Draft:Gene Hayman Jr

Gene Carl Hayman Jr. (born July 9, 1965, in Fairfax, Virginia, United States) is an American aerospace executive known for his influential role in airspace modernization. As of 2023, he serves as the president and chief executive officer (CEO) of Stratify Aerospace.

Early Life
Hayman was born in Fairfax, Virginia to Gene Hayman Sr and Carol Hayman. When he was six years old, his family relocated to Herndon, Virginia, a suburb within the Northern Virginia region, where he has resided ever since. In December 1976, his family experienced a significant change when his parents separated. His mother took on the responsibility of gaining employment and raising the two sons alone, which led to the family facing financial challenges and eventually living in housing subsidized under Section 8, a program designed for low-income families.

The financial constraints, exacerbated by his mother's ability to secure on limited full-time employment, compelled Hayman to become independent at the age of 17, when he moved out to start his own journey.

Career
Throughout his career, Hayman has held several prominent positions, including:


 * Director – Global Government Services at Collins Aerospace
 * Vice President/General Manager - Aviation Account Executive at CACI
 * Vice President/General Manager - Federal Civilian Sector at L3 Communications
 * Director - Air Traffic Management Division at Boeing
 * COO & CTO at KENROB

These roles have highlighted his ability to navigate complex aerospace environments and drive significant organizational achievements.

Industry Positions
Hayman's contributions extend beyond his corporate roles, as evidenced by his active participation in several key industry bodies:


 * Member of CANSO’s Complete Air Traffic System (CATS) Global Council for Future Skies
 * Member of the Border Security Technology Consortium (BSTC) Executive Committee
 * Advisory Council member for University of South Florida

His past positions have also included notable appointments, such as:


 * Executive Chair of ATCA’s Blue Skies Executive Committee
 * Blue Ribbon Panel Member for FAA Administrator’s Global Leadership Initiative
 * Advisory Board Member for Olaeris (UAS Manufacture)
 * Chairman of AIA’s Air Transportation System Committee
 * Industry Chair of FAA’s NextGen Net-Centric Operations Working Group
 * Board Member of DHS Senior Advisory Board on Aviation Security

These roles have allowed him to influence the direction of aerospace innovation and policy significantly.

Recognition and Contributions to Airspace Modernization
Hayman has received various recognition for his role and contributions to airspace modernization.


 * Air Traffic Control Association (ATCA) Ambassador Award : This prestigious award is given to those who have significantly contributed to the quality, safety, and efficiency of air traffic control, and who has devoted much time and effort in furthering the goals and objectives of ATCA and the profession. The Ambassador Award is rarely given out and remains as one of the highest honors of ATCA and the aviation community.
 * FAA's Global Leadership Initiative : FAA initiated a new governance framework dubbed the Global Leadership Initiative (GLI), which aimed to shape the Agency's future international engagements.
 * FAA's Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen) : Hayman was the Industry co-Chair of the Network-Enabled Working Group and contributed to the creation and authorship of Sections 4 & 5 of the NextGen Integration Plan.
 * CANSO’s Complete Air Traffic System (CATS) Global Council for Future Skies : key member of the CANSO executive committee that has oversight of the Future Skies development

As a thought leader in the field, Hayman has authored numerous articles and white papers. His voice is a staple at major aviation conferences where he addresses modern challenges and developments in the industry.

Personal Life
Presently, Hayman is engaged to Damaris Toro, who hails from Colombia. Damaris has a background as a model and has participated in several international beauty pageants.

He is a father to four children—Amber, Robert, Natalie, and Anthony. By 2023, he also embraced the role of a grandfather to four grandchildren: Rae Lynn, Sawyer, JJ, and Harley.

Beyond his professional achievements in aviation, Hayman harbors a deep-seated passion for automobiles. His automotive interests are broad, ranging from car shows to amateur racing. A particular aficionado of American muscle cars in the past, he now finds pleasure in the refined comfort and performance of British motorcars..