Thu, Aug 04, 2011
Executive Has Overseen Turnarounds At Three U.S. Companies
John
Graber has been named president of CHC Helicopter Services, the
parent company CHC Helicopter announced Tuesday. Graber, who
reports directly to CHC Helicopter president and CEO, Bill Amelio,
replaces interim president Scott Pinfield. Over his career, Graber
has led successful turnarounds for three major US-based companies.
As the general manager and senior vice president of operations at
ATA Airlines from 2004 – 2006, he was part of the senior team
that led ATA Airlines through emergence from Chapter 11
bankruptcy.
"In John Graber we have a leader who brings a wealth of experience
tackling the challenges we will face as CHC Helicopter grows," said
Amelio. "Not only is Mr. Graber an experienced pilot, but he's got
an accomplished resume of business success in both operational and
strategic roles."
The next year, as president of large aircraft MRO AAR Aircraft
Services Indianapolis, he undertook a successful turnaround of the
business by focusing on revenue growth and lean initiatives. Most
recently, as president of ABX Air, Mr. Graber's team completely
restructured the company into a profitable, $500 million enterprise
when it faced an unprecedented drop in customer demand.
"Mr. Graber has a long history in the airline industry and that
experience plays well into the challenges and opportunities CHC
Helicopter faces," said Amelio. "As an experienced helicopter pilot
and army aviator, Mr. Graber is also very knowledgeable about
helicopter operations and shares CHC's commitment to safety, which
makes him a well-rounded choice for this position."
Graber, who currently resides in Loveland, Ohio, has an MBA Cum
Laude from the University of Notre Dame and has extensive military
experience. He was decorated for his service as a medevac Flight
Section Leader in Iraq during Operation Desert Storm. "CHC has the
world's best reputation for providing safe, excellent customer
service in demanding global operations. The company has much to be
proud of in its history," said Graber. "I want to help the team
grow the business, positioning CHC so our team has much to be proud
of long into the future."
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