Council of Fellows

Guillaume Bourdeloux has an extensive career in aerospace and defense, with significant leadership roles in both military and civilian sectors. Currently serving as the Director of the Paris Air Show (Salon International de l'Aéronautique et de l'Espace), he oversees one of the world’s largest aviation and space exhibitions. His prior military experience includes commanding the Space Operations Brigade at the French Space Command, where he managed teams responsible for satellite operations and space surveillance. He also played a pivotal role in shaping military space doctrine and was the director of ASTERX, the only military space exercise in Europe. From 2019 to 2021, Guillaume commanded a major French airbase and defense hub in Tours, where he was responsible for managing over 2,000 personnel. His leadership involved handling airspace surveillance, training fighter pilots, and overseeing a large-scale base transfer project. Earlier in his career, he held various key positions, including leading the media department at the French Ministry of Defense and serving as the deputy head of communications for the French Air Force, where he managed significant public relations campaigns. Guillaume also brings international experience, having served as a liaison officer with the Royal Canadian Air Force, where he facilitated Franco-Canadian defense cooperation and as exchange pilot on the F16 in the Royal Netherlands Air Force. Additionally, his operational background includes commanding a Mirage 2000 fighter squadron and conducting missions in Afghanistan and Libya. He is also an expert in defense and aerospace innovation, having worked with Dassault Aviation on future combat air systems. Fluent in English, Guillaume holds an engineering degree from the French Air Force Academy and a certification in defense management and strategy from the French War College. His experience combines strategic leadership, crisis management, public affairs, and international collaboration.

Gareth joined Farnborough International in 2018 as the business prepared to open its new £34 million exhibition and conference centre and embark on the next phase of its development. Over the past eight years, Gareth has led the continued growth and development of Farnborough International Airshow, helping to strengthen its position as one of the world’s pre-eminent aerospace, defence and space events. Alongside the Airshow, he has driven a broader growth strategy for the company, transforming the business from primarily a biennial Airshow organiser into a year-round events business, content provider, and venue owner. Central to this development has been a focus on customer experience, commercial growth, and ensuring every interaction with Farnborough International reflects the quality and ambition of the brand. Prior to joining Farnborough International, Gareth spent more than six years with Southampton Football Club, first as Chief Financial Officer before being promoted to Chief Executive in 2014. Under Gareth’s leadership, Southampton Football Club saw a significant rise in turnover and considerable football and commercial success. Before that, Gareth worked for Deloitte and KPMG as a Chartered Accountant across numerous and varied industries. In 2015, Gareth was named “Director of the Year for Large Companies” (London and Southeast) by the Institute of Directors. Originally from Yorkshire, Gareth moved south to attend Southampton University. Gareth settled in the South of England and has made his home in the region.

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On April 27, 1989, I parked my F-15 for the last time, bringing my active-duty U.S. Air Force career to a close. Four days later, I reported for work with my father, Jerry Kallman Sr., at his then 27-year-old company, Kallman Associates, as… of all things… a trade show organizer. A month later, my dad asked me a question that would change the course of my life. “You’re not having fun, are you?” I smiled and replied, “Well… it’s not as much fun as flying fighters, but I’m trying.” With that, he suggested, “Why don’t you go to the Paris Air Show? My friend, Steve Barry, handles all the U.S. freight forwarding there, and they can always use someone who knows how to operate a walkie-talkie and push boxes.” Apparently, those were the only talents my father had recognized in me thus far! And that is where it all began. In Paris, I was introduced to Ron Price of Abbotsford, British Columbia, who had a dream of creating North America’s great international aerospace exhibition - Airshow Canada. Ron and I immediately clicked, and before I knew it, I was recruiting American companies to exhibit at an international aerospace trade show - something I have now been doing for 37 years. Over those years, I have worked at more than 100 aerospace and defense exhibitions - and nearly 400 trade shows in total - across 32 countries and the experience has never lost its excitement. Every show still brings a sense of excitement, reward, and of course, exhaustion. Today, however, I measure my career less by the number of exhibitions than by the friendships they’ve created. Of everything I’ve been fortunate enough to accomplish, I believe my two greatest achievements have been the creation of the Endeavour Scholarship and the Air Show League. The Endeavour Scholarship reflects my conviction that our industry has a responsibility to inspire and invest in the next generation. Watching young people from different nations learn together, work together, and form lifelong friendships brings a sense of purpose and satisfaction that even exceeds what Kallman Worldwide is doing for our business partners through our trade show work. The Air Show League is built on the same belief. It recognizes the remarkable men and women whose careers have strengthened our global air show community while ensuring that the friendships, traditions, and spirit of service that define this profession endure for generations to come. After 37 years, I’ve come to realize that airplanes may be what first bring us together, but it is people who keep us coming back. It has been the privilege of my lifetime to be part of this extraordinary international family. Ad Astra.