Chris Peeters joined Bnode in 2023; he later also became Chief Executive Officer of Bpost, one of the business units. He is leading a thorough transformation from a national postal operator towards an international parcel-sized logistics group active in Europe, North America and Asia. Previously, he was also at the head of Elia Group, which grew into one of the most innovative European grid operators. He also worked at McKinsey and Schlumberger.

Christiaan Hen has an impressive background in aviation. His professional trajectory took flight at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, where he worked on developing and managing airport capacity. After managing terminal operations for several years, he went on to become Head of Innovation for the Schiphol Group. His decade-long experience in airport operations, development, and innovation prepared him for his next position as Chief Customer Officer and later Chief Executive Officer at Assaia International.

David Fitzgerald joined Bradford Airport Logistics and BSL in 2014. He leads the design and operation of Consolidation Centres whose innovative solutions improve airport sustainability, security, safety, and efficiency. Recently, BSL became the first organisation in Europe to achieve ACI Bronze-level certification in the Airport Partner Carbon Recognition Program (APCR). Previously, David spent 20 years at FedEx leading executive education and facilitating world-wide partnerships. He holds advanced degrees in international business and is a certified master coach.

Emanuele Calà has been Senior Vice President Transformation & Technology at Aeroporti di Roma since August 2024. He joined the Atlantia Group, now Mundys, in 2004, holding positions of increasing responsibility across Autostrade per l’Italia and Aeroporti di Roma in business controlling, programme management, quality and innovation. Having led ADR’s Innovation and Quality functions from 2020, he now oversees the company’s broader quality, transformation and technology agenda. He holds a degree in Business Administration from LUISS Guido Carli University in Rome.

Eun-Jeong Seo, leads a comprehensive AI transformation at Incheon International Airport Corporation (IIAC). She combines over 26 years of business acumen with deep operational expertise to drive airport innovation. Since joining IIAC in 1999, she has modernized operations through smart ecosystems and automation. Currently, she spearheads AI-driven initiatives and breakthrough strategies to set new global benchmarks for operational efficiency and passenger experience.

Faten Staitieh is the Commercial Lead at Oreyeon, an airside intelligence company helping airports keep runways safe and operational. She leads Oreyeon’s commercial strategy and partnerships with airports and airlines worldwide, bringing the company’s Runway Surface Monitoring System (RSMS) to market. RSMS uses AI to detect foreign object debris (FOD) and pavement damage, turning runway inspection data into actionable insights for airport operators. Faten holds an MBA and has over five years of experience in business development and aviation technology.

Florian Eggenschwiler is Chief Product Officer at Xovis, leading innovation to improve people flow globally. Previously, he directed Xovis’ Airport Division and headed Swissport’s corporate innovation unit, integrating emerging technologies into aviation operations. He also managed operations at Changi Airport, Singapore, and began his career in corporate development, focusing on M&A in the aviation sector. Florian holds a Master’s degree in Business Innovation from the University of St. Gallen and has extensive global expertise.

George Fanthome is the Chief Technical Officer at Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL), leading ICT, Digital, Innovation, E&M, and large capital expansion programmes. His strategic focus is on “phygital” infrastructure, operationalising Total Airport Management (TAM) through Digital Twins and GenAI to drive efficiency and sustainability. He has led BLR Airport to global recognition and excellence in digital transformation. He also serves on the SITA Council and Cisco Customer Advisory Board.