Alaska Air Group promotes executives to enhance oversight roles

Max Tidwell continues his role as vice president of safety and security, focusing on long-term strategies for safety across all companies in the group.

Vatheuer joined Alaska Airlines in 2007 as an internal auditor before moving into various leadership roles, including positions at Horizon Air. Her educational background includes a master's degree in professional accounting and a bachelor's degree in business administration from the University of Washington.

Allie Wittenberger will lead enterprise-level audit and assurance programs in her new role as vice president of audit programs. Her team is tasked with improving systems related to financial, safety, operational, organizational, and technological controls. Since joining Alaska in 2010 as a senior internal auditor, she has held several leadership positions within the company’s audit program.

Wittenberger's previous role was managing director of corporate affairs and compliance for Alaska Air Group. She holds a bachelor's degree in accounting and finance from Washington State University and is a certified public accountant.

Ben Minicucci, President and CEO of Alaska Air Group, stated: "This is a transformational time for Alaska Air Group...Brooke and Allie are trusted leaders who reflect our Alaska values."