WestJet Has a New CEO

By: - February 16th, 2022
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Canadian leisure carrier WestJet has a new chief executive officer. 

Alexis von Hoensbroech has officially taken over the role at the company, which has a broad Caribbean network. 

“It is my pleasure to officially welcome Alexis to the WestJet Group at this pivotal time for the business,” said Chris Burley, Chairman of WestJet’s board of directors. “With extensive experience in aviation and in leading a global airline through the pandemic, we are confident that under Alexis’ leadership his vision will accelerate the WestJet Group’s recovery.”

Interim CEO Harry Taylor had served in the role for the last three months. 

He is returning to his permanent role as WestJet’s executive vice president and chief financial officer. 

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