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Pasha Saleh

Head of Corporate Development at Alaska Airlines | Technology Innovation | Corporate Venture Capital | Flight Operations | Sustainability

Pasha Saleh is an accomplished aviation industry executive and pilot currently serving as the Head of Corporate Development at Alaska Airlines since October 2021.14 With over 25 years of experience in operations, sales, and strategy, Saleh has a diverse background that spans startups, large aerospace corporations, and management consulting.2

In his current role, Saleh is responsible for evaluating and executing new investment opportunities, partnerships, and joint ventures for Alaska Airlines. He also manages Alaska Star Ventures, the airline's global business partners, and leads the assessment and implementation of financial and in-kind investments that drive technology innovation.4

Key aspects of Pasha Saleh's career and background include:

  1. Education: Saleh holds a B.A. in Philosophy from the University of California, Berkeley, and an MBA in Operations Management & Strategic Management from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.14

  2. Aviation Experience: He is a licensed airline transport pilot with over 8,000 hours of flight experience and holds seven type ratings, including Boeing 737, 747, and Embraer 135/145.24

  3. Previous Roles: Saleh has held positions at various companies, including:

    • Director of Flight Operations Strategy & Innovation at Alaska Airlines
    • Senior Vice President of Business Development at Oriole Capital Group
    • Vice President of Business Development & Strategic Partnerships at AirMap
    • Regional Director of Strategy & Business Development at The Boeing Company
    • Regional Sales Director at Beechcraft
    • Senior Associate at McKinsey & Company4
  4. Industry Focus: Saleh is particularly involved in sustainability initiatives within the aviation industry. He plays a key role in Alaska Airlines' commitment to reaching net-zero carbon emissions by 2040 and is involved in evaluating and implementing technologies to help decarbonize aviation.23

Pasha Saleh's unique combination of pilot experience, business acumen, and strategic vision positions him as a valuable asset in Alaska Airlines' efforts to innovate and lead in the rapidly evolving aviation industry.23

Highlights

Nov 6 · theorg.com
Pasha Saleh - Head Of Corporate Development at Alaska Air ...
Dec 8 · youtube.com
10 Pasha Saleh, Alaska Airlines - YouTube
10 Pasha Saleh, Alaska Airlines - YouTube
Dec 5 · youtube.com
Why Alaska Airlines is excited about ZeroAvia - YouTube
Why Alaska Airlines is excited about ZeroAvia - YouTube
MRO Americas 2023: Session Speaker: Pasha Saleh
Jun 10 · chicagobooth.edu
Learning to Fly Higher - Chicago Booth
Learning to Fly Higher - Chicago Booth
Apr 30 · celerity05.com
10 Pasha Saleh, Alaska Airlines
10 Pasha Saleh, Alaska Airlines
#10 Pasha Saleh: Alaska Airlines - The Vertical Space
#10 Pasha Saleh: Alaska Airlines - The Vertical Space

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Greater Seattle Area