Kate Broug, a journalist, pilot and serial entrepreneur, created First Flights and serves as both its Director and Executive Producer. Prior to First Flights, Kate founded the successful e-commerce companies Anna in Bhutan and Cosmo’s Own. During one of her first trips to Bhutan, Kate had the thrill of being a passenger in a small aircraft landing at Paro - generally considered to be one of the most challenging airports in the world. Filled with wonder at the skill, focus, and discipline of the pilot on whose decisions everyone depended, Kate then and there decided to learn to fly. After becoming an instrument-rated pilot, Kate currently is pursuing a Commercial Pilot's License. Kate also has a graduate degree from the London School of Journalism and a background in professional ballet, having danced for Sadler’s Wells in London and Martha Graham in New York. Kate works out of both NYC and Amsterdam.

Fernando Urdapilleta, a filmmaker and social scientist, has a passion for making character-based films and environmental-driven narratives. With a passion for exotic cultures, Fernando has filmed across the world, from the banks of the Ganges to the deep Amazon rainforest. A strong believer in producing change through storytelling, Fernando's latest feature documentary, “Hostil” (2022), made international headlines and helped pressure Argentina’s Congress into protecting over 250,000 hectares of wild peatlands. Fernando has more than five feature films to his credit as a cinematographer and editor and currently is pursuing several social and environmental documentary films. Prior clients include Google, ESPN, Catena Zapata Vineyards, and Mercedes-Benz, among others.

James Ari is an Emmy Award-winning film editor with decades of experience in the industry. As an editor at Vice News, James worked daily with a team of hard-hitting journalists, producers, and directors to create compelling and impactful stories. James has a strong sense of storytelling, pacing, and visual aesthetic. His work spans feature films, TV shows, digital media, and commercials, all reflecting his passion for high-quality and meaningful content.

James McConachie, a distinguished copy and scriptwriter, has worked with the BBC, Comic Relief, and John Lewis, among others. With a proven track record of developing brand-defining content, James has articulated emotion and purpose across multiple channels for targeted audiences. James's credits include award-winning narratives for Adidas, Coca-Cola, Google, and Porsche. From powering Roger Federer’s image to scripting crime-fighting campaigns for Motorola, James’s versatile prose fuels everything from the world’s fastest car to major charitable events. James lives by the mantra, "Helping good happen on screen, on paper, & in stores," underscoring his dedication to creating content that resonates and impels action.