The WestJet Group has appointed Jacqui McGillivray as its executive vice-president and chief people officer.
"Jacqui brings a wealth of HR and organizational change experience, along with a notable track record of leading results-oriented, multi-disciplinary, and culturally strong teams in unlocking value and sustaining growth," said Alexis von Hoensbroech, WestJet Group chief executive officer.
McGillivray's prior roles include executive vice-president, safety and organisation effectiveness at Cenovus Energy, head of global human resources at Talisman Energy, and vice-president, HR, brand & marketing for the global wealth management division of RBC Royal Bank.
Commenting on her appointment, McGillivray said: “As a Calgary resident for the past 14 years, I have been closely following WestJet's journey and recent strategic shift; I am incredibly impressed by the discipline and resolve of the leadership team to solidify WestJet's longstanding reputation as the home carrier of the West and the leading Canadian value and leisure airline, in service of affordable air travel for Canadians.”
She will join the groups leadership team as of October 7, 2024.