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As General Counsel at Avelo, Daniel is responsible for all aspects of the airline’s legal functions, including regulatory compliance, corporate governance, commercial transactions, employment, and litigation. He also serves as the company’s Corporate Secretary.

With nearly two decades navigating the dynamic legal aspects of commercial aviation, Daniel has held key leadership positions at LATAM Airlines, Spirit Airlines, and now Avelo. Prior to his career in commercial aviation, Daniel established his expertise in corporate and business law through private practice in Miami, Florida.

Daniel holds Juris Doctor degrees from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and from Andres Bello Catholic University in Caracas, Venezuela.

As Avelo’s Head of Airports, Giselle oversees airport operations to ensure an easy, seamless and welcoming customer experience. This includes our six bases, as well as our expanding network of spoke airports.

Giselle brought over two decades of airline industry experience to Avelo. Before joining Avelo in early 2023, Giselle was the Head of International Airports for JetBlue where she led all airport operations and international planning for 40 destinations in 25 countries in Latin America and the Caribbean. Her responsibilities included establishing new routes and developing solid relationships with government officials, agencies, and business partners across JetBlue’s international locations.

Giselle is a trailblazer in the airline industry. She was the first female Latina executive at JetBlue. She served as a board member of the JetBlue Foundation and was a founding member of the airline’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council. She is a transformative leader known for getting things done and for her dedication to creating a more inclusive world.

Scott Hall is the Head of Flight Operations and the FAR Part 119 Director of Operations for Avelo. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the airline's flight operations, which encompass flight crew recruitment, training, standards, FAA regulatory compliance, and flight technology.

Scott brings over 30 years of aviation industry experience and has held various executive roles in operations, including Vice President of Flight Operations at ExpressJet Airlines, Vice President of Flight Operations at ATA Connection, and Executive Vice President at Airbahn Airlines. Additionally, he has served as a System Chief Pilot and a Managing Director of Operations Support. Currently, Scott holds numerous type ratings and has over 6,600 total flight hours.

Scott holds a BS degree in Aviation Business from Southern Nazarene University.

Sean is the Head of Contracts for Avelo, bringing four decades of experience in major contract negotiations, operations leadership, and financial management. In his role, Sean is responsible for overseeing the company's procurement and contracting activities, which encompass the acquisition of aircraft, fuel, airport services, and more.

Sean has held executive positions at Allegiant Air, Corporate Aircraft Partners, and Sun Country Airlines, with roles that include Vice President of Fleet Planning & Fuel Supply, Vice President of Supply Chain, Vice President of System Operations Control, and Vice President of Finance.

Sean's aviation journey began in 1983 in the U.S. Marine Corps, where he served as a helicopter mechanic and crew chief. Sean holds a BBA in Finance from the University of Texas and an MBA from Emory University.

Jeff brings a wealth of expertise to Avelo as Head of Accounting. In this role, he oversees all aspects of the company's accounting, reporting, business applications, and tax functions.

Before joining Avelo, Jeff served as Senior Audit Manager at Ernst & Young, LLP's Houston office from 2010 to 2022. During his tenure, he advised public and private companies across various industries. Jeff's experience spans a wide range of circumstances, including assisting companies through formation and startup, initial public offerings (IPOs), growth through acquisitions, and fresh-start accounting. He also possesses extensive knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.

Jeff is a Certified Public Accountant in the State of Texas and holds a BS in Business Administration and a Master in Professional Accounting from the University of Texas.

As Head of Technical Operations at Avelo, Gary oversees aircraft maintenance, quality, regulatory compliance, technical support, and materials management - ensuring the safe and reliable performance of the airline’s expanding fleet of Boeing Next-Generation 737 aircraft.

Prior to Avelo, Gary was Managing Director of Engineering at Delta Air Lines and Vice President of Operations for EMEA at Rapiscan Systems. Gary’s career began at Eastern Airlines as a Structures Engineer, followed by a transition to American Airlines as a Lead Systems Engineer. He then made significant contributions at America West, leading aircraft and powerplant engineering as well as base maintenance. Additionally, Gary spent 12 years at renowned aerospace companies Honeywell Aerospace and Bombardier Aerospace.

Gary holds various certifications, including FAA Airframe and Powerplant Technician, Project Management Professional (PMP), and Six Sigma Green Belt. He earned a BS in Aerospace Engineering from Georgia Tech and an MBA from Arizona State University.

Jim is responsible for building and protecting Avelo’s brand, bolstering Crewmember engagement, and strengthening community engagement. His role includes brand marketing, public relations, social media, internal communications, and community relations and partnerships.

Beyond Avelo, Jim’s airline experience includes executive roles as Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications at United Airlines and Vice President of Corporate Communications at US Airways. Over the course of his career, he also served as Vice President of Global Corporate Communications at Starbucks Coffee Company and Vice President of Global Corporate Communications at Overture—the pioneering force behind search engine marketing acquired by Yahoo! in 2003. Jim devoted the first decade of his career to public relations roles in the automotive industry at J.D. Power and Associates and advising Nissan North America.

Jim earned a BS in Public Relations from Syracuse University and an MBA from the University of Southern California. He also holds a certificate in Airline Disaster Communications Management from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).

As Head of Safety, Security and Operational Excellence, Michael brings over 40 years of commercial aviation experience and safety expertise to Avelo.

Michael is an industry veteran renowned for his expertise in safety and flight operations. In addition to being qualified to fly various commercial aircraft, including 757s, 767s and 777s, he has held executive positions at Delta Air Lines and United Airlines, including overseeing safety at both companies. Prior to his career in the commercial sector, Michael served as a pilot in the Marine Corps, flying the A-6 Intruder, among other aircraft.

Recognized as a prominent figure in aviation safety, Michael has received prestigious accolades from the industry. In 2020, he was honored with the Don Engen Trophy for Aviation Excellence by the Aero Club of Washington. The same year, he was also presented with the Wesley McDonald Statesman of Aviation Award by the National Aeronautic Association, the FAA AVS Friend of Safety Award, and the FAA Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award.

Michael holds a BS in Civil Engineering from the University of New Haven, is a graduate of the U.S. Navy Flight School in Pensacola, Florida and earned a certificate in Aviation Safety and Security from The George Washington University.

As Head of People and Customer Experience, Vicky brings more than four decades of airline experience and customer service expertise to Avelo.

Before joining Avelo, Vicky made history as JetBlue's first Vice President of Inflight Experience, where her team consistently earned the prestigious J.D. Power and Associates award for the highest customer satisfaction. Prior to her tenure at JetBlue, Vicky held multiple positions at Delta Air Lines, where she led customer experience efforts overseeing flight attendants, airport operations, onboard food service and inflight amenities, and customer relations.

Vicky began her career as a flight attendant at Delta. She graduated from the University of Georgia and has a certificate in Executive Management from the University of Michigan.

As Head of Commercial, Trevor’s oversight spans all things revenue generation, including: Avelo’s Network Planning, Revenue Management, and Charter Sales. His responsibilities include route selection and analysis, capacity management, scheduling, pricing, and airport relations.

Having joined Avelo three years before its first flight, he has played an integral role in the company's conception, growth, and success. Trevor initially served as Avelo’s Head of Financial Planning & Analysis and Treasurer.

Prior to joining Avelo, Trevor worked with United Airlines in Fleet Planning & Strategy, and at JetBlue Airways, where he showcased his expertise in both Network Planning and Corporate Finance. He began his career with Boeing.

Trevor earned his BS in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Michigan.