders and welcoming new opportunities to collaborate, learn, and grow.

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Master Gunnery Sergeant Louie Cruz enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps July 2002 and graduated Air Traffic Control school May 2003. During his first assignment at MCAS Camp Pendleton, he advanced in qualifications and became designated as Tower and Radar supervisor. Over the course of his career, he held several notable billets to include Training & Readiness Chief, Weapons & Tactics Training Program Chief, and Operations Chief at various levels. His expertise has led to involvement with several international exercises in Thailand, Phillippines, and South Korea. Operational deployments include the 31st MEU aboard the USS Bonhomme Richard, Operations Iraqi Freedom, Enduring Freedom, and Damayan supporting humanitarian relief efforts in the Philippines. He holds a Master’s of Science in Aeronautics majoring in Uncrewed systems, is a graduate of the US Air Force Military Airspace Manager Course, Terminal Procedure Design Course, and Marine Aviation Weapons & Tactics Squadron Command, Control & Communication course.

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Dr. Michael Sawyer is a founding partner of Fort Hill Group in Washington, DC. Over the past 20 years, he has led and supported a broad range of human factors initiatives across multiple offices within the Federal Aviation Administration. In 2011, he co-founded Fort Hill Group with Dr. Katie Berry to help organizations understand, measure, and improve human performance in complex, high-risk domains. Dr. Sawyer holds a Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering from Clemson University, where his dissertation focused on developing novel methods to assess the impact of training on weather-related decision making among general aviation pilots. He has authored more than 50 peer-reviewed publications on human factors, air traffic control, and safety research topics.

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William E. (Bill) Colligan has over 20 years of experience in executive level leadership positions of international Air Traffic Control/Air Traffic Management solutions companies. He has developed, contributed to, and led corporate strategies to drive growth, capture markets, galvanize leadership teams, transform organizations through acquisition and integration, and increase shareholder value while achieving the correct balance between current financial performance and strategic growth. Bill specializes in growth strategy formation and execution; organization assessment, alignment, and development; acquisition and integration; marketing, business development, and sales strategy development and execution; problem assessment, concept development, and solution design and implementation. Bill holds a BS in engineering from Clarkson University and MS in systems engineering from Virginia Tech.

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John Oravis is a seasoned technology leader with deep expertise in air traffic management systems and next-generation automation architectures. With a career dedicated to advancing scalable, modernized solutions, John focuses on improving safety, performance, interoperability, and long-term sustainability in air traffic management technology. As a leader in Collins Aerospace’s technical strategy for Air Traffic Control Systems, Mr. Oravis collaborates with ANSPs, our industry partners, and aviation organizations to help shape the vision and architecture for future air traffic automation systems. Mr. Oravis also drives technical approaches for major initiatives including aligning advanced air mobility, commercial space transport, aviation sustainability, and trajectory-based operations with cutting-edge capabilities.

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Lieutenant Colonel Phillip Roberts enlisted in the Marine Corps in 1995 and commissioned through the Enlisted Commissioning Program in 2003.  He currently serves as the Airspace and Air Traffic Control Officer for the Deputy Commandant for Aviation, Headquarters Marine Corps. He has held key operational roles as an Air Traffic Control Crew Officer, Marine ATC Mobile Team Leader, ATC Facility Officer, Operations Officer, Executive Officer, and Officer in Charge. His deployments include multiple rotations to Incirlik Airbase, Turkey, combat service in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, MEU deployments aboard USS Boxer and USS Iwo Jima, and participation in Operation Deep Freeze evaluating Antarctic ATC operations.   His staff assignments include Section Head for Officer Plans at Manpower and Reserve Affairs and his current role within the Department of Aviation. He holds master’s degrees in Aviation Business Administration and Military Operational Art and Science and is a graduate of MAWTS‑1’s MMT Leaders Course and C3 course.

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Master Gunnery Sergeant Louie Cruz enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps July 2002 and graduated Air Traffic Control school May 2003. During his first assignment at MCAS Camp Pendleton, he advanced in qualifications and became designated as Tower and Radar supervisor. Over the course of his career, he held several notable billets to include Training & Readiness Chief, Weapons & Tactics Training Program Chief, and Operations Chief at various levels. His expertise has led to involvement with several international exercises in Thailand, Phillippines, and South Korea. Operational deployments include the 31st MEU aboard the USS Bonhomme Richard, Operations Iraqi Freedom, Enduring Freedom, and Damayan supporting humanitarian relief efforts in the Philippines. He holds a Master’s of Science in Aeronautics majoring in Uncrewed systems, is a graduate of the US Air Force Military Airspace Manager Course, Terminal Procedure Design Course, and Marine Aviation Weapons & Tactics Squadron Command, Control & Communication course.

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Jenny Rosenberg is Founder of JTR Strategies, a Washington DC-based lobbying, global public affairs, crisis communications, and corporate advisory firm specializing in aviation, aerospace, transportation, infrastructure, and technology policy. Named to The Hill's Top Lobbyists in 2024 and 2025, Jenny brings nearly two decades of senior government experience to her practice. Previously, she served as Assistant Secretary for Aviation and International Affairs (A) at the Department of Transportation and Assistant Administrator at the Federal Aviation Administration. She also held senior positions on the Senate Commerce Committee, Senate Appropriations Committee, and House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, and served as spokesperson for the U.S. Surgeon General. Jenny is an established policy and regulatory advisor, lobbyist, and public affairs strategist. She focuses much of her practice on domestic and international transportation, trade, tech, legislative policy, and regulation—translating emerging challenges into actionable opportunities and policy solutions for her clients.

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Dawn Amore is President and CEO of Volanno, a transportation-focused digital modernization firm supporting aviation, transit, and rail agencies nationwide. Volanno has built the nation's foremost source of aviation metrics that has been cited by more than 300 aviation research studies worldwide. Dawn serves on the ATCA Board of Directors and is an active advocate for innovation, collaboration, and the critical role small businesses play in advancing aviation modernization.

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Heideh Shahmoradi is a founding partner at OS Strategies with 24 years of federal experience and eight years in the private sector. Her broad policy and political background allow her to successfully advance legislation on Capitol Hill. Prior to co-founding the firm, Heideh served more than seven years as Staff Director on the U.S. Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development and Related Agencies analyzing annual budgets, negotiating funding levels, and overseeing all agencies at USDOT, HUD, NTSB, Amtrak, and other federal agencies. Heideh has extensive knowledge of the legislative and appropriations processes having worked on more than a dozen annual and supplemental appropriations acts. Heideh also worked at USDOT for 17 years in senior positions at the Federal Highway Administration working on regulations and financing of major projects, and four years leading the government affairs team in the Office of the Secretary as the senior career official.