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Thomas Gentile

President and Chief Executive Officer

Wichita, Kansas Metropolitan Area · 1 connection

Hexcel Corporation

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About

Proven, results oriented, global CEO with an exceptional record growing and transforming global technology focused businesses in Healthcare, Aviation, and Financial Services. Consistent ability to identify and execute on differentiating competitive advantages across geographies to drive growth. Distinctive background with 8+ years living overseas, Harvard College degree in Economics (Magna Cum Laude), MBA from Harvard Business School, Six Sigma Master Black Belt, and Associate Principal (Senior Engagement Manager) at McKinsey & Company. Was one of ~20 Senior Vice Presidents at GE and a member of the Corporate Executive Council (CEC) chaired by GE CEO Jeff Immelt. Handpicked to lead major turnarounds, improve operating performance, and drive growth in global businesses in diverse industries. Board background includes Spirit AeroSystems as well as serving as the Chairman for Care Innovations, a home-health joint venture between GE and Intel; prior Chairman and current Director of InSightec, a global leader of MR guided focused ultrasound based in Israel; GE Capital Board of Directors; and Director of Synchrony Financial, a $55 billion publically traded financial services company. Exp

Experience

President and Chief Executive OfficerHexcel Corporation
May 2024
Executive Advisor to the Dean of the Barton School of BusinessWichita State University
Jan 2024 to May 2024
President and Chief Executive OfficerSpirit AeroSystems
Jan 2016 to Dec 2023
President and COOGE Capital
Jun 2014 to Mar 2016
Chief Marketing OfficerGE Capital
Sep 2006 to Dec 2007
Senior Vice President Six SigmaGE Capital
Dec 1997 to Jan 2000
President & Chief Executive Officer - GE Healthcare SystemsGE HealthCare
Jan 2011 to Jan 2014
President and Chief Executive Officer - GE Aviation ServicesGE Aerospace
Jan 2008 to Jan 2011
President & Chief Executive Officer - GE Money Australia & New Zealand (ANZ)GE Basic company page — company details not listed yet
Jan 2002 to Jan 2006
Vice President, Strategic PlanningCBS
Jan 1996 to Jan 1997
Associate Principal (Senior Engagement Manager)McKinsey & Company
Jul 1990 to Dec 1995
Trade Analyst, Motor TradingGeneral Motors
Jan 1986 to Jan 1988

Education

Harvard Business School
Master of Business Administration - MBA
Harvard University
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Economics
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
Studied International Relations in the General Course Program, International Relations