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- 'Blue Sky' Reaches New Altitude: JetBlue and United Begin Offering Sales Across Both AirlinesStarting this week, customers can book Blue Sky itineraries with cash or points and miles directly through JetBlue or United—unlocking broader access and a more seamless booking experience across both airlines. JetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) and United Airlines (NASDAQ:UAL) today announced the roll out of the next major customer benefit from their Blue Sky collaboration: beginning this week, travelers can start to purchase eligible itineraries operated by either airline directly on JetBlue.com, United.com and each airline's mobile app. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260210620738/en/Photo courtesy of JetBlue and United.
- JetBlue Expands Industry-Leading Gateway Programs With New Pathway for Aspiring Aircraft Maintenance TechniciansJetBlue strengthens its talent pipeline in the Northeast with initial partnerships at New York's Vaughn College and Cape Cod Community College in Massachusetts JetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) today announced the expansion of its industry-leading Gateway programs with the launch of Gateway University - Tech Ops, a new pathway designed to create a direct route for aviation maintenance students to join JetBlue as Aircraft Maintenance Technicians (AMTs). The initiative expands career opportunities in one of the airline industry's most vital and in-demand fields. For the first time, JetBlue is offering external candidates a defined path to becoming a JetBlue maintenance technician. While existing Tech
- 'Blue Sky' Takes Flight: JetBlue and United Loyalty Members Can Now Earn and Redeem Across Both AirlinesTrueBlue® members can access United's global network, including United Express®, while MileagePlus® members can earn and redeem miles on flights across JetBlue's network of top leisure destinations.(1) JetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) and United Airlines (NASDAQ:UAL) today launched the first major customer benefit from their Blue Sky collaboration: loyalty members of both airlines can now earn and redeem points or miles across each other's networks. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20251023052407/en/JetBlue and United loyalty members can now earn and redeem points or miles across each other's networks. This milestone delivers
- JetBlue Suits Up with a Fresh New York Jets Livery Inspired by Team UniformsCelebrating more than 15 years of partnership, the ‘J! E! T! B! L! U! E!' aircraft honors the team's 2025 uniforms and hometown pride JetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU), New York's Hometown Airline®, and the New York Jets unveiled a new Jets-branded livery at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) today. Named "J! E! T! B! L! U! E!" and designed with refreshed 2025 season branding, the aircraft showcases the team's latest logos and colors, turning heads at 35,000 feet and on the tarmac. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250916302122/en/Photo courtesy of JetBlue and the New York Jets. "We are so excited to unveil our third
- JetBlue and United Complete DOT Review of Blue Sky CollaborationJetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) and United (NASDAQ:UAL) today announced they have completed the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) review of their Blue Sky collaboration and are able to proceed to implementation. JetBlue and United appreciate Secretary Duffy, Assistant Secretary Edwards, and the entire team at the DOT for their review of Blue Sky. JetBlue and United will share more details in the coming weeks as implementation of the Blue Sky collaboration begins. Blue Sky is a new and unique collaboration designed to give customers of both airlines even more options to find flights that fit their plans as well as new opportunities to earn and use MileagePlus® miles and TrueBlue points acros
- JetBlue Offers 25 Years of TrueBlue Mosaic® Status with '25 for 25' Birthday PromotionTouch down at 25 unique airport destinations to land up to 350,000 bonus TrueBlue® points and 25 years of Mosaic status. JetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) today announced its ‘25 for 25' promotion, continuing the airline's 25th birthday year celebration with a once-in-a-quarter-century opportunity for TrueBlue members to earn massive rewards. From June 25 through December 31, 2025, TrueBlue members can earn up to 350,000 bonus TrueBlue points and even secure 25 years of Mosaic 1 status just by exploring more of JetBlue's expansive network. The more destinations a TrueBlue member visits, the more bonus points they can earn. Here's how the rewards stack up: 15 JetBlue Destinations: Earn 150,000 bonu
- Stephanie Evans Greene Named JetBlue's Senior Vice President, Marketing and BrandJetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) today announced that Stephanie Evans Greene has been appointed senior vice president, marketing and brand. In this role, she will lead the airline's advertising, marketing, product development as well as digital commerce strategy, brand strategy, and customer strategy. She will report to JetBlue's president, Marty St. George, and be part of the company's senior leadership team. Greene brings more than 25 years of marketing and brand leadership experience, having guided growth strategies and high-impact campaigns for major travel, luxury, wellness, and tech brands. She's held senior marketing roles at Carnival Cruise Line, Google, Hearts on Fire, and AirSculpt—and ear
