Daniel Dunn

About Daniel Dunn

The passenger journey is evolving — but technology alone does not transform operations.I work with airports, airlines, and solution providers to align identity systems, operational processes, and enabling technologies into executable, real-world deployments.My career began in airline ground operations and progressed to Chief Operating Officer of a leading airport technology provider, where I led large-scale deployments across biometric identity verification, automated self-bag drop systems, and common-use passenger processing environments throughout the United States and internationally.I have also held senior leadership roles within the U.S. Transportation Security Administration, directing international aviation security initiatives and leading airline integration strategy for the Secure Flight watchlist matching program.Today, as Founder of Dunn Aviation Solutions, I advise organizations on- Biometric identity strategy and deployment readiness - Self-service transformation and automated bag drop implementation - Common-use passenger processing integration and airline certification - Alignment with transportation security and border protection authorities - Operational change management within live airport environmentsMy work centers on a simple principle: Clarifying purpose before deployment.When identity, operations, and stakeholder alignment are clearly defined, implementation becomes disciplined — not disruptive.I remain actively engaged with airports, airlines, technology providers, and government stakeholders — advising on modernization initiatives while remaining open to leadership opportunities where meaningful transformation is the objective.If your organization is advancing passenger identity, self-service modernization, or operational alignment initiatives, I welcome a conversation.

Experience

1. Founder & Principal

   Dunn Aviation Solutions

   Jan 2026 — Present · MA, US

   Strategic aviation advisory practice focused on passenger identity modernization, self-service transformation, and operational alignment across airports, airlines, and government agencies.o Executive advisory for biometric identity deployment strategieso Self-service and automated bag drop implementation readinesso Common-use passenger processing integration guidanceo Government stakeholder alignment across transportation security and border authoritieso Business development advisory for aviation technology providers expanding in the AmericasFocus: Aligning identity, operations, and strategy before deployment.

Education

• Cedarville University

  Bachelor of Arts Degree

  1974 — 1978

• Calvin University

  Masters of Teaching

  1980 — 1982