Brad Tilden brings extensive airline and aerospace industry experience developed during his more than 30 years of service in key leadership positions at Alaska Airlines, including as chair, president, and CEO. As CEO, Tilden led a highly regulated airline, leading its commitments to safety, customer service, industry-leading operations, and profitable growth. He possesses a deep understanding of airline customer requirements (including with respect to environmental performance), operational and supply chain management, safety and regulatory compliance regimes, human capital management, and strategic planning. While leading Alaska Airlines, Tilden fostered a culture of integrity and operational excellence among Alaska Airlines’ more than 23,000 employees, a significant portion of whom were covered by collective bargaining agreements.

Tilden currently serves on the board of Boeing, where he is a member of the aerospace safety and finance committees. He also serves on the board of Matson Inc., where he is a member of the audit and compensation committees.