ExecutiveVice President & Chief Operating Officer Delta Private Jets
Airlines/Aviation industry

October 2012 – Present (4 months) Erlanger, KY

Directly responsible for daily operations to include safety, finance, sales, maintenance, and flight operations for Delta's private jet operation. Focus on strategy and goals to continue to grow Delta Private Jets into a world class private jet provider and total travel solution.

President Comair
Privately Held; 5001-10,000 employees; Airlines/Aviation industry

September 2010 – October 2012 (2 years 2 months) Erlanger, KY

The position is responsible for overall safety, efficiency, and quality of the airline which has 62 regional jet aircraft and 1,875 employees. Manage corporate policies, procedures, goals, staffing, and financial performance with an annualized budget of over 270 million dollars. This position reports directly to Delta Airlines for strategic planning and corporate direction for Comair.

Leading the organization in developing a strategic planning and management system utilizing a balanced scorecard including major emphasis on process improvement and team based leadership.

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