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Sep 12, 07, 10:42 am
NEW YORK, Sept. 12, 2007 -- JetBlue Airways today announced the appointment of Chief Operating Officer Russ Chew to President. With his added responsibilities as President, Mr. Chew will work directly with Chief Executive Officer Dave Barger to execute the Company's vision and strategic plan.
``Since Russ joined our team, we have established the right foundation for continuous improvement,'' said Mr. Barger. ``Russ will help lead our efforts to develop JetBlue's long-term business strategy that values our culture and takes full advantage of our financial opportunities.''
``I am honored to take on this additional responsibility,'' Mr. Chew said. ``JetBlue has incredible talent and vision, and bringing that vision to life for our customers and crewmembers, especially in today's competitive and operational environment, will depend on our ability to set the right course for our future. JetBlue crewmembers have demonstrated their unique ability to tackle challenges, especially when given the right tools and resources, while staying true to our company's values. I am committed to serving our crewmembers so they may continue to serve our customers with signature JetBlue service.''
Mr. Chew joined JetBlue after four years with the Federal Aviation Administration as Chief Operating Officer, following a 17-year career with American Airlines in their Operations and Planning units.
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``Since Russ joined our team, we have established the right foundation for continuous improvement,'' said Mr. Barger. ``Russ will help lead our efforts to develop JetBlue's long-term business strategy that values our culture and takes full advantage of our financial opportunities.''
``I am honored to take on this additional responsibility,'' Mr. Chew said. ``JetBlue has incredible talent and vision, and bringing that vision to life for our customers and crewmembers, especially in today's competitive and operational environment, will depend on our ability to set the right course for our future. JetBlue crewmembers have demonstrated their unique ability to tackle challenges, especially when given the right tools and resources, while staying true to our company's values. I am committed to serving our crewmembers so they may continue to serve our customers with signature JetBlue service.''
Mr. Chew joined JetBlue after four years with the Federal Aviation Administration as Chief Operating Officer, following a 17-year career with American Airlines in their Operations and Planning units.
Click here for PR (http://investor.jetblue.com/phoenix.zhtml?c=131045&p=irol-newsArticle&ID=1050727&highlight=)