- JetBlue and United Announce Blue Sky: Unique Consumer Collaboration That Links Loyalty ProgramsMileagePlus customers can earn and use miles on JetBlue including hundreds of flights in and out of New York City and Boston while TrueBlue members can earn and use points on United flights including to popular international destinations like Cape Town and Tahiti Benefits of each airline's loyalty program like priority boarding, complimentary access to preferred and extra legroom seats, and same-day standby/switch will be available across both airlines Airlines will also offer flights on one another's website and app to make booking simple and easy JetBlue will provide United access to slots at JFK International Airport for up to seven daily round-trip flights beginning in 2027; JetBlue and
- JetBlue Appoints Vijay Raman Vice President, Sales and Revenue ManagementJetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU), New York's Hometown Airline®, today announced the appointment of Vijay Raman as the airline's new vice president, sales and revenue management. Raman will be responsible for revenue optimization, ancillary strategy, distribution, and corporate sales. He will report to Daniel Shurz, JetBlue's senior vice president of network, revenue, and enterprise planning. Raman brings more than two decades of leadership experience across revenue management, pricing, and strategy roles in the travel and technology sectors. He most recently served as head of pricing at MoneyGram International, where he led online global pricing strategy across 38 send and 200 receive countries. Pri
- JetBlue Names Josh Weiss VP Technology ProductsJetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) today 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 innovative ways to leverage technology to elevate the experience for both customers and crewmembers. "Josh is a passionate leader with a strong track record of technology innovation in travel and hospitality," Clements said. "I'm excited to partner with him to deliver best-in-class experiences for our customers and crewmembers." Weiss most recently served as vice president, guest digital products at IHG Hotels & Reso
- JetBlue Appoints Steve Olson Head of System Operations and AirportsJetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) today 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 as vice president of the system operations center, leading the airline's daily flight execution and driving improvements in reliability and efficiency—a key pillar of JetBlue's JetForward strategy aimed at returning the company to sustained profitability. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250304612888/en/Steve Olson, head of system operations and airports, JetBlue (Photo: B
- Vamo' Arriba: JetBlue Launches Contest to Select New Livery Celebrating Puerto RicoJetBlue partners with Puerto Rican artists to showcase the vibrant culture of ‘La Isla Del Encanto' through a special aircraft livery design Voting is open now through March 1; winning design to be unveiled this summer JetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU), Puerto Rico's largest airline, is turning up the sazón with a brand-new initiative celebrating the island's vibrant culture and heritage. JetBlue is launching a contest to create a stunning new aircraft livery inspired by Puerto Rico, designed in collaboration with three talented Puerto Rican artists. The winning design will proudly take flight on a JetBlue Airbus A320 later this summer, bringing Boricua flair to the skies. This marks JetBlue's seco
- JetBlue Helps Customers Reach Mosaic Status through Contributions to Sustainable Aviation FuelBy contributing to Sustainable Aviation Fuel, customers can help reach their year-end Mosaic goals while supporting an emerging solution for lower emission aviation. From now until Dec. 31, 2024, TrueBlue customers can earn up to 10 tiles toward Mosaic status and TrueBlue perks through Chooose. Today, JetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) announces a new year-end opportunity for TrueBlue and Mosaic customers to earn tiles towards perks and status. From now until December 31, 2024, customers who make qualifying contributions toward sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) through https://jetblue.chooose.today will earn 1 tile for every $100 spent. Customers will also be able to combine these SAF contributions wi
- JetBlue Opens Crew Base in San Juan, Bringing More than 400 Jobs to Puerto Rico by Next YearJetBlue adds even more service and low fares for customers in "La Isla del Encanto" with new flights from San Juan to St. Croix taking off today JetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU), Puerto Rico's largest carrier, today celebrated the opening of its brand-new crew base at San Juan's Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU) – its first outside the continental U.S., bringing hundreds of jobs with it. The celebration and growth continue this afternoon, as JetBlue also marks the start of flights from Puerto Rico's vibrant capital to the stunning island of St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands, further solidifying its investment in the Caribbean. JetBlue's newly opened San Juan crew base is set to bring
- JetBlue Soars to 1.5 Million Hours of Caring for CommunitiesTo celebrate the milestone, JetBlue is donating 3 million TrueBlue® points to charitable partners JetBlue encourages customers, community partners and crewmembers to join in on the good through its TrueBlue points donation platform JetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) proudly announced today that its dedicated crewmembers have logged over 1.5 million volunteer hours since launching its service initiative in 2011, giving back to communities across its network and beyond. To celebrate this milestone and continue its commitment to service this Giving Tuesday, JetBlue is donating 3 million TrueBlue points to its charitable partners. "Since JetBlue's inception, service has been an intrinsic part of our m
