International Executive Of the Year 2026

The International Executive of the Year annually honors a leader whose vision, influence, and achievements shape industries, strengthen economies, and leave a lasting mark on the global business landscape.

In 2026, we honor Scott Kirby, CEO of United Airlines.

Kirby has served as CEO since 2020, following four years as the company’s President. Under his leadership, United has accelerated into the world’s largest airline, executing the company’s United Next growth plan and innovative investments that transformed the customer experience and future of the aviation industry.

Throughout a period marked by unprecedented disruption, shifting customer expectations, and increasing global complexity, Scott Kirby has led with clarity, resilience, and long-term vision. His stewardship of United has helped shape the future of an industry that serves as a critical engine of economic growth and global connection.

On November 10, Scott Kirby will take the stage for a fireside conversation that promises candid insights into the future of global business, the systems that keep it moving, and the broader forces shaping global mobility.

Individual Pricing:
Members: $150
Nonmembers: $300

Table Pricing:
Members: $1,500
Nonmembers: $3,000

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