Meeting/Event Information

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The past two years have brought unparalleled challenges for brands navigating the impact of a global pandemic, economic recession, changing workforce and more. The greater the challenge, the more necessary it is for brands to step up as leaders and build trust with stakeholders by communicating with transparency, sensitivity and grace. 

Come hear Ron DeFeo, American Airlines’ senior vice president and chief communications officer, and other members of the Corporate Communications team, share lessons and insights they have gained managing communications at this global airline.

After the presentation and Q&A period, attendees will have the option to participate in a speed networking session with American Airlines senior leaders and enjoy a tour of its new headquarters campus.

Limit to 30 tickets due to AA’s Covid restrictions. No walkups.

Location
American Airlines - Skyview 8 Visitor Information
1 Skyview Drive, Fort Worth, TX 76155

Visitors may access the Skyview 8 parking garage through entrances on American Blvd. or Trinity Blvd. Please park in the designated visitor parking areas only. After parking, walk towards the entry of building C (the center three-story building). Check in at the front lobby desk.

Visitors must go through security when entering the building, so please arrive on time at 7:45 a.m. Attendee names will be provided in advance, and a government-issued photo ID is required to enter the building. Visitor badge requests will be completed by an American Airlines sponsor prior to arrival.

Speaker Bio

Ron DeFeo, Senior Vice President and Chief Communications Officer

Ron is a proven communications and employee engagement leader with 20 years of experience at major corporations and leading public relations agencies. Currently, he is serving as Senior Vice President and Chief Communications Officer of American Airlines. In this role, Ron leads the team responsible for communications, community affairs, recognition and leadership development. 

Prior to his current role, Ron served as Senior Vice President of Communications for Darden Restaurants. He joined Darden from The Home Depot where he was Sr. Director of Corporate Communications. He started his career in the Atlanta office of Ketchum.  

Ron is a graduate of DePauw University in Greencastle, Indiana where he earned a B.A. in Communication Arts & Sciences and completed the Media Fellows Honors Program. He holds an M.B.A. in Marketing and Management Information Systems from The Terry College of Business at The University of Georgia in Athens, Georgia. 

Ron is a member of Page, the world's leading professional association for senior communications executives, and serves on the AdPR Executive Advisory Council at the Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication at The University of Georgia. Previously, he served nine years on the Board of Advisors at The Plank Center for Leadership in Public Relations at the University of Alabama. Ron is at his best when he is spending time with his wife and two daughters at their home in Texas.

SOLD OUT! This event is sold out. To be added to the wait list, please click the registration button.  You will be notified via email if a space becomes available.  The wait list is first come, first serve. Walkups will not be allowed for this event.
Costs
$15 members
$20 non-members
Limit to 30 tickets due to AA’s Covid restrictions. No walkups.
Note:  Cancellations/substitutions must be made in writing to Liz Kennedy at [email protected] by 5 p.m.  Monday, March 21, 2022. No refunds will be made after this date. 

Are you a job-seeker? American Airlines currently has several open positions, and team members will be available to network with applicants. If interested, please email your resume to [email protected] at least 48 hours in advance of the program.