Tue, Jan 07, 2003
Air Transport Association Names New President and
CEO
The board of directors of the Air Transport
Association of America, Inc. (ATA) today announced the appointment
of James C. May as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective
February 3, to succeed the retiring Carol B. Hallett.
"Jim May brings with him a tremendous wealth of experience in
working with Congress and the executive branch. At this critical
point in airline history, Jim’s proven skills as a leader and
strategist are exactly the talents we have been seeking in a new
association head to continue the excellent work of Carol Hallett,"
said Richard Anderson, Chairman of the ATA Executive Committee and
CEO of Northwest Airlines.
Since
1988, Jim May has been the Executive Vice President of the National
Association of Broadcasters, where his hallmark has been the
development of bi-partisan support for major legislative
initiatives. He has held a variety of other senior executive
positions covering public affairs and government relations for
major corporations and industries.
"Jim May has been extremely successful during his career in
harmonizing the views of a diverse membership organization into
successful public policy positions. That approach is vital to the
future success of the airline industry," according to retiring ATA
CEO Carol Hallett. "It’s the heart of the job and Jim is a
master of the art,” Hallett continued. "I am very pleased
with the board’s selection of Jim May."
In accepting his new challenge, May expressed enthusiasm, "I am
honored to have been chosen by the ATA board for this wonderful new
opportunity. I recognize the challenges that lie ahead and look
forward to meeting them head on. I am especially pleased to know
that I will be working with a terrific team at ATA and with the
first-rate Washington offices of our member airlines."
Richard Anderson also took particular note of Carol
Hallett’s strong legacy to ATA. "Jim’s arrival marks an
important watershed for the ATA. As we look forward to his strong
leadership, we also recognize the great achievements of Carol
Hallett. For the past eight years, Carol has provided outstanding
leadership for the association and our industry and, more
importantly, in maintaining member unity on matters vital to the
industry. We wish her well in her retirement and look forward to
her continued counsel."
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