Andreas Funk

After graduation as Dipl.-Ing. Mechanical Engineering, Andreas joined Trepel Airport Equipment in 1984. After a further assignment at Jetway Systems Europe he joined COBUS Industries in 1998 where he presently holds the position of the CCO/Sales Director.After graduation as Dipl.-Ing. Mechanical Engineering, Andreas joined Trepel Airport Equipment in 1984. After a further assignment at Jetway Systems Europe he joined COBUS Industries in 1998 where he presently holds the position of the CCO/Sales Director.

Ben Reeves

CHAIR
Powerstow

Ben began his GSE career in 1993 with Tug Manufacturing. Over the course of the next 14 years, he held progressive roles up to Vice President of Sales and Marketing. From 2007 through 2010, Ben owned and operated a small business in South Carolina outside the GSE industry. In 2011, Ben joined Power Stow Americas, where he currently holds the roles of Executive Vice President of Sales and President. Ben is a graduate of Auburn University.

Yves Crespel

Throughout his career, Yves has worked in business development and operations management across Asia, Africa, and Europe. He has held key managerial roles at companies such as LSG Sky Chefs, Sodexo, Menzies Aviation and WFS. In 2010, Yves joined TLD, a member of Alvest, as Director of Customer Service. He later was appointed as Communication & Talent Director for Alvest Group in 2018. Yves holds an MBA from Cornell University, NY, and ESSEC, France, as well as a BBA from Negocia, France.

Jennifer Matasy

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Aviation Ground Equipment Corp.

Jennifer Matasy has been in the aviation industry for more than 25 years. During this time, she has worked in general aviation marketing an all electric 2-passengaer trainer, for the next generation of pilots. She has experience working for United Airlines in the state-of-the-art training center and continues her career for the love of the industry in GSE. Jennifer has been on the IAEMA Board for 7 years and has held various executive rolls. Jennifer has an undergraduate degree in Aviation Technology from Metropolitain State College of Denver and an MBA from the University of Pheonix and holds a pilot’s license.

Owen McKenna

SECRETARY
Mallaghan

Owen has now been employed by Mallaghan since 2000 direct from University, where he graduated with a degree in Business Studies. Owen has been involved in the field off aviation ground support equipment for over 20 years, Owen has been with Mallaghan Group for the full duration off his aviation career in various departments including customer care, marketing and Global sales. Mallaghan export to over 100 Countries and thus Owen has a very strong knowledge and experience on the Global aviation market, on doing business in various Countries and Continents, therefore he provides good representation on the IAEMA board and knowledge in representing all the IAEMAs members.

Todd Tanner

Todd Tanner has been active in the supply of aviation gate equipment and ground support equipment for more than 35 years. During that time he has held positions for new product development, product management, service support, global sales, marketing, airport planning, and mergers and acquisitions. Todd has undergraduate degrees in Economics and Political Science from Colorado University, Boulder and an MBA from the University of Utah.

Michael Nelson

Michael K. Nelson is the President of Advanced Charging Technologies (ACT), a trailblazer in the eGSE charging sector based in Fountain Valley, California. With nearly 11 years of leadership, Michael has been instrumental in driving the company’s growth and innovation, overseeing the deployment of over 66,000 chargers worldwide. His strategic vision and commitment to excellence have set new standards in sustainability and operational efficiency, making him a key figure in the advancement of energy management and charging solutions across various industries.

Lars BARSØE

Lifelong addiction to sales and sales processes. The past 15 years with Vestergaard Company in a role as Vice President Sales & Marketing. I have also worked as a consultant and even in software with Microsoft. I have lived for long periods in the US and Asia and I am very fond of traveling the world.

I am married with one daughter, who has moved out of the house. The house is actually a houseboat which is moored in the Port of Copenhagen. I play football (the soccer variety) and tennis and I enjoy running.