Con Korfiatis is the Chief Executive Officer of flyadeal, the Middle East’s newest airline based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, which commenced operations in 2017.

Korfiatis was previously a partner with Heidrick & Struggles, specializing in the company’s industrial practice focusing on airlines, aviation, defence & aerospace sectors in Asia.

An airline and aviation executive with over 20 years of experience gained in a number of senior roles in different airlines, Korfiatis’ expertise encompasses executive management, finance, strategy, commercial, brand and marketing, network, government affairs, alliances and airline operations.

Korfiatis has a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and Finance from Australia’s Monash University and is a qualified Chartered Accountant.