Michael Kay is the former President and CEO of LSG Sky Chefs, the largest worldwide provider of integrated in-flight airline solutions. LSG Sky Chefs provides catering, procurement and equipment service to 270 airlines in 48 countries, with 362 million airline meals provided annually. He also held roles as President and COO of Portman Hotel Company, President and CEO for Omni International Hotels, Ltd., and Senior VP of Operations for Americana Hotels, Inc.
Michael graduated from Cornell University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Hotel Administration and is currently a member of the Cornell University Council. His other roles include Director for Radiant Systems, Officer and Director of the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta, a board member of United Way of Metropolitan Atlanta, and an advisory board member of Carter, a full service real estate company. Michael has also served as an Executive in Residence for the College of Business Administration at Georgia State University.
Michael serves as Board Chair for The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta. With more than $800 million in assets, The Community Foundation connects donors, nonprofits and community partners to make philanthropy happen.
Michael is married and is the father of four children and grandfather of six. He lives in Atlanta with his wife Ann.