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EPISODE · Jun 10, 2025 · 30 MIN

Oscar Munoz, Former CEO of United Airlines, starting as an immigrant to turning the airline around!

from Legends N Leaders · host Ben Weiss

Oscar has truly lived the American Dream. As United was experiencing a tough time, Oscar stepped in as CEO in 2015 and through his 5 year tenure he transformed the organization into one of unity! Oscar's principled approach of asking the workers in each area of how the airline can be improved and swiftly taking action, enabled United to become a team, and serve its customers much better.He empowered all around him to take action and be leaders, while making himself approachable for feedback and improvements at the company. Because of the success of the turnaround, Oscar has been on the board of numerous household name companies like Salesforce, Fidelity Investments, and more while being an advocate for exciting startups like Archer. Oscar authored the book Turnaround Time, which holds important lessons on making a comeback, leading with integrity, and how to build a great business. He shares his impressive journey to become one of America's most accomplished CEOs!

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