Thoughts on the United and Continental merger – as quoted in the press
Last weekend, as United and Continental announced their plans to merge, I was answering a flurry of emails from journalists on quotable quotes about the merger. Some of them made it to leading newspapers like USA Today and FinanceAsia. Thanks to Dan Reed and Ed Russell respectively for the quote. Though, too often, quotes in …. continue reading →
The Perfect Wedding? Will United Airlines and US Airways pull up their socks when Continental joins Star Alliance?
Note: This is a guest article by Darren Dunn I love Fall weddings! The bustle of summer is gone and the holidays are still a distant thought. You can relax and enjoy the ceremony letting your thoughts turn to the blissful life ahead for the new couple. Even bridesmaid dresses look good against mesh of …. continue reading →





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