Bruce Watson Email & Phone Number

A proven Aviation Industry Leader with extensive multicultural experience in Commercial Airlines, Airport Operations and Ground Handling,is seeking new opportunities and challenges. These opportunities can be as a Consultant, Interim Manager or a permanent position.I have completed 15 years, (1999-2014), with dnata in the exciting and challenging multicultural environment of the Middle East. During this time I was part of the dnata management team working through the challenges of the phenomenal growth of Emirates, dnata and Dubai.In Asia I worked for 3 years at the Airport Authority of Hong Kong, where I participated at the Manager Level in the ORAT program for the new airport. I was directly involved in the planning of the relocation from Kai Tak to CLK, later in in the planing and implementation of the first pre-opening trial.This experience in two major aviation cities taught me the skills to manage, lead and motivate people in a multicultural environment. I believe this skill is now an integral part of Management in the industry.My senior management experience includes:-Ramp Services-Customer Services-Business Support-Operations ManagementI offer senior management skills and expertise in:-Employee engagement, empowerment, mentoring-Business recovery, re-focus, re-energizing-Cross functional team building-Creating a focused understanding of challenges and opportunity-Change management, including mergers, restructuring-Creating sustainable relationships with cross functional teams/departments-Financial and KPI management and control I am an experienced leader who has made the tough calls and who understands the " big picture".I strongly believe in the power of "Human Capital' and the exceptional results that can be accomplished when properly motivated and given clear direction. I can demonstrate how effective leadership and a strong relationship with the employee can be integral part of your organization’s success.

Listed skills include Airline, Airline Hub Management, Airline Management, Aviation, and 16 others.

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  Queen Elizabeth Composite High School, Edmonton Canada

  Business Administration And Management, General