TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE) —Canada Jetlines Operations Ltd. (NEO: CJET) (“Canada Jetlines” or the “Company”) the new, all-Canadian, leisure airline, is pleased to announce that it has appointed Brigitte Goersch to its Board of Directors.
Ms. Goersch’s executive experience includes Deputy Executive Director of The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (MCO); Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Oversight Executive; and United States Air Force Lieutenant Colonel and Command Pilot.
“I am delighted that Brigitte has agreed to join the Board of Canada Jetlines,” stated Eddy Doyle, President & CEO. “As Jetlines looks to expand into United States operations, her experience with major US airports and the FAA will be a significant benefit.”
Ms. Goersch is the President of Lionheart Enterprises and acts as an aviation industry advisor to a multi-billion EUR global investment organization. During a 14-year period, Ms. Goersch was the Deputy Executive Director, Greater Orlando Aviation Authority, leading the operations of Orlando International Airport – a top 10 US airport.
During her tenure, the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority received hundreds of awards including #1 Airport in North America–J.D. Powers and Associates, #1 in North America in Overall Passenger Satisfaction–USA Today, Best Family Friendly Domestic Airport-American Society of Travel Agents. Ms. Goersch has been a Board member of the Florida Board of Medicine, Florida Board of Pharmacy and National Safe Skies Alliance.
Ms. Goersch is a nominee of Roosheila Group Inc. and will be an independent Board member.