AAM Institute Appoints New Member to Board of Directors

The Advanced Air Mobility Institute has appointed Lucy Morillo to its Board of Directors, adding experience in governance, social enterprise, and community-driven AAM initiatives By William Mackenzie / 10 Feb 2025
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The Advanced Air Mobility Institute is welcoming Lucy Morillo, Esq. to its Board of Directors, bringing extensive expertise in governance, stakeholder engagement, social enterprise, and public-private partnerships. 

As a leading advocate in Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), Morillo has reportedly been instrumental in advancing solutions in South Florida, pioneering the integration of social enterprise models and community-driven initiatives to support widespread adoption. 

AAM Institute Appoints New Member to Board of Directors

Morillo has served on multiple industry and advisory boards, including Traverse Aero, UrbanLink Air Mobility, and Embraer’s EVE Air Mobility Advisory Board. She was previously a member of the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) AAM Advisory Committee and the City of Miami AAM Committee. 

An attorney, community leader, and entrepreneur, Morillo’s career spans private equity, nonprofit leadership, and executive advisory roles, positioning her as a strategic force in the evolving AAM landscape.

She currently serves as President of The International Women’s Forum (IWF) Florida Chapter and is an executive member of the Latino Corporate Directors Association. Morillo’s appointment is set to strengthen the Institute’s commitment to promoting innovation, accessibility, and public trust in AAM technologies.

Ms. Morillo commented, “I am honored to join the Board of the Advanced Air Mobility Institute at such a pivotal time in the industry’s evolution. AAM will change the way we connect. I am passionate about driving initiatives that create meaningful impact, and I look forward to working with the Institute to advance its mission of increasing public awareness and acceptance while ensuring AAM remains accessible and beneficial to all communities.”

Dan Sloat, Founder and President of the Institute, added, “Lucy’s leadership and expertise will be invaluable in pursuit of our nonprofit mission. Her dedication to community-driven initiatives aligns perfectly with our efforts to shape a more connected and equitable future for society.”

Posted by William Mackenzie Edited by William Mackenzie, Junior Editor and Copywriter practised in digital content creation and writing about defense and marine technology. Connect & Contact

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