Boeing has announced that Robert K. "Kelly" Ortberg will assume the position of CEO effective August 8, 2024. Ortberg succeeds Dave Calhoun, who has served as CEO since January 2020 and as a member of the Board of Directors since 2009.
Boeing thanked Calhoun for his leadership during challenging times. Ortberg, who originally retired in 2021, brings over 30 years of experience in the aerospace and defense industry. He was instrumental in major acquisitions at Rockwell Collins, including the purchase of Airinc and B/E Aerospace.