Daniel Ho, MBA
About Daniel Ho, MBA
Daniel Ho, MBA, serves as the Head of Airframe Technical Operations at Amazon Logistics, where he oversees technical operations programs for Amazon Air. With a background in military and commercial aviation, he has transformed operations into profitable businesses and has extensive experience in safety management and organizational culture.
Current Role at Amazon Logistics
Daniel Ho serves as the Head of Airframe Technical Operations at Amazon Logistics, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he has strategic and operational responsibilities over a growing fleet of 767s and 737s freighters at Amazon Air. He oversees various technical operations programs that align with Amazon Air's vision of becoming the most customer-obsessed air logistics network. His leadership focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring the safety and reliability of airframe operations.
Previous Experience in Aviation
Prior to his current role, Daniel Ho accumulated extensive experience in the aviation sector. He worked at Alaska Airlines as a Senior Maintenance Ops Manager from 1991 to 2005, where he managed line and heavy maintenance operations. He also served as Vice President of Technical Operations at Ameriflight, LLC from 2014 to 2018. His tenure at Hawker Beechcraft Services as Senior General Manager from 2008 to 2012 further solidified his expertise in managing complex aviation operations.
Military Background and Early Career
Daniel Ho began his career in the U.S. Navy, where he worked as a Sikorsky Helicopter technician and maintenance supervisor from 1985 to 1992. His military service included assignments at NAS Alameda, CA, and NAS Norfolk, VA. This experience laid the foundation for his technical skills and operational management capabilities in the aviation industry.
Education and Professional Development
Daniel Ho earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Strategic Management from California State University, East Bay, studying from 2005 to 2007. He also holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Operation & Production Management from California State University-Hayward, completed between 2002 and 2004. His educational background supports his proficiency in managing multi-million dollar P&L accounts and implementing cost-effective strategies.
Achievements in Operational Excellence
Throughout his career, Daniel Ho has been acknowledged for transforming financially weakened operations into profitable businesses. He has demonstrated adeptness in managing Safety Management Systems and leading organizational cultural transformations with a focus on safety. His ability to implement cost-effective strategies has contributed to increased productivity and reduced operational costs across various organizations.