- Sean Menke Named to JetBlue's Board of DirectorsJetBlue Airways Corp. (NASDAQ:JBLU) today announced the appointment of Sean Menke to the company's board of directors. The independent director appointment is effective immediately, following unanimous approval by the company's board of directors. On September 12, 2024, the Board appointed Mr. Sean Menke to the Board. Mr. Menke was most recently executive chair at Sabre Corp., a position he held from early 2022 until April 2024. Mr. Menke joined Sabre in 2015 and was promoted in late 2016 to serve as president and CEO and then CEO of Sabre Corp. until April 2023. Before joining Sabre, Mr. Menke spent more than 20 years in the airline industry. He served as chief executive officer at Fronti
- Jamie Perry Named President of JetBlue Travel ProductsJetBlue Airways (NASDAQ:JBLU) today announced the appointment of Jamie Perry as president of the airline's JetBlue Travel Products subsidiary. Perry will lead the growth of the JetBlue Vacations brand and other non-air travel products including Paisly, JetBlue's homegrown travel website that gives travelers access to exclusive savings and points on cars, stays, activities and travel bags. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240801902798/en/Jamie Perry, president, JetBlue Travel Products Perry will be based at JetBlue Travel Products' support center in Dania Beach, Fla., and report to Marty St. George, JetBlue's presid
- JetBlue Announces First Regular Supply of Blended Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) for Commercial Air Travel in New YorkJetBlue signs supply agreement for Blended Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to supply John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to begin as early as fourth quarter 2024 JetBlue invites other New York businesses to help scale the SAF market in the region Today JetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) and World Fuel Services (World Fuel), a World Kinect (NYSE:WKC) company, announced a new commercial agreement to bring the first regular supply of Blended Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), provided by Valero Marketing and Supply Company (Valero), a subsidiary of Valero Energy Corporation (NYSE:VLO), to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) as early as the fourth quarter of 2024. Under the terms of the in
- Eileen McCarthy Named JetBlue's General Counsel and Corporate SecretaryJetBlue Airways Corp. (NASDAQ:JBLU) today announced the appointment of Eileen McCarthy as the company's next general counsel and corporate secretary, effective August 5, 2024. McCarthy will oversee JetBlue's legal, ethics and compliance, ESG and sustainability efforts, as well as manage the corporation's relationship with its board of directors. She will report to Joanna Geraghty, JetBlue's chief executive officer. McCarthy previously served as a member of JetBlue's legal leadership team from 2006-2021 overseeing areas including corporate governance, securities law, and ethics and compliance programs, while also supporting the board of directors. Most recently, she's served as senior vice
- JetBlue Names Tracy Lawlor Chief People OfficerJetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) today announced the appointment of Tracy Lawlor to chief people officer, effective immediately. Lawlor, a veteran of the airline for nearly 23 years, has served as acting chief people officer since March 2024. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240626192868/en/Tracy Lawlor, chief people officer, JetBlue (Photo: Business Wire) Reporting to JetBlue's CEO, Joanna Geraghty, Lawlor will be responsible for engaging JetBlue crewmembers and fostering its unique culture, overseeing teams such as compensation and benefits; diversity, equity and inclusion; crew relations; culture; values and labor relation
- JetBlue Appoints David Marcontell Vice President, Technical OperationsJetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) today announced the appointment of David Marcontell to be the airline's new vice president, technical operations starting June 17. In his new role, Marcontell will lead maintenance, materials, engineering, quality and other operational functions. He will report to Warren Christie, chief operating officer. Marcontell brings nearly four decades of industry experience to JetBlue. He began his career with the U.S. Air Force as a C-130 maintenance and engineering officer before joining Delta Air Lines, where he held various engineering and procurement positions. Marcontell then held engineering and operational roles at ABX Air, Boeing, and North-South Airways, before tr
- Amazon.com Set to Join Dow Jones Industrial Average; Uber to Join Dow Jones Transportation AverageNEW YORK, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- S&P Dow Jones Indices will make the following changes to the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) and Dow Jones Transportation Average (DJTA) effective prior to the open of trading on Monday, February 26: Amazon.com Inc. (NASD:AMZN) will replace Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc. (NASD:WBA) in the Dow Jones Industrial Average. Reflecting the evolving nature of the American economy, this change will increase consumer retail exposure as well as other business areas in the DJIA. The index change was prompted by DJIA constituent Walmart Inc.'s (NYSE:WMT) decision to split its stock 3:1, which will reduce Walmart's index weight due to the price weighted construc
