R.A. (Al) Read
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Retired - Vice President Airports - North America at Air Canada
Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada 9 work roles 1 school
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Retired - Vice President Airports - North America at Air Canada
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Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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R.A. (Al) Read is listed as Retired - Vice President Airports - North America at Air Canada based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. AeroLeads shows a matched LinkedIn profile for R.A. (Al) Read.

R.A. (Al) Read previously worked as Vice President Airports - North America at Air Canada and Vice President Operations/Managing Director (Operations Manager) at Air Canada Rouge. R.A. (Al) Read holds Social Sciences, Police Technology from Cegep - John Abbott College.

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R.A. (Al) Read is a Retired - Vice President Airports - North America at Air Canada. Colleagues describe them as "Al is a true professional, hard worker and team player. He is a dedicated individual who looks at what is in the best interest for the company achieving expectations/objectives. Al is quick to make decisions when moments count - i.e. operational, emergencies and in extraordinary circumstances."

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Vice President Airports - North America

Toronto, Canada Area

Responsible for the overall strategic direction and leadership of Air Canada's North America airports directing, safety culture, operational integrity and employee/customer experience. A 10,000 strong airports employee workforce encompassing Global Baggage, Global On-Time Performance, Ground Service Equipment, Global Concierge, Global Process and.

Mar 2018 - Feb 2024

Vice President Operations/Managing Director (Operations Manager)

Toronto

Responsible for all operational and regulatory aspects of the airline including Safety Management System (SMS), Flight Operations, Maintenance, InFlight Service, Airports, Performance Management.Safety has been our guiding principle from the start up of the airline. Significant milestones have been achieved including obtaining our Air Operating Certificate.

Nov 2012 - May 2018

Director Ground Operations And Security

Toronto, Canada Area

Key member of startup team. Responsible for all aspects of the airline operation, safety and security.

Oct 2010 - Nov 2012

President

Dakota Aviation Solutions Inc.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Dakota Aviation Solutions is focused on supporting each clients objectives including innovative revenue generation, cost control, operational integrity and improving the customer experience. Whether the need is above or below the wing the commitment to excellence is the driving force.

May 2010 - Oct 2010

Vice President Ground And Commercial Operations

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Responsible for all aspects of the companys Ground/Airport Operations throughout the network. Marketing/Sales, New Business Development, Corporate Security, Government and Regulatory Affairs, Media Relations, Customer Focus.Manage a dedicated team of professionals in a demanding and challenging environment.

Sep 2008 - Apr 2010

Director System Operations Control

Responsible for the daily operation of the airlines global operation ensuring a culture of safety was maintained while managing an efficient operation focused on superior customer service delivery. Direct management of the airlines response to all irregular operations, corporate performance objectives, cost control strategies and crisis management.support.

Jul 2000 - Sep 2008

Operations Control Manager

Management of the fleet during daily operational environment. Responsible for responding to any operational irregularity affecting on time performance and customer service delivery to ensure the bes possible recovery plan was implemented.

May 1995 - Jul 2000

Manager Cargo Operations

Responsible for the Toronto Cargo daily operation and customer interface.

Feb 1994 - Jun 1995

Management

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Began my aviation career on the ground floor working throughout many of the company's operational and planning departments. Also, as a member of the management team I experienced a diverse background in managing labor groups as well as management personnel. Responsibilies included resource planning, labour relations, operational coordination of various.

Aug 1979 - Feb 1994
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R.A. (Al) Read is listed as Retired - Vice President Airports - North America at Air Canada.

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R.A. (Al) Read is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

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R.A. (Al) Read has worked for Air Canada, Air Canada Rouge, Sky Regional Airlines Inc., Dakota Aviation Solutions Inc., and Skyservice Airlines.

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R.A. (Al) Read holds Social Sciences, Police Technology from Cegep - John Abbott College.

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