The opening executive panel will set the tone for the summit by exploring the pivotal role of leadership in driving safety innovation across the aviation industry. Panelists will discuss how to transcend traditional approaches and foster a culture of creativity, collaboration, and bold thinking. They will highlight the importance of integrating innovative practices in risk management, process improvement, and cross-sector partnerships, setting a dynamic course for the industry’s future. This session will challenge leaders to not only embrace technological advances but also pioneer new strategies that ensure safety remains at the forefront of global aviation progress.

Moderator: Sasha Johnson, Vice President of Corporate Safety, United Airlines

Panelists: 

• Capt. Alvaro M. Pereira Valenzuela, Vice President Safety & Quality Assurance, Flight Safety Coordinator, Copa Airlines
• Eduardo Mendoza De La Torre, Vice President Safety, Flight Training and Security, Avianca
• TAY, Tiang Guan, Deputy Director General, Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS)
• Oscar Quesada, Deputy Director of the International Civil Aviation Organization South American Regional Office