- Marty St. George Named President of JetBlue30-year industry veteran rejoins JetBlue effective February 26, 2024 JetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) today announced the appointment of Marty St. George to be the company's next president, effective February 26, 2024. He will report to Joanna Geraghty, JetBlue's current president and incoming chief executive officer. Since 2020, St. George has served as chief commercial officer at LATAM Airlines Group, Latin America's largest airline holding company, in Santiago, Chile. Prior to joining LATAM, he operated an airline strategy consulting practice, where he served airline and travel industry clients, including a role as interim Chief Commercial Officer at Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA. He previously ser
- JetBlue Names Dawn Southerton, Vice President Controller and Principal Accounting OfficerJetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) today announces the appointment of Dawn Southerton to vice president, controller and principal accounting officer. Southerton will oversee the company's accounting, accounts payable, credit card fraud, payroll and tax teams. She will report to Ursula Hurley, JetBlue's chief financial officer. Southerton comes to JetBlue from PepsiCo, where she held a number of finance leadership roles over the course of nearly two decades at the company. Most recently, Southerton served as vice president and controller, Pepsi Beverages Company. Southerton began her career at the public accounting firm KPMG before holding a number accounting and finance roles with TransCanada Pipeline
- JetBlue Donates 2 Million TrueBlue Points to Make-A-Wish® in Celebration of Giving TuesdayJetBlue Wraps Up Annual JetBlue For Good® Month Inviting Customers to Join in the Good through TrueBlue Point Donations JetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) is continuing its longstanding tradition of service by donating 2 million TrueBlue points to Make-A-Wish in celebration of Giving Tuesday and JetBlue For Good month. As a national airline partner since 2012, JetBlue is proud to continue facilitating more wishes granted for children battling critical illnesses across the country, and invites customers to join in the good through its TrueBlue points donation platform. "I am inspired by the unwavering commitment and passion from our crewmembers and customers who consistently enable us to give back to
- JetBlue Introduces Two New Credit Cards in 5 Caribbean Destinations Offering Cardholders Exclusive Benefits and RewardsThe CIBC FirstCaribbean and Mastercard® Programs Give Cardholders an Opportunity to Earn TrueBlue Points to Travel to More than 100 Destinations in JetBlue's Network JetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) today announced a new partnership with CIBC FirstCaribbean, the leading bank in the Caribbean, and Mastercard, the global technology company in the payments industry, to launch two credit cards for customers in five Caribbean markets where JetBlue operates. The new JetBlue Mastercard and JetBlue Select Mastercard by CIBC FirstCaribbean will provide cardmembers exclusive rewards, benefits, and an opportunity to earn TrueBlue® points that can be used to travel to more than 100 destinations in JetBlue's net
- JetBlue Names Susan Pfingstler, Vice President JetBlue UniversityJetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) today announced the appointment of Susan Pfingstler to vice president, JetBlue University. In this role, Pfingstler will oversee the carrier's award-winning training programs and facilities. She will report to Warren Christie, JetBlue's head of safety, security, fleet operations and JetBlue University. From locations in Orlando, New York and Salt Lake City, JetBlue University offers new hire and recurrent training for JetBlue's airports, customer support (reservations), flight operations, inflight, system operations, and technical operations (maintenance) crewmembers, as well as pilot training services for a variety of other airlines around the world. "The journey
- Shift5 Draws Investors, Raises $33M in Funding to Unlock Onboard Data in Commercial and Military Fleets and Weapon SystemsRosslyn, VA, June 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Shift5, the onboard data company, today announced it has raised $33 million in additional financing, bringing its Series B round to $83 million. Led by Moore Strategic Ventures, industry stalwarts across defense and commercial aerospace industries including Booz Allen Hamilton's corporate venture capital arm, Booz Allen Ventures, and JetBlue Ventures, as well as Teamworthy Ventures, participated in the round, bringing the company's total venture funding to $108 million. The fundraise comes amid significant business momentum; in the last year Shift5 more than doubled its annual recurring revenue (ARR), more than doubled its number of customers
- JetBlue Appoints Michael Erbeck Vice President, SafetyJetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU), New York's Hometown Airline®, today announced the appointment of Michael Erbeck as the carrier's new vice president, safety. He will report to Warren Christie, JetBlue's head of safety, security, fleet operations, airports, and JetBlue University. As vice president, Erbeck will lead JetBlue's safety office, with oversight of the safe operations of the airline's 1,000+ daily flights across a growing network spanning the Americas, U.K., and Europe. He will lead the execution of JetBlue's long-term safety strategy to identify and eliminate or minimize safety risks to company operations, and work to evolve the company's already vibrant Safety Management System (SMS).
