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Neil Chernoff

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Chief Planning and Strategy Officer at British Airways
📍 United Kingdom

Neil Chernoff is the Chief Planning and Strategy Officer at British Airways, where he leverages extensive experience from various roles within the IAG Group since 2012. He holds an MBA from Kellogg and a BSE from The Wharton School. Colleagues describe him as bright, responsible, and committed, highlighting his expertise in network planning and strategic alliances.

Neil considers airline network planning his dream job, having transitioned into the industry after starting his career in investment banking and private equity.

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Experience
19 Years
Current Role
Chief Planning and Strategy Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
United Kingdom
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Priorities

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Airline Network Strategy
He frequently discusses optimizing BA's network, the strategic importance of a potential third runway at Heathrow, and expanding the airline's global route map.
Strategic Alliances
His role involves leading the airline's joint business agreements and partnerships, including major alliances with American Airlines and Qatar Airways to extend global reach.
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Career

Work history

4-2019
Chief Planning and Strategy Officer
British Airways
7-2014 - 4-2019
Senior Vice President, Network Planning and Alliances
Iberia Airlines
8-2013 - 6-2014
Vice President, Network Planning and Scheduling
Iberia Airlines
3-2012 - 8-2013
Senior Manager, Group Strategy and Development
International Airlines Group (IAG)
7-2008 - 3-2012
Director, Strategy and Operations
AAR Corp
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Education
2001 - 2003
MBA
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management
1991 - 1995
BSE
The Wharton School
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