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John Holmes
Chief Executive Officer at
AAR CORP.
Net worth: 64 M $ as of 30/06/2026
Profile
John M.
Holmes is currently Chairman, President & Chief Executive Officer at AAR Corp.
since 2023.
Other current roles include Chairman at Columbia College (Illinois), Independent Director at GATX Corp.
starting in 2024, and Director positions at World Business Chicago, The Commercial Club of Chicago, Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association, The Lincoln Park Zoological Society, Shedd Aquarium Society, Alliance Française de Washington, Ann & Robert H.
Lurie Childrens Hospital Foundation, Primo Center For Women & Children, The Economic Club of Chicago, The Executives Club of Chicago, Aerospace Industries Association, and Illinois Economic Development Corp.
Memberships include Young Presidents' Organization, Inc. and The Wings Club.
Holds President titles at AAR International, Inc., AAR Supply Chain, Inc., and AAR Manufacturing, Inc. Former roles include Member of The Economic Club of Chicago (Illinois).
Education includes an MBA from The University of Chicago and undergraduate studies at the University of Illinois At Urbana–Champaign.
Known holdings in public companies
| Company | Date | Number of shares | Valuation | Valuation date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
AAR CORP. 1.11% | 31/07/2026 | 441,362 ( 1.11% ) | 63 M $ | 30/06/2026 |
GATX CORPORATION 0.01% | 03/08/2026 | 4,464 ( 0.01% ) | 790 976 $ | 30/06/2026 |
John Holmes active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
| AAR CORP. | Chief Executive Officer | 01/06/2018 |
| GATX CORPORATION | Director/Board Member | 26/01/2024 |
World Business Chicago
 World Business Chicago Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Provides economic data and statistical assistance services | Director/Board Member | - |
The Executives Club of Chicago
 The Executives Club of Chicago Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as a premier membership organization and business forum | Director/Board Member | - |
Aerospace Industries Association
 Aerospace Industries Association Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as a trade association representing the US aerospace and defence industry | Director/Board Member | - |
Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association
 Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association Movies/EntertainmentConsumer Services Operates music bands and orchestra | Director/Board Member | - |
AAR Manufacturing, Inc.
 AAR Manufacturing, Inc. Industrial MachineryProducer Manufacturing Manufactures shipping and storage equipment | President | - |
The Economic Club of Chicago
 The Economic Club of Chicago Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as a non-profit organization which dedicating to discuss economic, business and social issues | Director/Board Member | - |
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital Foundation | Director/Board Member | - |
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Former positions of John Holmes
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Training of John Holmes
Experiences
Positions held
Active
Inactive
Listed companies
Private companies
Connections
69
1st degree connections
23
1st degree companies
Male
Female
Members of the board
Executives
Linked companies
| Private companies | 23 |
|---|---|
AAR Corp.
 AAR Corp. Aerospace & DefenseElectronic Technology Provides diverse products and services to commercial aviation and government/defense industries | Electronic Technology |
GATX Corp.
 GATX Corp. RailroadsTransportation Leases and maintains railcars | Transportation |
Columbia College (Illinois)
 Columbia College (Illinois) Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
The University of Chicago
 The University of Chicago Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
World Business Chicago
World Business Chicago Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Provides economic data and statistical assistance services | Commercial Services |
The Commercial Club of Chicago
 The Commercial Club of Chicago Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as a membership organization | Commercial Services |
The Executives Club of Chicago
The Executives Club of Chicago Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as a premier membership organization and business forum | Commercial Services |
Young Presidents' Organization, Inc.
 Young Presidents' Organization, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Provides professional membership services | Commercial Services |
Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association
Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association Movies/EntertainmentConsumer Services Operates music bands and orchestra | Consumer Services |
Aerospace Industries Association
Aerospace Industries Association Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as a trade association representing the US aerospace and defence industry | Commercial Services |
The Economic Club of Chicago (Illinois)
 The Economic Club of Chicago (Illinois) Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Engages in fostering connections among leaders to encourage dialogue on important economic and social issues | Commercial Services |
The Wings Club
 The Wings Club AirlinesTransportation Operates aviation club | Transportation |
The Lincoln Park Zoological Society
 The Lincoln Park Zoological Society Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Owns and operates a zoological park | Consumer Services |
Shedd Aquarium Society
 Shedd Aquarium Society Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Owns and manages botanical and zoological gardens and exhibits | Consumer Services |
Alliance Française de Washington
 Alliance Française de Washington Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Alliance Française de Washington is an organization dedicated to promoting French language and culture. Alliance Française de Washington is based in Washington, DC. Through its programs, Alliance Française de Washington aims to build a vibrant community of Francophiles and support cross-cultural exchange. It offers a variety of language courses, cultural events, and resources to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of French heritage. | Commercial Services |
AAR International, Inc.
 AAR International, Inc. Aerospace & DefenseElectronic Technology Manufactures aircraft parts | Electronic Technology |
AAR Supply Chain, Inc.
 AAR Supply Chain, Inc. Aerospace & DefenseElectronic Technology Manufactures aircrafts engine and parts | Electronic Technology |
AAR Manufacturing, Inc.
AAR Manufacturing, Inc. Industrial MachineryProducer Manufacturing Manufactures shipping and storage equipment | Producer Manufacturing |
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital Foundation | |
Primo Center For Women & Children
 Primo Center For Women & Children Services to the Health IndustryHealth Services Provides housing, healthcare and donation services for communities | Health Services |
University of Illinois At Urbana–Champaign
 University of Illinois At Urbana–Champaign Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Intersect Illinois
 Intersect Illinois Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Offers business development, marketing and research services for charity | Commercial Services |
The Economic Club of Chicago
The Economic Club of Chicago Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as a non-profit organization which dedicating to discuss economic, business and social issues | Commercial Services |
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