Cargojet Ushers in New Era with Co-CEOs Pauline Dhillon and Jamie Porteous

Cargojet Ushers in New Era with Co-CEOs Pauline Dhillon and Jamie Porteous

Mississauga, Ontario – Cargojet Inc. (TSX: CJT), a leader in time-sensitive premium air cargo services in Canada, has announced a significant leadership transition. Effective January 1, 2024, Pauline Dhillon, currently serving as Chief Corporate Officer, and Jamie Porteous, currently Chief Strategy Officer, will be appointed as Co-Chief Executive Officers (Co-CEOs). Dr. Ajay Virmani, the current CEO, will assume the role of Executive Chairman.

A New Leadership Duo for Cargojet

Pauline Dhillon and Jamie Porteous, both founding members of the Cargojet team, have been integral to the company's growth and success over the past 22 years. Their combined expertise, encompassing various aspects of the business from marketing, brand, and government relations to sales, customer relations, and commercial strategy, has been instrumental in Cargojet's journey from a startup to a leader in the air-cargo industry.

Visionary Leadership for Continued Growth

Dr. Ajay Virmani, transitioning to Executive Chairman, expressed confidence in the appointment of Dhillon and Porteous as Co-CEOs. He highlighted their complementary skillset and unwavering focus on the team, customers, and stakeholders as key factors making them the ideal strategic successors to lead Cargojet into a new era of innovation and growth.

Pauline Dhillon: A Founding Member with Diverse Expertise

Pauline Dhillon has been a part of Cargojet's journey from the very beginning. Over the years, she has led several functions with increasing responsibility, including marketing, brand, human resources, legal, and commercial operations. In her current role as Chief Corporate Officer, Dhillon oversees all aspects of support functions as well as ground operations globally.

Jamie B. Porteous: A Pillar in Cargojet's Success Story

Jamie B. Porteous, also a founding member, has played a crucial role in Cargojet's evolution. His experience spans sales, customer relations, commercial strategy, operations, network planning and design, and investor relations. As the Chief Strategy Officer, he has been pivotal in growing Cargojet from a startup to its current status as an air-cargo leader.

Commitment to Excellence and Innovation

Both Dhillon and Porteous expressed excitement and humility at their new roles. They emphasized their focus on safely delivering excellence in air cargo solutions while staying true to Cargojet's corporate culture and founding principles. The duo is committed to continuing Cargojet's legacy of innovation, reliability, and outstanding customer service.

Cargojet's Bright Future

With Dhillon and Porteous at the helm, Cargojet looks forward to setting new standards and reaching greater heights in the air cargo industry. The company remains Canada's leading provider of time-sensitive premium air cargo services, operating a fleet of over 40 aircraft and carrying over 25,000,000 pounds of cargo weekly across North America.

Conclusion

The appointment of Pauline Dhillon and Jamie Porteous as Co-CEOs marks a new chapter in Cargojet's history. Their combined leadership is poised to drive the company's vision and strategic initiatives, ensuring Cargojet remains at the forefront of the air cargo industry.