- JetBlue Appoints Jill Eshbaugh Vice President, Airports ExperienceJetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU), New York's Hometown Airline®, today announced the appointment of Jill Eshbaugh as the carrier's new vice president, airports experience. Eshbaugh will have day-to-day oversight of airport operations across JetBlue's 100+ destinations spanning the U.S., Canada, Latin America, Caribbean, U.K., and Europe. She will report to Warren Christie, JetBlue's head of safety, security, fleet operations, airports, and JetBlue University. Eshbaugh joins JetBlue following a 25-year career with United Airlines. Until 2019, she served as the carrier's vice president, employee relations and engagement, and previously held leadership roles as managing director for airport operations d
- Shift5 Announces Technology Collaboration with JetBlue, Participation of JetBlue Ventures in Series B Funding RoundRosslyn, VA, April 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Shift5, the onboard data company, today announced its partnership with JetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) to bring cybersecurity and data observability of onboard avionics to commercial aircraft. The company also welcomes JetBlue Ventures as an investor in its Series B round of funding, which was led by Insight Partners with participation from The Boeing Company and AE Industrial Partners' AEI HorizonX. The investment from JetBlue Ventures enables Shift5 to develop new platform capabilities that will improve the efficiency and safety of commercial air travel. "Today, Shift5's products are being deployed to protect U.S. military assets. JetBlue Ventur
- JetBlue Names Keith Anderson, Chief Information Security OfficerJetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) today announced the appointment of Keith Anderson to chief information security officer. Anderson will oversee JetBlue's information security program to ensure the company's data, systems, and other digital assets remain protected. Reporting to Carol Clements, JetBlue's chief digital and technology officer, Anderson will oversee all strategies, policies and procedures designed to minimize information security risk and proactively detect and address new threats that pose risk to JetBlue. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230301005984/en/Keith Anderson, Chief Information Security Officer, JetBlue.
- JetBlue Appoints Gregg Brown as Vice President, Technical OperationsJetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) today announced the appointment of Gregg Brown as the airline's new vice president, technical operations. Brown, who joins JetBlue next month, will oversee the carrier's maintenance, materials, engineering, quality and other operational functions. He will report to Warren Christie, head of safety, security, fleet operations, airports and JetBlue University. Brown brings over three decades of experience, most recently serving as vice president, technical operations at Spirit Airlines, where he leads the airline's maintenance and supply chain functions. Prior to Spirit, Brown worked at MRO Holdings, an aircraft maintenance and modification provider, and helped start it
- JetBlue Names Jeffrey Winter Vice President, Flight OperationsJetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) today announced the appointment of Jeffrey Winter as the airline's new vice president, flight operations. Winter, who has been with JetBlue since 2015, will be responsible for the award-winning airline's flight operations, flight standards and leadership of its growing base of nearly 4,700 professional pilots. He will report to Warren Christie, JetBlue's head of safety, security, fleet operations, airports and JetBlue University. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221013005995/en/Jeffrey Winter, Vice President Flight Operations, JetBlue. (Photo: Business Wire) During his tenure with JetBlue, Wint
- JetBlue Names Kevin Mathison, Vice President Enterprise PlanningJetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) today announced the appointment of Kevin Mathison as the airline's vice president, enterprise planning. In this role, Kevin will support the airline's efforts to deliver an efficient and reliable operation for its customers and crewmembers. Mathison will report to Dave Clark, JetBlue's head of revenue and planning. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220919005614/en/Kevin Mathison (Photo: Business Wire) "Kevin has a deep knowledge of the aviation industry and the strategies needed to successfully run an efficient airline," said Clark. "I look forward to partnering closely with him to ensure our op
- JetBlue Announces System Operations Leadership AppointmentJetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) today announced the appointment of Steve Olson as the airline's new vice president, system operations. He will report to Joanna Geraghty, JetBlue's president and chief operating officer. Olson joins JetBlue from American Airlines where he currently serves as managing director of the carrier's integrated operation center with oversight of nearly 6,000 daily American and American Eagle flights across the globe. He has spent nearly two decades with American – and its predecessors US Airways and America West – leading the carrier's integrated operations center as well as its Phoenix hub. Olson began in commercial aviation as a frontline customer service representative wit
