Kelly Ortberg started his new role as president and CEO of Boeing on Thursday. [Courtesy: Boeing]
Key Takeaways:
Boeing has selected Robert “Kelly” Ortberg to be its next president and chief executive officer.
According to Boeing, Ortberg will begin in the position on August 8. He replaces Dave Calhoun, who earlier this year announced he was retiring. Calhoun had served as president and CEO since January 2020 and been on the Boeing board of directors since 2009.
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