Wilson James, which provides specialist security, logistics and aviation services, has appointed Liz Hegarty to the newly-created role of managing director of its aviation and transport services division.
Hegarty graduated from Queen Mary University of London in 2004, whereupon she joined London City Airport’s graduate trainee programme. During her time there she undertook a number of diverse roles, leading community and stakeholder relations, consultation for the airport’s successful planning application to double in size and implementation of the sustainability management system and standard operating procedures for the growing operation. In 2012 she took this knowledge to Heathrow Airport, initially as head of sustainability and environment. Her nine-year tenure also included three years as head of security and culminated in her final position as customer services director, leading the operation of Heathrow’s terminals and transport.
As the aviation sector emerges from the coronavirus pandemic, Wilson James predicts ongoing growth throughout the 2021-22 financial year. However, the operational and competitive landscape has changed and, as a result, it needs to demonstrate even higher levels of agility, flexibility and customer service to drive its business forward. Hegarty’s appointment is a key part of this strategy and, as such, it is the first time that the company’s aviation and transport services division has appointed a dedicated managing director.
“I’m delighted that Liz is now part of the Wilson James team,’ commented the company’s chief executive officer (CEO), Mark Dobson. “She brings a wealth of experience from across the aviation sector and her knowledge of security, service, sustainability, planning and corporate responsibility within the industry is superb. Her appointment highlights our commitment to developing this area of Wilson James’ operation and I believe the future is full of opportunities for us to realise our growth and investment plans.”