Guillermo Hoppe

With over 34 years of experience in the aviation industry, I have made a name for myself as an accomplished pilot, entrepreneur, and leader. My unique background includes setting records as the youngest First Officer and Captain in Costa Rica's history, flying the Boeing 737-200, serving as a Flight Instructor, and representing my country on the Council of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).

As a dedicated and versatile leader, I am passionate about guiding and inspiring others to achieve their full potential. With a dynamic, outgoing, and change-oriented style, I thrive in challenging environments and excel at overcoming obstacles.

In addition to my aviation career, I have a diverse entrepreneurial background, having founded and managed businesses in various industries. I am also a certified fitness trainer, coach, mentor, and speaker, committed to helping others discover and define their life purpose and mission.

My adaptability, resilience, and focus on innovation have fueled my career success in various roles and ventures. I am eager to bring my extensive experience and unique skillset to new opportunities in the aviation sector and beyond.

I possess diverse skills, including leadership, change management, prioritization, adaptability, resilience, and innovation. With an MBA in Leadership and Airline and Airport Management and a Certificate in Leading Complex Projects from UC Berkeley, I am well-equipped to excel in any role. Additionally, my fluency in English and Spanish and moderate proficiency in French allow me to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

One of my primary fuels has always been the excitement of exploring new horizons and taking advantage of new opportunities. Like a pilot preparing for takeoff, I'm ready to embark on collaborative journeys leading to impactful outcomes. We're living in a time of unprecedented opportunity for growth and change. As an aviator and entrepreneur, I have been able to thrive on the power of teamwork, recognizing that genuine growth comes from collective effort. By applying the lessons learned, embracing challenges, and leveraging our combined wisdom, we can achieve remarkable results together.

With over 34 years in the industry, I have excelled in various roles, ranging from the youngest First Officer (19) and youngest Captain (23) in Costa Rica's history to a Flight Instructor, Director General of Civil Aviation, and Representative of Costa Rica to the Council of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).

My greatest accomplishment at ICAO was serving as the group coordinator for the Council Aviation Recovery Taskforce (CART), where I played an instrumental role in developing ten fundamental principles for the recovery of the aviation sector during the COVID crisis. In addition to my aviation career, I am an entrepreneur and a certified fitness trainer, coach, mentor, and speaker.

I possess diverse skills, including leadership, change management, prioritization, adaptability, resilience, and innovation. With an MBA in Leadership and Airline and Airport Management and a Certificate in Leading Complex Projects from UC Berkeley, I am well-equipped to excel in any role.