- JetBlue Appoints Nik Mittal to Board of DirectorsJetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) today announced the appointment of Nik Mittal to its board of directors. The independent director appointment is effective immediately, following unanimous approval by the company's board of directors. Mittal is currently president and co-portfolio manager of Molecule Ventures LLC, a New York City-based environmental markets investment firm he co-founded in 2020 focused on carbon assets and carbon markets globally. He is also a partner and lead investor in Plankton Energy LLC, a community solar developer in the Northeast as well as an advisor to CleanPlanet Chemical, a solvent waste management and recycling company. Mittal was previously a firm partner at JANA Partner
- JetBlue Names Jason Lenhart Vice President, TechnologyJetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) today announced the appointment of Jason Lenhart as the airline's new vice president, technology. In this role, Jason will develop the technical strategy across engineering, QA, cloud, and infrastructure. He will report directly to Carol Clements, JetBlue's chief digital and technology officer. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220725005793/en/Jason Lenhart, Vice President, Technology, JetBlue. (Photo: Business Wire) "Technology has the ability to enhance nearly every touchpoint on the travel ribbon," said Clements. "Jason's experience and innovative mindset will be critical to supporting our va
- JetBlue Names Melinda Maher Vice President, Financial Planning & Analysis and Structural CostJetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) today announced the appointment of Melinda Maher as the airline's new vice president, financial planning & analysis and structural cost. She will report to Ursula Hurley, JetBlue's chief financial officer. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220718005802/en/Melinda Maher, Vice President, Financial Planning & Analysis and Structural Cost, JetBlue. Photo courtesy of JetBlue. Maher comes to JetBlue from Amazon, where she has served as a senior finance manager within Amazon Transportation Services since 2020. She previously served as a director in financial planning & analysis at Alaska Airlines for f
- JetBlue Names Rodney Townsend Vice President, Technology ProductsJetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) today announced the appointment of Rodney Townsend as the carrier's new vice president, technology products effective immediately. In this role, Townsend will oversee JetBlue's technology product portfolio and identify new opportunities to leverage technology in ways that will enhance the customer and crewmember experience. He will report to Carol Clements, JetBlue's chief digital and technology officer. "Rodney is a solutions-oriented leader who is as passionate about personalizing the travel experience as we are," shared Clements. "I'm confident that with his leadership, our team will continue to deliver best-in-class technology that will enhance customer and crewme
- JetBlue Names Ellen Ham Vice President, Labor RelationsJetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) today announced the appointment of Ellen Ham as the carrier's new vice president, labor relations effective immediately. In this role, Ham will oversee the company's labor relations strategy and will report to Laurie Villa, JetBlue's chief people officer. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220517005740/en/Ellen Ham, Vice President, Labor Relations , JetBlue. (Photo: Business Wire) "We are excited to welcome Ellen to JetBlue," said Villa. "She is an experienced, strategic leader who is passionate about putting people first. Ellen will provide an invaluable perspective in how we support our crewmem
- JetBlue Appoints Al Spencer, Vice President, ControllerJetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU), New York's Hometown Airline®, today announces the appointment of Al Spencer as the carrier's new vice president, controller. Spencer joins JetBlue today and will oversee the company's corporate accounting, tax, payroll, accounts payable and fraud, and revenue accounting teams. He will report to Ursula Hurley, JetBlue's chief financial officer. Spencer comes to JetBlue from Paris-based publicly traded gas manufacturer Air Liquide, where he served as deputy CFO North America and Corporate Controller since 2017. Prior to Air Liquide, he was with NCI Building Systems, as assistant controller for five years. He began his career with public accounting firm KPMG, before hol
