DFW Market Connect
13 May 2026 | 400 East Las Colinas Blvd. Irving, Texas
Let’s talk about what’s really happening in aviation—right here in DFW.
Join industry peers and Cirium experts for a practical, inside look at the aviation landscape across the Americas. As fleets grow, networks shift, and operational demands intensify, the region is undergoing rapid change—and understanding these dynamics is more critical than ever.
We’ll take you beyond the headlines with exclusive insights on the trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the market. Whether you’re optimizing fleet planning, strengthening day‑of‑operations, or pushing for smarter, greener performance, this session gives you the perspective you need to navigate what’s next.
Volatility Is the New Normal: How Aviation Leaders Are Rethinking Decisions in the Americas
A candid discussion on disruption, decision-making and how aviation leaders are adapting planning, operations and strategy in an increasingly unpredictable market.
Panelist
George Dimitroff
Head of Valuations
Cirium Ascend Consultancy
Naveen Bandla
Vice President, Aviation Strategy & Enterprise Analytics Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
John Palomino
Senior Vice President, Core Systems & Enterprise Development BCD Travel
Agenda
9:00 am – 9:30 am Breakfast & Welcome
9:30 am – 10:15 am Industry Overview
10:15 am – 10:45 am North America Regional Insights
10:45 am – 11:00 am BREAK
11:00 am – 12:00 pm Panel Discussion
12:00 pm – 12:15 pm Raffle Drawing
12:15 pm – 12:45 pm Cirium Overview & Innovation
12:45 pm – 1:00 pm Closing
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Lunch & Networking
Meet the team
Kim Gesch
VP of Product
Diio
Will Livsey
Senior Product Manager
Brandon Rice
Head of Sales, Americas