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Director

Derek J. Kerr
Director

Mr. Kerr brings to our Board extensive executive, finance and accounting expertise having previously served several leadership roles at the American Airlines Group, Inc., most recently as Vice Chair and President of American Eagle. In addition, Mr. Kerr previously served as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of American Airlines, which has provided him with substantial knowledge dealing with complex financial and accounting matters associated with a large publicly-traded company, as well as risk management oversight.

Age: 59

Director Since: 2023

Business Experience
American Airlines
•   Vice Chair (2022 - 2023)
•   Chief Financial Officer (2002 - 2022)
•   Various Finance Positions (1991 - 2002)

American Eagle
•   President  (2020 – 2023)

Public Boards
Comerica Bank (2023 – Present)

Private Board and Community Service
Knights Commission of Intercollegiate Athletics (2016 ‑ Present)
Dallas Regional Chamber (2015 – 2023)
Cotton Bowl Board of Directors (2018 – Present)

Education
Bachelor of Science, Aerospace Engineering (University of Michigan)
Master of Business Administration (University of Michigan)