- JetBlue Appoints Jeff Winter, Vice President, JetBlue UniversityJetBlue Airways (NASDAQ:JBLU), New York's Hometown Airline®, today announces the appointment of Jeff Winter as the carrier's new vice president, JetBlue University. He will report to Warren Christie, JetBlue's head of safety, security, fleet operations and JetBlue University. Based in Orlando, Fla., Winter will oversee the company's award-winning training programs and facilities. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220421005887/en/Jeff Winter, Vice President, JetBlue University. (Photo: Business Wire) From locations in Orlando, New York and Salt Lake City, JetBlue University offers new hire and recurrent training for J
- JetBlue Names John Swift Vice President, TechnologyJetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) today announced the appointment of John Swift as the airline's new vice president, technology effective March 14, 2022. In this role, John will develop the technical strategy across engineering, QA, cloud, and infrastructure. He will report directly to Carol Clements, JetBlue's chief digital and technology officer. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220314005794/en/John Swift, Vice President, Technology. Photo courtesy of JetBlue. "Technology touches virtually everything we do and want to do as a company," said Clements. "We are all excited to make JetBlue stronger by modernizing our infrastructu
- JetBlue Appoints Jonathan Weiner Vice President, Sales and Revenue ManagementJetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU), New York's Hometown Airline®, today announced the appointment of Jonathan Weiner as the carrier's new vice president, sales and revenue management. He will be responsible for revenue optimization, ancillary strategy, distribution, and corporate sales. Weiner had previously served as JetBlue's director, revenue management since 2020. He will report to Dave Clark, JetBlue's head of revenue and planning. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220223005730/en/Jonathan Weiner, vice president, sales and revenue management. Photo courtesy of JetBlue. Weiner joined JetBlue in 2019 as director, revenue analy
- JetBlue Names Edward Kayton Head of Talent and Crewmember ExperienceJetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) today announced the appointment of Edward Kayton to Head of Talent and Crewmember Experience, effective September 28, 2021. Reporting to JetBlue's Chief People Officer, Laurie Villa, Kayton will be responsible for leading talent acquisition, talent management, people data insights, organizational effectiveness, crew relations and values relations at JetBlue. "Edward not only brings the expertise and passion that will benefit JetBlue at this time of evolution and growth in our business, but he is also a fantastic fit for our company's special culture," said Villa. "I'm excited to partner with him to ensure JetBlue remains an employer of choice for today's crewmembers a
- JetBlue Names Ursula Hurley Chief Financial Officer— Acting CFO and 17-year JetBlue veteran promoted to lead finance strategy — JetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) today announced the appointment of Ursula Hurley to Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately. Hurley, a 17-year veteran of the airline, has served as acting CFO since June 2021. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210907005898/en/Ursula Hurley, Chief Financial Officer, JetBlue (Photo: Business Wire) As CFO, Hurley will be responsible for JetBlue's overall financial strategy including accounting, audit, aircraft and engine transactions, cash management, corporate finance, fuel, and tax. She will also oversee the com
- JetBlue Names Laurie Villa Chief People OfficerMike Elliott, JetBlue's Current Chief People Officer, Leaves the Airline After More Than a Decade JetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) today announced the appointment of Laurie Villa to Chief People Officer, effective in June 2021. Reporting to JetBlue's CEO, Robin Hayes, Villa will be responsible for engaging JetBlue crewmembers and fostering its unique culture, overseeing teams such as compensation and benefits; diversity, equity and inclusion; crew relations; values and labor relations; recruiting and talent management; and JetBlue University. Mike Elliott, JetBlue's current Chief People Officer, who has been with the company since 2010, currently plans to depart JetBlue in August after the transitio
- JetBlue Names Carol Clements Chief Digital & Technology OfficerJetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) today announced the appointment of Carol Clements to Chief Digital & Technology Officer, effective April 26, 2021. In this role, Clements will be responsible for the New York-based airline's information systems and technology strategies. She succeeds Eash Sundaram, who retired from JetBlue earlier this year after nearly a decade at the helm of innovation and technology strategy for the airline. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210414005739/en/Carol Clements, Chief Digital & Technology Officer (Photo: Business Wire) "As we work through the pandemic recovery, technology will play a more important