As the official Alliance Partner of the 18th Annual Aviation Festival Americas 2026 oneworld leaders will join top aviation experts from across North and South America for two days of discussions focused on the future of commercial aviation.
Bringing together key airline, airport and travel technology professionals, Aviation Festival Americas is one of the industry’s most influential gatherings, featuring executive panels, interactive sessions and strategic discussions exploring commercial strategy, loyalty innovation, digital technology, artificial intelligence, customer experience and sustainability. The event takes place 3-4 June in Miami.
“It is a consequential time for oneworld and for our industry,” said Ole Orvér, CEO of oneworld. “As we continue to elevate the customer experience, advance our digital transformation and expand our global network – most recently welcoming Hawaiian Airlines as our third U.S. member – opportunities like Aviation Festival Americas are invaluable for bringing together industry leaders to exchange ideas and help shape aviation’s future.”
As one of his first major industry appearances as CEO, Orvér will take the stage alongside fellow oneworld executives to share insights on the alliance’s evolving strategy and the broader opportunities shaping global air travel.
oneworld speakers across the two-day program include:
- Ole Orvér, CEO
- Roger Blackburn, Vice President, Commercial and Loyalty
- Gerhard Girkinger, Vice President, Customer Experience & Airports
- Guido Van Til, Vice President, Digital
- Chris Gilliland, Director, Airport Experience
- Maria McKinnon, Director, Brand and Marketing
- Gilbert Ott, Director, Loyalty
- Matthew Ridley, Director, Sustainability & Innovation
The event comes at a key time for the alliance as oneworld continues to strengthen its footprint across the Americas and expand value for customers through enhanced connectivity, digital innovation, and seamless travel experiences across its global member network.
