Scott Kirby
CEO at United Airlines
United Airlines•Greater Chicago Area, United States
View LinkedIn ProfileExperience20+ Years
LevelLeadership
Executive Overview
Scott Kirby is CEO of United Airlines. After studying at the U.S. Air Force Academy, he has spent the past three decades working in the airline business. Data-driven and focused on strategy, he’s also motivated by culture and people. Scott is a well-known industry veteran who can navigate uncertain times and has a bold vision for establishing United as the best airline in the history of aviation.
Career Timeline
- United AirlinesCurrentAug 2016–Present· 10 yrs 2 mos
- Chief Executive OfficerCurrentMay 2020–Present
- PresidentAug 2016–May 2020
- 2013–2016· 3 yrs
- President2013–2016
- 2006–2013· 7 yrs
- President2006–2013
Education
Master of Science
Operations Research
The George Washington University
Bachelor's degree
Computer Science and Operations Research
United States Air Force AcademyExecutive Relationship Map
Reports To
Scott Kirby
Vice Chair & President
Chief Financial Officer
Chief Technology Officer
Chief Operating Officer