Russell Stokes
President and CEO, Commercial Engines and Services, GE Aerospace
Independent Director since: 2020
Board Committees
- Compensation and Human Capital
- Nominating and Corporate Governance
Select Skills and Experiences
- Technology / Technology Strategy: In his current role as President and CEO of the Commercial Engines and Services division at GE Aerospace, Russell leads that company's strategy on technology, solutions and services across the energy value chain, from the point of generation to consumption. Throughout his time at GE, Russell has gained valuable experience working on engineering and integration of innovative sustainable energy solutions, which contributes valuable insights to the board oversight of our fleet electrification and energy transition strategy.
- Operational: During his time at GE, Russell has overseen operations as President and CEO of five GE businesses, including Aviation Services, Power, Energy Connections and Transportation. Across his 25-year career at GE, he has experience leading through market cycles and navigating multiple industries and business segments.
- Sales / Marketing: Russell gained valuable experience in sales and marketing through various roles at GE. This includes serving as President and CEO of GE Aviation Services, where he was responsible for commercial growth, operating performance and customer experience across its global Overhaul and Repair footprint.
Professional Highlights
GE Aerospace, a global aerospace propulsion, services, and systems leader
- President and CEO, Commercial Engines and Services (Since 2022)
General Electric Company, a multinational conglomerate with aerospace, energy, healthcare, and finance divisions
- President and CEO, GE Aviation Services (2020-2022)
- President and CEO, GE Power Portfolio (2019-2020), GE Power (2017-2019), GE Energy Connections (2015-2017), GE Transportation (2013-2015)
- Additional management roles of increasing responsibility at GE Transportation and GE Aviation (1997-2013)
Other Notable Affiliations
- Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce Executive Committee
- Atlanta Committee for Progress