Hugh McElroy

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About Hugh McElroy

Influential and transformative Chief Executive & Board Member with over 40 years of leadership experience cultivating the best in people, solving problems, and moving companies through change. Expert in business operations, revenue growth, product development, organizational culture and development, risk mitigation, sustainability, and corporate responsibility. Extensive background within the aerospace manufacturing, MRO and services industry. Respected as a credible voice in decision making and known as a deeply valued leader with a reputation for making connections, creating equity within businesses, and achieving paramount results through the development of the people under his leadership. Instrumental in leading multiple business turnarounds and developing global business footprint, revitalizing business operations. Serves at the helm of visionary strategies, transformations, acquisitions, integrations, pivotal initiatives, and radical problem-solving. Grows companies through an intense focus on performance excellence, stakeholder value, strategy, employee engagement, and governance. Propels company growth leading to a rewarding and winning company culture. Contributions have been known to create the foundation to scale responsibly and achieve higher levels of success in changing geo-political and economic environments. Currently, serves as CEO for AeroConsummate Advisors, an aviation advisory and consultative services firm. Spearheads initiatives to support clients in transactions, strategic development, implementation planning, and provides companies with vital insights and services that improve business performance. Also serves as Executive Chairman and Interim CEO for Airborne Motorworks, a developer and integrator of emerging aerospace propulsion, renewable energy and industrial air handling technology. Among various industry awards conferred: 2015 Texas Senate Proclamation, Hon. Wendy Davis, leadership and philanthropy 2009 Texas State Legislature, Texas House Resolution, Hon. Tan Parker, large animal rescue 2007 American Red Cross Humanitarian of the Year Award, Hurricane Katrina, corporate-level support of recovery efforts. Continues serving communities and is dedicated to connecting with people through civic engagement opportunities. Passionate about developing the next generation of business leaders.