Gene Hayman is the president and chief executive officer at Stratify Aerospace. He is driving a vision for the future of aerospace by bringing together leaders in the aerospace industry, the technology industry, and even new entrants in the interest of developing advanced end-to-end solutions for the aerospace sector.

Hayman's direct involvement with global governmental bodies and regulatory agencies has equipped him with a unique global viewpoint, focusing on collaborative efforts to address policies and the operational and technical challenges of aerospace modernization.

Hayman is recognized as a forward-thinking leader in the field of aerospace modernization. He has authored numerous articles and white papers and is a popular speaker at leading conferences. His significant contributions to various global modernization projects have translated his visionary ideas into practical benefits for the aerospace sector.

His contributions to the field are numerous, including his role on the CANSO Complete Air Traffic System (CATS) Global Council for Future Skies, his tenure as Chair of the AIA's Air Transportation System Committee, and his participation on prestigious Blue Ribbon Panels like the FAA's Global Leadership Initiative. Additionally, Mr. Hayman has collaborated with a wide array of aviation organizations on Air Traffic Management (ATM) modernization efforts, including the FAA, Eurocontrol, ICAO, CANSO, NATO, and CAAC/ATMB.