Robert Isom is president of American Airlines Group and American Airlines, its principal subsidiary company. In this role, he oversees American’s operations, planning, marketing, sales, alliances and pricing.

Robert previously served as executive vice president and chief operating officer at American after holding those same positions at US Airways. Prior to joining US Airways, he served as chief restructuring officer for GMAC, LLC.and as senior vice president - Ground Operations and Airport Customer Service, vice president -International and vice president- Finance for Northwest Airlines.

Between 1995 and 2000, Robert was with America West Airlines and held executive roles in Revenue Management, Operations and Finance. He started his career at The Procter & Gamble Company.

Robert earned a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Englishfrom the University of Notre Dame, as well as a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Michigan.