American Airlines promotes Patrick O’Keeffe to Senior Vice President – People

American Airlines has promoted Patrick O’Keeffe to Senior Vice President – People, effective June 1. O’Keeffe most recently served as Vice President – Information Technology and has held a wide range of leadership positions across the airline during his more than 28 years at American. In his new role, O’Keeffe will lead the global human resources team responsible for talent acquisition and development, team member training and support, compensation, benefits, and diversity. He will report to Elise Eberwein, American’s Executive Vice President – People and Communications. He replaces the airline’s former Senior Vice President – People, Danielle Kirgan, who has informed the company of her decision to leave American.