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Team & Board

The People Behind GATE

At the heart of GATE is a dedicated team that connects people, ideas, and opportunities across the global airport industry.

 

Our office team works closely with member companies, airports, and partners worldwide. They organize international exhibitions, initiate delegation trips, facilitate working groups, and create platforms where collaboration turns into concrete projects.

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What defines the team is a deep understanding of the industry, combined with a practical, hands-on approach. They know how airport projects work, how markets differ, and how to bring the right stakeholders together at the right time.

The GATE Alliance team at PTE 2026 - group photo

Our Office Team

Jens Reinhard, Managing Director of GATE Alliance
Jens Reinhard

Managing Director

Kevin Fischer, Head of Innovation at GATE Alliance
Kevin Fischer

Head of Innovation

Miriam Schönrock, Head of Marketing at GATE Alliance
Miriam Schönrock

Head of Marketing

Ellen Schneider, Community Manager at GATE Alliance
Ellen Schneider

Community Manager

Our Board

Kay Bärenfänger, President of GATE Alliance
Kay Bärenfänger

President

Patricia Vasconcelos, Vice President Apron at GATE Alliance
Patricia Vasconcelos

Vice President Apron

Christoph Oftring, Vice President Technology at GATE Alliance
Christoph Oftring

Vice President Technology

Dr. Christoph Ebert, Vice President Sustainability at GATE Alliance
Dr. Christoph Ebert 

Vice President Sustainability

Johannes Sittig, Vice President Terminal at GATE Alliance
Johannes Sittig

Vice President Terminal

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