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José Freig

Evaluator · DISC type sdc
Vice President International Operations at American Airlines
📍 United States

José Freig is the Vice President of International and Inflight Dining Operations at American Airlines. His career spans extensive leadership in global operations, commercial strategy for Latin America, and corporate security. He holds a bachelors degree from the University of Miami and a Juris Doctor from Florida International University College of Law.

Outside of his airline career, José is deeply committed to humanitarian causes. He serves on the board of directors for Hostage US, a nonprofit organization that supports the families of Americans taken hostage or wrongfully detained abroad, and actively encourages support for their mission.

Unique fact: Before overseeing international operations, he served as American Airlines Chief Security Officer, leading the airlines global security efforts.

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Experience
16 Years
Current Role
Vice President International Operations
Job Level
Senior
Location
United States
Personality Overview

How José shows up

Quality Focused
Thorough Evaluator
Fast But Analytical

They focus on the results, but can still be quite procedural and analytical about how to get there They are not very likely to become strong advocates of your product or service They have a unique set of diverse traits where they are decisive and methodical but can sometimes be extra cautious and skeptical

Priorities

Topics José cares about

International Airline Operations
He oversees American Airlines' extensive international flight operations and has been instrumental in the airline's global expansion, including its largest international schedule to date.
Hostage Advocacy
He is a passionate advocate and board member for Hostage US, an organization that provides critical support to the families of hostages.
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Career

Work history

10-2023
Vice President International Operations
American Airlines
10-2022 - 10-2023
Vice President of Operations and Commercial for Mexico, the Caribbean and Latin America (MCLA)
American Airlines
Managing Director - Corporate Security
American Airlines
11-2018 - 4-2021
MD, Latin America
American Airlines
7-2008 - 4-2021
Chief Security Officer
American Airlines
In the press

Media appearances

Tell Me Why: 'We opened some amazing new routes' — José Freig. Featured in American Airlines News
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Aviation Leader Interview, American Airlines VP International Operations José Freig. Featured in Centre for Aviation
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Education

José has no verified education history

Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Steadiness (S)

Steadiness (S) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to focus on cooperation, support and taking everyone along. Those scoring high tend to be consistent and calm.

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