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Management Team

Paula Santos

Managing Partner, KILSA Group

Trine Kildevaeld

Managing Partner, KILSA Group

Paula Santos

Managing Partner, KILSA Group

Paula brings over 25 years of unparalleled expertise in the aviation sector, specialising in optimising non-aeronautical revenue streams. With a comprehensive approach spanning market analysis, operational efficiency, commercial strategy, design innovation, and tender management, she has been instrumental in over 50 airport transactions, representing over 200 million passengers worldwide.

 

Her impact extends across diverse regions, from North America and South America to Europe, where she has spearheaded transformative projects, turning airports into experiential destinations. Paula’s collaborative efforts with major hubs and regional airports have enhanced passenger satisfaction and commercial profitability, driving innovation and redefining the airport experience.

Trine Kildevaeld

Managing Partner, KILSA Group

With an excess of 25 years of expertise in airport commercial activities, Trine is internationally acclaimed for her extraordinary skill to optimise assets and execute revenue-enhancing strategies. Her collaboration with well-known architects and designers has made a significant impact on various projects throughout the world, ensuring an unparalleled and customised passenger experiences and innovative terminal solutions.

 

Trine’s global footprint encompasses sell-side and buy-side engagements across various regions including Europe, Australia, Latin America and the Middle East. As the Director of Luxury Boutiques for a leading travel retailer, she has earned priceless frontline experience, strengthening her capability to expertly optimise all commercial operations. Accentuated with a distinctive mixture of legal and business education, Trine develops eminent high-quality global documentation and contracts while concurrently proficiently managing international tenders.