ATSG Announces Three New Leaders

• Mike Hough Named Group President Airlines & Services
• Tim Schulze Named Chief Risk & Corporate Development Officer
• Doug Belding Named Vice President, Enterprise Performance and Operating Systems

WILMINGTON, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Air Transport Services Group, Inc. (ATSG) today announced that Mike Hough has joined the company as Group President Airlines & Services, Tim Schulze has joined the company as Chief Risk & Corporate Development Officer, and Doug Belding has joined as Vice President, Enterprise Performance and Operating Systems, further strengthening ATSG’s executive leadership team.

“We are extremely pleased to have leaders of the caliber of Mike, Tim, and Doug joining ATSG,” said ATSG President and CEO Greg Mays. “Mike’s proven track record in driving operational discipline, delivering financial performance, and building commercial enterprises; Tim’s depth of experience and keen strategic perspective; and Doug’s expertise in transformation and operational excellence are exactly what ATSG needs as we continue to execute our long-term growth strategy.”

As Group President Airlines & Services, Hough will oversee ATSG’s airline operating companies and aviation services businesses as a single integrated operating group with overall accountability for all aspects of their collective performance including profitable growth. This new position will enhance operational excellence, strengthen financial accountability, and leverage the full potential of these critical business units, which form the operational backbone of ATSG. Hough joins ATSG from GAT Airline Ground Support where he served as CEO, leading the business through a period of aggressive growth from 2018 to 2026. He brings more than 25 years of leadership experience building, scaling, and transforming complex organizations in highly regulated industries. He has additionally held executive positions at ResCare and Air Serv Corporation and earlier in his career held leadership roles at Northwest, ATA, Skyway, and United Express airlines.

“I am thrilled to join ATSG – a dynamic, evolving organization – where I can help unlock the potential of these strong business units to drive even greater value and growth,” Hough said.

As Chief Risk & Corporate Development Officer, Schulze will spearhead ATSG's efforts to evaluate and build new business opportunities across the enterprise while driving enterprise risk management, capital allocation discipline, insurance and risk financing optimization, M&A and strategic development support, and governance and enterprise standards. Schulze, who has been serving as an external advisor to ATSG since January, is a seasoned executive with 25 years of experience at the intersection of enterprise risk, corporate strategy, business development, investment management, and insurance. He has a proven track record of helping organizations translate complex business problems into actionable frameworks and solve mission-critical issues. He most recently served as Chief Financial Officer for BidWizer, and before that spent 17 years in a variety of roles at Barings LLC, including serving as the company’s Chief Risk Officer and Head of Risk Management.

“I'm excited to officially join ATSG as the company enters its next chapter,” said Schulze. “Having spent several months as an advisor, I have seen firsthand the strength of the company’s leadership and depth of talent across the organization. I look forward to continuing to partner with this team to unlock the opportunities ahead.”

As Vice President, Enterprise Performance and Operating Systems, Belding will lead ATSG’s value creation efforts and transformation initiatives. He will drive improvements in enterprise systems, processes, and management disciplines that enable operating leaders to manage performance with greater clarity, consistency, and accountability. Belding joins ATSG from FedEx, where he held leadership roles focused on business transformation and operational excellence over the past 11 years.

“ATSG has a strong foundation and a bright future ahead,” Belding said. “I look forward to partnering with teams across the enterprise to support continued growth and long-term success.”

About Air Transport Services Group

Air Transport Services Group (ATSG) is a leading provider of aircraft leasing, air transportation, and aviation support solutions. As an integrated aviation enterprise, ATSG combines leasing, cargo and passenger airline operations, aircraft maintenance, and support services to deliver flexible, end-to-end solutions for customers worldwide. ATSG supports a diverse fleet that includes Boeing 767, Airbus A321, and Airbus A330 freighter aircraft, as well as Boeing 777 and 767 passenger aircraft supporting global ACMI and charter operations. ATSG subsidiaries include ABX Air, Inc.; Airborne Maintenance & Engineering Services, Inc.; Air Transport International, Inc.; Cargo Aircraft Management, Inc.; and Omni Air International, LLC. Learn more at atsginc.com.