Strategies for downturn

It is no secret the aviation industry faces many obstacles. In today’s complex marketplace, sustained growth and efficient operations are a constant challenge. Rising fuel prices, global economic downturns, increased competition, ever-changing customer expectations, environmental sustainability and shortages of trained staff are just a few of the factors that make success elusive.

The third edition of the IATA Executive Financial Summit is designed to be of interest to Chief Financial Officers, Risk Managers and Procurement Heads as well as Executives of Financial Services Strategic Partners. The programme for this exclusive event will provide strategies to help you weather the current storm – while delivering improved business results.

Hear key industry leaders discuss the solutions they have implemented and the pitfalls they have avoided:

• Managing Financial Risk in Time of Crisis
• Airlines’ contribution towards a reduction of CO2 emissions: Any economic solutions?
• Majors errors that companies make when outsourcing services
• Biggest risk management issues faced by CFOs and how to address Them?
• Fuel Procurement: Perspective from a fuel company
• How ground damage could affect your bottom line
• How your corporate image can affect your bottom line

Stay ahead of the game by exploring the various issues that could affect your airline’s bottom line!

Key Speakers

• Nissim Malki, Chief Executive Officer, El Al Israel Airlines
• Ronald Alsen, Senior Vice President and Chief Audit Executive at Air France KLM SA
• Tom Murphy, Senior Vice President, Industry Distribution and Financial Services, IATA
• Brian Pearce, Chief Economist, IATA
• Harry Soh, Managing Director, Morgan Stanley
• David Riker, Chief Executive Officer, Storm Exchange
• Ayaz Hussain, Director, Industry Financial Services, IATA
• Peter Grover, EVP Travel Services, WNS
• Vipul Jain, CEO and Managing Director, Kale Consultants
• Carole Gates, Director, Risk Management & Insurance, IATA
• Beppe Urso, Global Director of Procurement of Professional Services, Philip Morris International

And many more!

Benefits of Attending

• Develop cost-efficient initiatives and maximize savings opportunities in your airline
• Provide a forum where the airline financial community can share their expertise and best practices
• Enjoy excellent networking opportunities: Meet with top-level speakers and delegates from around the world!

Who Should Attend:

• Chief Financial Officer, SVP Finance, VP Finance, Finance Director
• Head of Procurement, Head of Purchasing,
• Risk & Insurance Managers
• Financial Services Strategic Partners
• Risk Management & Insurance Strategic Partners