Member of Executive Committee reporting to CEO. Delivered turnaround of Airlines PNG’s financial performance from a significant loss in 2009 to profitability in 2010, 2011Oversight of all commercial and revenue functions of the airline:Network Planning and SchedulingRevenue/Yield Management and PricingSales, Marketing & DistributionScheduled regular passenger traffic (RPT) revenue operationsCharter services and operationsBusiness developmentCharter Tenders and BidsMajor client contract negotiationMajor client relationship managementCargo revenue operationsE-CommerceReservation Systems and Customer Service PlatformProductAirline AlliancesAccountability for over-all revenue performance of the airlineOverall Airline strategy and direction - as a key member of the airline’s Executive CommitteeCommercial and revenue strategy and planningFleet Planning

Strategy and PlanningResponsible for developing key strategies and implementing planning for developing the operational capability of the airline, drive operational efficiency and performance, maintain the lowest possible cost base and position the business for future growth. Developed operations strategies and planning based on 5 - 10 year planning horizons and integrated with shorter term (2 - 3 year) strategic plansDirected and managed the acquisition and introduction of Virgin’s fleet of Embraer E190 and E170 aircraft.Established and directed cross-functional business program and induction project team (approx $700 million program) to introduce the 24 aircraft fleet:Devised operational strategy and implementation planPersonally negotiated purchase terms and contracts with EmbraerLead development of aircraft specifications and configurationManaged relationship with Embraer leadership, commercial and technical teamsLead project teams of engineers, pilots, cabin crew, ground operations, safety systems , technical and product specialists, lawyers and accountants to design, implement and integrate E-Jet operating systems and proceduresLead the airports competitive tendering process for new routes and ports including airport negotiationsFleet entry into service delivered on time and under budget

Oversaw legal, regulatory and compliance functions for Australian operations including subsidiary regional airlines and associated entities.Managed a large team of senior internal legal counsel.Advised the CEO, executive team and senior management in relation to all major business activities including aviation regulation, industrial relations, compliance and corporate governance.Managed major acquisitions and divestments including the on-market take-over of Hazelton Airlines, and sale of Ansett’s Freight and Catering operationsStrategic involvement in major business initiatives includingIntegration of Ansett and Air New Zealand operations following Air New Zealand’s acquisition of AnsettRecovery strategy and planning including business re-structuring and fleet renewalMajor negotiationsRelationship management with state and federal governments, CASA and ACCCExtensive involvement in business recovery and improvement programsRe-structuring regulatory and competition compliance systemsDeveloping and implementing corporate governance programEstablishing improved business frameworks for contracting and negotiationsManagement systems and controls for external service provision and cost control