About Us
Michelle D. Schwartz | Founder & Principal
Michelle D. Schwartz brings decades of experience in government and industry on both coasts to craft comprehensive strategies for companies and organizations, with an emphasis on aviation and innovation.
As Chief of Staff at the Federal Aviation Administration, Chief Corporate Strategy & Affairs Officer at Los Angeles World Airports, and Chief External Affairs Officer for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic & Paralympic Games, Schwartz has been at the center of some of the biggest issues in aviation and transportation in recent years, including:
- Integration of drones, commercial space transportation, and other new entrants into the National Airspace System;
- Multi-billion dollar public-private partnerships to transform airports; and
- Planning transportation for millions of people for major events like the Olympic & Paralympic Games and the Super Bowl.
She has served all three branches of the federal government – in addition to her work at the FAA and the U.S. Department of Transportation, she was Deputy Chief of Staff to a U.S. Senator and law clerk to a federal judge. Her private sector roles have included tenures at Charter Communications and Williams & Connolly LLP.
Schwartz received her J.D. from Yale Law School and her bachelor’s degree from Duke University, where she is a member of the Annual Fund Advisory Board. She is a world traveler, avid surfer, and self-described aviation geek.
Our Services
Airport Strategic Planning
Leadership transitions, advanced air mobility integration, innovative partnerships, industry growth, and capital projects all create challenges and opportunities for airport management. We help airports navigate these dynamics by developing change, stakeholder, and crisis management strategies; crafting public policy solutions and associated internal and external messaging; and designing medium- and long-term strategic plans.
Business Strategy Consulting
Whether you are a startup, an established company entering the aviation space for the first time, or an industry leader seeking a fresh take, we help identify and pressure-test growth and partnership opportunities. At the same time, we develop strategies for finding win-win solutions with government entities, airports, communities, and other key stakeholders.
Policy Guidance
The aviation policy landscape is evolving constantly to address safety, emerging technologies, and government and community priorities. We monitor, analyze, and guide clients in developing plans to adapt to and drive legislative and regulatory developments at the international, federal, state, and local levels.
International Relations and Global Events
With major global sporting events on the horizon, we assist airports, companies, and other aviation-related stakeholders in preparing for and capitalizing on these opportunities. Our expertise includes strategies for consular relations and engagement with international bodies.
Coalition Building
Aviation is a team sport and assembling the right group of partners and allies can be the key to success. We help build and sustain coalitions centered around shared advocacy priorities, ensuring ongoing engagement and alignment.