Speaker Bio
Tim Sommer is an aviation executive with a comprehensiveÌýbackground in procurement, strategy, engineering, futureÌýprograms and customer services within the aerospace industry.
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Tim’s leadership focus is on driving strategic vision andÌýoperationalizing initiatives in transnational teams, to deliverÌýtangible results in terms of cost efficiency, profitability, andÌýperformance enhancement. His track record includes shapingÌýnew business models and partnerships in cabin connectivity &Ìýdigital services.
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In his current role as Head of Airbus Connected AircraftÌýProgramme, he has the mission to leverage connected & digital technologies to enhance
in-flight experience and streamline operations in the aviation sector. With a customer-centricÌýapproach and a strong network of industry partners, Tim and his team are poised to shape theÌýfuture of aviation, making air travel more digital, efficient and interconnected than ever before.
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As a true "global player," Tim brings a wealth of cultural insight and adaptability, having residedÌýin six countries across Europe, Asia, and Africa. This multicultural perspective enriches theirÌýapproach to leadership and fosters collaboration on a global scale, positioning Tim as a dynamic
force in the aviation industry's ever-evolving landscape. Tim Sommer holds a master degree inÌýAerospace engineering from the University of Stuttgart.