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Diogo Elias assumed the role of CEO of Avianca Cargo, effective May 1. Elias had served as Senior Vice President of Avianca Cargo since 2023. In his new role, Elias will lead the company’s growth strategy,…
Dr. Paton believed that bringing training where it is needed most would help local eye care teams build the skills to save sight in their communities—a principle that still guides our work today. Dr. Paton…
JetBlue has announced the following leadership appointments: Daniel Blake has been named Vice President Airports Experience. He will have day-to-day oversight of airport operations across JetBlue’s 100+ destinations spanning the U.S., Canada, Latin America, Caribbean,…
American Airlines Group announced the appointment of Anthony (Tony) J. Richmond as Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs, and Chief Legal Officer, effective May 5. In this role, Richmond will serve on the airline’s senior leadership…
Skanska, a leading global construction and development firm, today announced several promotions for the firm’s USA Civil operations in the Northeast. “We are proud to be announcing the promotions of these six talented individuals, whose…
JetBlue announced the appointment of Josh Weiss as vice president, technology products, effective March 11. Reporting to Carol Clements, JetBlue’s chief digital and technology officer, Weiss will oversee the airline’s digital product portfolio and explore…
JetBlue announced the appointment of Steve Olson as the airline’s new head of system operations and airports. He will report to Warren Christie, JetBlue’s chief operating officer. Since joining JetBlue in 2022, Olson has served…
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has announced that Sarah K. McKeon will succeed Charles R. Everett Jr. as director of aviation for the Port Authority’s airports effective March 1. McKeon joined…
East/West recently announced the promotion of Tommy Luizzi to Strategic Sourcing Manager. Tom’s promotion reflects his exceptional leadership skills and years of supply chain and program management experience in the defense industry. In his new…
As American Airlines shifts to a longer-term approach of supporting the families and loved ones of those lost on Flight 5342, it has established the Office of Continued Care and Outreach. Jim Carter, who spent…