William K. Ris

Director/Board Member at

Airport Research & Development Foundation

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William K.
Ris is currently the Chairman at Green Door, Inc., and also holds positions as Director at the American Association of People With Disabilities, Advanced Navigation & Positioning Corp., and the Airport Research & Development Foundation.
He previously served as Senior Vice President-Government Affairs at American Airlines, Inc. from 1996 onwards.
Prior to his current and former positions, Dr. Ris worked as Director at Woolly Mammoth Theatre Co., Senior VP-Government & Regulatory Affairs at AMR Corp., Counsel at the US Senate Committee on Commerce, Science & Transportation, Executive Vice President at The Wexler Group LLC, and Member-Governors Board at Ford's Theatre Society.
He also held the position of Senior Vice President-Government Affairs at American Airlines Group, Inc. Dr. Ris completed his undergraduate degree at Northwestern University in 1969, followed by a graduate degree from Georgetown University Law Center in 1978.
He also obtained a doctorate degree from Sturm College of Law in 1974 and a graduate degree from Paul H.
Nitze School of Advanced International Studies (IT) in 1971.

William K. Ris active positions

Companies	Position	Start
American Airlines, Inc. American Airlines, Inc. AirlinesTransportation Provides scheduled passenger airline transportation services	General Counsel	1996-06-30
Advanced Navigation & Positioning Corp. Advanced Navigation & Positioning Corp. Aerospace & DefenseElectronic Technology Manufactures transponder-based precision approach and surveillance aids for civilian and military applications	Director/Board Member	-
Airport Research & Development Foundation Airport Research & Development Foundation The Airport Research & Development Foundation, also known as the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE), is the largest professional organization for airport employees. The company provides resources and support for airport professionals, including professional development, networking, training, and comprehensive airport solutions. AAAE members hold key roles in the airport industry, from the C-Suite to the terminal and airfield. The organization offers scholarships to support Accredited airport executives and their families, as well as future leaders in the profession. AAAE also provides opportunities for members to engage with trade and general media reporters and serve on committees to advocate for the airport sector. The company is based in Alexandria, VA.	Director/Board Member	2009-08-25
Green Door, Inc. Green Door, Inc. Medical/Nursing ServicesHealth Services Operates psychiatric centers	Director/Board Member	2009-08-25
American Association of People With Disabilities American Association of People With Disabilities American Association of People With Disabilities is based in Washington, DC. The company is involved in the latest ranking of Amazon gift voucher purchase sites. The latest information is updated once a week. Word-of-mouth is used to decide a good store, and it is ranked. Management site name is Amazon gift certificate purchase site comparison media "ama mama" with management and contact information currently private due to spam. The company was founded by John D. Kemp. Natalie Grace Wolfsen has been the CEO of the company since 2023.	Director/Board Member	-

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Former positions of William K. Ris

Companies	Position	End
US Senate Committee on Commerce, Science & Transportation US Senate Committee on Commerce, Science & Transportation General GovernmentGovernment A government committee	General Counsel	-
AMR Corp. AMR Corp. AirlinesTransportation Provides scheduled passenger, freight and mail services	General Counsel	-
Woolly Mammoth Theatre Co. Woolly Mammoth Theatre Co. Media ConglomeratesConsumer Services Operates as a performing arts theatre company	Director/Board Member	-
AMERICAN AIRLINES GROUP INC.	General Counsel	-
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American Airlines, Inc. American Airlines, Inc. AirlinesTransportation Provides scheduled passenger airline transportation services	Transportation
AMR Corp. AMR Corp. AirlinesTransportation Provides scheduled passenger, freight and mail services	Transportation
Northwestern University Northwestern University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University	Consumer Services
American Association of People With Disabilities American Association of People With Disabilities American Association of People With Disabilities is based in Washington, DC. The company is involved in the latest ranking of Amazon gift voucher purchase sites. The latest information is updated once a week. Word-of-mouth is used to decide a good store, and it is ranked. Management site name is Amazon gift certificate purchase site comparison media "ama mama" with management and contact information currently private due to spam. The company was founded by John D. Kemp. Natalie Grace Wolfsen has been the CEO of the company since 2023.
US Senate Committee on Commerce, Science & Transportation US Senate Committee on Commerce, Science & Transportation General GovernmentGovernment A government committee	Government
Advanced Navigation & Positioning Corp. Advanced Navigation & Positioning Corp. Aerospace & DefenseElectronic Technology Manufactures transponder-based precision approach and surveillance aids for civilian and military applications	Electronic Technology
The Wexler Group LLC
Airport Research & Development Foundation Airport Research & Development Foundation The Airport Research & Development Foundation, also known as the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE), is the largest professional organization for airport employees. The company provides resources and support for airport professionals, including professional development, networking, training, and comprehensive airport solutions. AAAE members hold key roles in the airport industry, from the C-Suite to the terminal and airfield. The organization offers scholarships to support Accredited airport executives and their families, as well as future leaders in the profession. AAAE also provides opportunities for members to engage with trade and general media reporters and serve on committees to advocate for the airport sector. The company is based in Alexandria, VA.
Green Door, Inc. Green Door, Inc. Medical/Nursing ServicesHealth Services Operates psychiatric centers	Health Services
Ford's Theatre Society Ford's Theatre Society Media ConglomeratesConsumer Services Operates theatre which offers museum exhibits	Consumer Services
Woolly Mammoth Theatre Co. Woolly Mammoth Theatre Co. Media ConglomeratesConsumer Services Operates as a performing arts theatre company	Consumer Services
American Airlines Group, Inc. American Airlines Group, Inc. AirlinesTransportation Provides air transportation services for passengers and cargo	Transportation
Georgetown University Law Center Georgetown University Law Center Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University	Consumer Services
Sturm College of Law Sturm College of Law Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University	Consumer Services
Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies (IT) Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies (IT) Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University	Consumer Services