Porter Airlines introduces updated senior leadership structure
(Left to Right) Kevin Jackson, President, and Michael Deluce, CEO, Porter Airlines
Porter Airlines is introducing an updated senior leadership structure to support its ongoing development as a carrier for a growing number of North American destinations.
The company announced that it will separate the president and CEO roles, with Michael Deluce continuing in the position of CEO. Kevin Jackson will assume the title of President; he is currently the airline’s Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer. The President position will report to the CEO.
“Porter’s continuing evolution into a company that is actively competing in key markets across the continent requires leaders to be focused on achieving all of our objectives,” said Deluce, CEO, Porter Airlines. “This starts with me recognizing that my energy is currently best used on initiatives that often have longer timelines. I will remain closely involved in Porter’s overall strategic direction, while Kevin oversees daily business matters and operations.”
Deluce will maintain overall responsibility for Porter, with a focus on strategic planning, supporting a strong capital structure, managing key stakeholder relationships and overseeing infrastructure investments like the Saint Hubert passenger terminal in Montréal. Directly reporting to the CEO are the president, people and culture, finance, corporate development and legal. He retains the title of president and CEO of the airline’s parent company, Porter Aviation Holdings Inc.
Jackson’s airline industry experience includes more than a decade at Porter, where he has overseen airport operations, technology, sales and marketing, communications, revenue management and customer experience. He currently handles all commercial and operational teams for the company. Jackson spent more than 10 years at America West Airlines and US Airways in a variety of digital and marketing roles, before joining Porter.
“What people are seeing from the outside is Porter quickly growing with many aircraft deliveries, the introduction of new routes and a level of service that is disrupting what travellers think is possible when flying in economy,” said Jackson, president, Porter Airlines.
“As we continue expanding across North America, we are evolving internally by implementing a number of strategic initiatives that will ensure we compete aggressively in the marketplace and continue providing the high level of service that passengers expect from us. I’ve loved my time at Porter and this new position is an opportunity for me to support the entire Porter team in delivering the passenger experience we are all proud of.”
