Alan Mitchell, Senior Advisor (Climate and Environment), Office of International Aviation, U.S. Department of Transportation

Alan Mitchell serves as a Senior Advisor in the Office of International Aviation at the Department of Transportation, focusing on climate and aviation policy. His diverse career includes roles as Chief of Staff at Motivate International, Senior Project Manager for the New York City Economic Development Corporation, and a consultant at the Boston Consulting Group. A graduate of Yale Law School and Pomona College, Alan brings a unique blend of legal, project management, and consulting expertise to his current role.

Kamran Babayev, Advisor to President, Environmental Management System, Silkway West Airlines

Kamran Babayev is an accomplished EMS Advisor, currently serving in a pivotal role at Silk Way West Airlines. With a master's and bachelor's degree in Environmental Science from Baku State University, Kamran brings a wealth of expertise to his position. Prior to his current role, he served as the Environmental Team Lead at SOCAR Polymer, overseeing environmental compliance and implementing strategies to reduce environmental impact. Kamran also held a key position as an environmental manager for almost eight years with one of BP's main contractors in the AGT Region, contributing significantly to the Shah Deniz-2 Onshore Terminal Construction Works Project. His extensive experience encompasses the petrochemical and aviation sectors, reflecting his commitment to environmental management and sustainability.

John Perdoch, Director, Product Marketing, Boeing Commercial Airplanes

As the Regional Director of Product Marketing and Model Leader for freighter aircraft at Boeing Commercial Airplanes, John Perdoch is at the forefront of communicating the value of Boeing products and representing customer interests to airplane programs. With a journey spanning back to 2006, John has held various engineering roles, including a senior Configuration Design engineer for next-generation freighters like the 777-8F. His academic prowess includes a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh and a Master of Science in Aeronautics and Astronautics from the University of Washington.

Drew Meloan, Offer Manager for Emerging Renewable Fuels Technologies, Honeywell

Drew Mealoan brings a decade of expertise in the energy sector to the table. His career commenced with hands-on involvement in unit startups and turnarounds across more than 20 facilities, laying the foundation for a comprehensive understanding of the industry. Transitioning through diverse technical and business strategy roles, Drew earned his Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from Georgia Tech.