Brad Tilden

Alaska Air Group board of directors appoints Daniel Elwell as newest member

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Thursday, January 21, 2021

SEATTLE, Jan. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Air Group announced today the appointment ofDaniel Elwell to the company's board of directors, effective immediately.

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  • SEATTLE, Jan. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Air Group announced today the appointment ofDaniel Elwell to the company's board of directors, effective immediately.
  • "We are thrilled to have someone with Dan's expertise and background in the airline and aviation industry join our board," said Brad Tilden, Alaska Air Group Chair and CEO.
  • The total board is comprised of 14 members, with the other two positions filled by Tilden and Alaska Airlines PresidentBen Minicucci.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

Alaska Air Group Announces Leadership Succession Plan

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Monday, November 9, 2020

SEATTLE, Nov. 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Air Group's board of directors announced today that Brad Tilden will retire as chief executive officer on March 31, 2021, and Ben Minicucci, president of Alaska Airlines and a member of the Alaska Air Group board, will succeed him.

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  • SEATTLE, Nov. 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Air Group's board of directors announced today that Brad Tilden will retire as chief executive officer on March 31, 2021, and Ben Minicucci, president of Alaska Airlines and a member of the Alaska Air Group board, will succeed him.
  • "This announcement is the culmination of a multi-year succession planning process," said Patricia Bedient, Alaska Air Group lead independent director.
  • Alaska Air Group is the holding company for Alaska Airlines, the fifth largest U.S. passenger airline, and regional carrier Horizon Air.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

Alaska Airlines and Microsoft sign partnership to reduce carbon emissions with flights powered by sustainable aviation fuel in key routes

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Thursday, October 22, 2020

The SAF, supplied by SkyNRG, is an important option for the aviation industry to reduce CO2 emissions on a life-cycle basis.

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  • The SAF, supplied by SkyNRG, is an important option for the aviation industry to reduce CO2 emissions on a life-cycle basis.
  • "After a decade advancing sustainable aviation fuel, this partnership marks a significant milestone in the work to make SAF a commercially-viable aviation fuel alternative," said Brad Tilden, CEO of Alaska Airlines.
  • "We hope this sustainable aviation fuel model will be used by other companies as a way to reducethe environmental impact oftheir business travel."
  • Alaska Airlines is one of the most fuel-efficient airlines in the U.S. with a strong commitment to sustainability.

Alaska Airlines and Microsoft sign partnership to reduce carbon emissions with flights powered by sustainable aviation fuel in key routes

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Thursday, October 22, 2020

The SAF, supplied by SkyNRG, is an important option for the aviation industry to reduce CO2 emissions on a life-cycle basis.

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  • The SAF, supplied by SkyNRG, is an important option for the aviation industry to reduce CO2 emissions on a life-cycle basis.
  • "After a decade advancing sustainable aviation fuel, this partnership marks a significant milestone in the work to make SAF a commercially-viable aviation fuel alternative," said Brad Tilden, CEO of Alaska Airlines.
  • "We hope this sustainable aviation fuel model will be used by other companies as a way to reducethe environmental impact oftheir business travel."
  • Alaska Airlines is one of the most fuel-efficient airlines in the U.S. with a strong commitment to sustainability.

Former energy executive Jessie J. Knight, Jr. returns to Alaska Air Group board of directors

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Wednesday, October 21, 2020

SEATTLE, Oct. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Air Group announced today the appointment ofJessie J. Knight, Jr. to the company's board of directors, effective immediately.

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  • SEATTLE, Oct. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Air Group announced today the appointment ofJessie J. Knight, Jr. to the company's board of directors, effective immediately.
  • He previously served on the board from 2002 to 2017.Knight will also join the boards of directors of the company's airline subsidiaries Alaska Airlines, Inc. and Horizon Air Industries, Inc.
    "We are so proud to welcome Jessie back to our board," said Brad Tilden, Alaska Air Group Chairman and CEO.
  • The total board is comprised of 13 members, with the other two positions filled by Tilden and Alaska Airlines President Ben Minicucci.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

Alaska Airlines expands Next-Level Care safety measures

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Tuesday, June 9, 2020

SEATTLE, June 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Airlines today expanded Next-Level Care, the culmination of nearly 100 different measures put in place to enhance the safety and well-being of guests and employees.

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  • SEATTLE, June 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Airlines today expanded Next-Level Care, the culmination of nearly 100 different measures put in place to enhance the safety and well-being of guests and employees.
  • COVID-19 has touched all of us in some way and it prompted us to fundamentally change the entire travel experience," said Alaska Airlines CEO Brad Tilden.
  • Enhanced cleaning: Alaska Airlines is exceeding CDC cleaning guidelines, using high-grade, EPA-certified disinfectant to clean critical areas throughout the plane.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air announce details of aid expected under the CARES Act

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Wednesday, April 15, 2020

SEATTLE, April 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air agreed to general terms today with the U.S. Treasury regarding their participation in the Payroll Support Program (PSP) under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act.

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  • SEATTLE, April 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air agreed to general terms today with the U.S. Treasury regarding their participation in the Payroll Support Program (PSP) under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act.
  • "We are grateful for and humbled by this support," said Brad Tilden, Alaska Air Group's Chairman and CEO.
  • Alaska and Horizon also communicatedto the Treasurytheir intent to apply for $1.128 billion in federal loans through a separate program authorized under the CARES Act.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

Alaska Airlines promotes veteran leaders to focus on creating outstanding guest experiences and continued growth

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Monday, January 13, 2020

SEATTLE, Jan. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines announced today the promotion of four highly experienced leaders who will emphasize the importance of providing remarkable guest experiences and creating continued future growth for the company.

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  • SEATTLE, Jan. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines announced today the promotion of four highly experienced leaders who will emphasize the importance of providing remarkable guest experiences and creating continued future growth for the company.
  • "Kyle has served Alaska extremely well as general counsel over the years," said Brad Tilden, chairman and CEO of Alaska Air Group.
  • With Alaska and Alaska Global Partners , guests can earn and redeem miles on flights to more than 800 destinations worldwide.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

Alaska Air Group Chief Financial Officer Brandon Pedersen to Retire; Shane Tackett to Assume CFO Role

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Monday, January 6, 2020

SEATTLE, Jan. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Air Group announced today that Brandon Pedersen, Chief Financial Officer since 2010, plans to retire on March 2.

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  • SEATTLE, Jan. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Air Group announced today that Brandon Pedersen, Chief Financial Officer since 2010, plans to retire on March 2.
  • "Brandon has done an extraordinary job as Alaska's CFO," said Brad Tilden, chairman and CEO of Alaska Air Group.
  • "Brandon has excelled in his work with analysts and investors, clearly articulating industry issues and Alaska's plans for creating long-term growth and value.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

Alaska Air Group announces senior leadership advancements to position Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air for future growth

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Thursday, November 7, 2019

"Together, these talented executives bring more than four decades of expertise working across a wide variety of divisions at Air Group," said Brad Tilden, chairman and CEO of Alaska Air Group.

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  • "Together, these talented executives bring more than four decades of expertise working across a wide variety of divisions at Air Group," said Brad Tilden, chairman and CEO of Alaska Air Group.
  • He has served in various roles of increasing responsibility since joining Alaska in 2004 as staff vice president of maintenance.
  • Sprague is an admired, highly capable veteran of Alaska Air Group who will continue the forward momentum for the airline.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).