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Alaska Air Group Announces the Appointment of Mike Sievert to Board of Directors

Alaska Air Group has announced the appointment of Mike Sievert, the telecom executive behind T-Mobile’s disruptive growth and innovation, will to their Board of Directors.


Alaska Air Group's Newest Board Member, Mike Sievert - Courtesy Alaska Air Group
Alaska Air Group's Newest Board Member, Mike Sievert - Courtesy Alaska Air Group

On Wednesday (June 3, 2026), Alaska Air Group announced the appointment of Mike Sievert to the company’s Board of Directors.  Mr. Sievert is the former CEO of T-Mobile, where he currently serves as Vice Chairman of the Board.  During his tenure as CEO, T-Mobile significantly increased their market value, while strengthening its position in the U.S. wireless industry and improving customer loyalty and satisfaction.


In Wednesday’s announcement, Alaska Air Group’s Chairman, Patty Bedient, said,


“Mike is a proven leader who understands how to grow a business, strengthen customer relationships and execute at a global scale.  His experience leading a highly competitive, customer-focused company, combined with his strong connection to Seattle, will make him a valuable addition to our board.”

 

Also commenting on his new role, Alaska Air Group’s newest Board Member, Mike Sievert, said,

 

“I’ve long admired Alaska’s focus on operational performance and doing the right thing for their guests.  I’m looking forward to contributing to the airline’s continued growth and helping strengthen its position as a global airline.”


Mike Sievert led a period of significant value creation at T-Mobile, with the company’s market value increasing from about $60 billion to about $260 billion during his time.  He oversaw sustained growth relative to competitors in the U.S. wireless industry while strengthening customer loyalty and satisfaction.  Sievert joined T-Mobile in 2012 as Chief Marketing Officer, when the company’s market value was less than $10 billion.  Prior to joining T-Mobile in 2012, Sievert held leadership roles at Microsoft, AT&T, E*TRADE, IBM and Procter & Gamble.  He earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

 

 

Source: Alaska Air Group

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