Executive Director - Aerozone Alliance

Hrishue Mahalaha is a passionate leader at the intersection of aerospace innovation and community development, serving as the Executive Director of the Aerozone Alliance. He leads efforts to position Northeast Ohio as a national hub for aviation and space-related industries by aligning public, private, and philanthropic partners around strategic investment and talent development. With a background in economic strategy, Hrishue has helped catalyze infrastructure planning, business attraction, and workforce pipelines across key aerospace corridors. His work bridges high-tech opportunity with local impact—ensuring that innovation fuels inclusive growth for the communities surrounding Cleveland Hopkins Airport and beyond.