Mihir Thakkar
About Mihir Thakkar
Mihir Thakkar serves as the Senior Vice President of Operations & Planning for Autonomous Vehicles at Transdev, where he has worked since 2019. He has a diverse background in the travel and transportation industry, with significant roles at United Airlines and Gogo, and holds an MBA from Indiana University and a BA in Economics from Oberlin College.
Work at Transdev
Mihir Thakkar has served as the Senior Vice President of Operations & Planning for Autonomous Vehicles at Transdev since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the operations and strategic planning related to autonomous vehicle initiatives. His work focuses on managing growth and operational efficiency within the autonomous vehicle sector, particularly in the Greater Chicago Area.
Previous Experience at Gogo
Before joining Transdev, Mihir Thakkar worked at Gogo from 2015 to 2019. He held the position of Senior Director, Head of Sales Planning for two years, following his role as Regional Director for Airline Accounts & Customer Success. His experience at Gogo involved developing sales strategies and managing customer relationships in the aviation sector.
Career at United Airlines
Mihir Thakkar has an extensive background at United Airlines, where he held multiple roles from 2010 to 2015. His positions included Director of Corporate Strategy/Sustainability, Director of Alliances & Partnerships, and Senior Manager of Alliances and Corporate Development. His tenure at United Airlines contributed to his expertise in corporate strategy and partnerships within the aviation industry.
Education and Expertise
Mihir Thakkar earned a Master of Business Administration in Marketing/Marketing Management from Indiana University - Kelley School of Business. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Oberlin College. His educational background supports his extensive experience in revenue management, pricing strategies, and satellite connectivity for aviation.
Consulting Experience at KPMG
Prior to his roles in the aviation sector, Mihir Thakkar worked at KPMG as a Senior Consultant from 2000 to 2004. His consulting experience provided him with a strong foundation in strategic analysis and post-merger integration, particularly relevant to the commercial aviation sector.