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"JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes Announces February Departure"

JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes is stepping down in February to focus on his health, with Joanna Geraghty set to succeed him as CEO. Hayes, who has been at the helm for nine years, will remain as a strategic adviser during the transition. The airline has been trying to purchase Spirit Airlines, but the deal has been blocked by regulators over antitrust concerns. Hayes expressed confidence in Geraghty's ability to position the airline for success and stated that she has been actively engaged in integration planning for the proposed Spirit transaction.

via Fox Business|

#business #ceo #health

business2 years ago•1 min saved

"Joanna Geraghty Becomes First Female CEO of JetBlue as Robin Hayes Steps Down"

JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes will step down next month due to health reasons, and will be replaced by the airline's president, Joanna Geraghty, making her the first woman to lead a major U.S. carrier. Geraghty, who joined JetBlue in 2005, expressed her honor in taking on the new role and emphasized the airline's strategic initiatives and return to profitable growth. The leadership change comes as JetBlue awaits a federal judge's decision on its proposed acquisition of Spirit Airlines for $3.8 billion, a move aimed at challenging the biggest U.S. airlines.

via USA TODAY|

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business2 years ago•1 min saved

"JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes to be Replaced by First Woman to Lead Major U.S. Airline"

JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes will step down next month for health reasons and will be replaced by the airline's president, Joanna Geraghty, who will become the first woman to lead a major U.S. carrier. The change comes as JetBlue awaits a federal judge's decision on its bid to purchase Spirit Airlines. Hayes, a former British Airways executive, has pursued mergers to grow the airline, including a failed attempt to create a partnership with American Airlines.

via NPR|

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business2 years ago•4 min saved

JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes to Retire, COO Joanna Geraghty Named Successor

JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes, 57, is retiring due to health reasons, and will be succeeded by airline president Joanna Geraghty, making her the first woman to lead a major U.S. airline. Hayes, who has been with JetBlue since 2008, led the airline's expansion and growth, including the development of the Mint business-class product and the airline's first routes to Europe. Geraghty, who has been with JetBlue for nearly 20 years, will take over as CEO and lead the airline through an antitrust trial challenging its planned acquisition of Spirit Airlines.

via The Points Guy|

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business2 years ago•1 min saved

"JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes Announces February Departure, COO Joanna Geraghty to Take Over"

JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes is stepping down in February and will be replaced by the airline’s president and COO, Joanna Geraghty. Hayes cited the toll of the job's challenges and pressure as the reason for his departure. Geraghty, who has been with JetBlue for nearly 20 years, will take over as CEO and join the company’s board. Hayes will continue to serve on the board and act as a strategic advisor.

via CNN|

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business2 years ago•2 min saved

"JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes to Step Down, COO Joanna Geraghty to Take Helm"

JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes will step down in February, with COO Joanna Geraghty set to take over. The departure comes as JetBlue aims to acquire Spirit Airlines, a move currently being challenged by the U.S. Department of Justice. Hayes cited the high-pressure nature of the job as a reason for his resignation, and will remain on the board of directors until he leaves his post. Geraghty, who has been with JetBlue for about two decades, will be tasked with addressing the airline's recent struggles and potentially overseeing the merger with Spirit Airlines.

via CNBC|

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