Michael Rousseau, President and CEO of Air Canada, has been elected as the new Chairperson of the Star Alliance Chief Executive Board (CEB), succeeding Scott Kirby, CEO of United Airlines, who served in the role since December 2020.
As Chairperson, Rousseau will oversee the strategic direction of Star Alliance, which is the world’s largest airline alliance comprising 25 member airlines. He will preside over the Alliance’s two annual board meetings and act as its spokesperson. The CEB represents the CEOs of all member airlines and serves as the governing body responsible for shaping the Alliance’s overall strategy.
Theo Panagiotoulias, CEO of Star Alliance, extended his congratulations to Rousseau: “I am delighted to welcome Michael Rousseau, one of the most seasoned CEOs on the board, as the new Chairperson and look forward to working closely with him as we bring the renewed vision of the Alliance to fruition. I also extend my heartfelt gratitude to Scott Kirby for his guidance and support to Star Alliance during his successful four-year term.”
Founded in 1997, Star Alliance was established as the first global airline alliance, dedicated to delivering global connectivity and seamless service. With 17,500 daily flights connecting nearly 1,150 airports in 189 countries, Star Alliance continues to offer unparalleled reach, ensuring a superior travel experience across its extensive network.
