Travis Sullivan

Travis Sullivan is the president for Boeing Southeast Asia, assuming the role in July 2026. He is responsible for advancing Boeing’s operations, strategy, and presence throughout Southeast Asia, supporting the company’s growth in the region. Previously, he served as Vice President and General Manager of Boeing Distribution, where he oversaw commercial aerospace and defense integrated parts and distribution services. S

ullivan also led the Boeing strategy organization, developing strategies to enhance productivity, drive innovation, and facilitate growth. He has held leadership roles within Boeing Defense, Space & Security, Boeing Commercial Airplanes, and contributed to international business development and policy analysis. In addition to his corporate achievements, Sullivan has served in public policy roles, including Director of Policy and Strategic Planning at the U.S. Department of Commerce and Senior Policy Advisor to U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell.

He holds Bachelor’s degrees from the University of Washington, a Master’s in International Affairs from George Washington University, and a Ph.D. in International Relations Theory from Johns Hopkins University. Sullivan is a fellow in several international leadership programs and serves on advisory boards for the Henry M. Jackson School of International Studies, the National Bureau of Asian Research, Youth Guidance, and Palmer Trinity School.

In 2012, he received the University of Washington “Timeless Award” recognizing distinguished alumni.

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