IS (T102) Recovery in the Airline Industry
This open discussion session will provide a three tiered response to the questions surrounding recovery of the airline industry. An economist for a major travel supplier will describe the economic conditions that must prevail for recovery. A financial analyst with a focus on the airline industry, will provide insight on market forces and explain why some sectors appear to be treading water while others are sinking. Lastly a CEO of a US airline will describe the radical strategies his airline undertook to stay financially healthy.

Moderator:
Greeley Koch, Sr. Vice President, Corporate Travel & Food Services, Bank of America

Presenters:
Doug Parker, CEO, America West
Dan Laufenberg, Vice President and Chief Economist, American Express