Jane Bird is a leader in managing large, complex infrastructure-related initiatives for government and private sector partners and stakeholders. In her role as Senior Business Advisor with Bennett Jones LLP, Jane provides advice to private and public sector clients on matters related to the development and execution of infrastructure projects. Jane currently holds directorships at Global Container Terminals Inc. and the Canada Infrastructure Bank.

She has been directly involved with significant projects since 1998, which include:

• Director with Canada’s Department of Foreign Affairs, International Trade and Development in London, UK, overseeing the project management and financing of the Canada House consolidation and renewal project on Trafalgar Square.

• Chief Executive Officer of Columbia Power Corporation, including development and construction of the Waneta 335 MW hydro-electric generating station in SE British Columbia: project finance; construction management; relations with the Provincial government, other project owners and key stakeholders; as well as the ongoing operation of the company’s existing generating facilities.

• Chief Executive Officer of Canada Line Rapid Transit Inc., responsible for the development and construction of Canada Line, a $2-billion, 19-km rapid transit line connecting downtown Vancouver with Richmond and Vancouver International Airport– the first public-private partnership in transit in North America.

As a result of her leadership, she was awarded the Vancouver Board of Trade Spirit of Vancouver Outstanding Leadership Award (2009), named one of Canada’s Most Powerful Women (2009) and awarded the Downtown Vancouver Business Improvement Association Appreciation Award (2011).

Wende Cartwright is President of Savira Cultural + Capital Projects and has extensive experience in city building, infrastructure planning and community development for private and public sector clients across North America. Wende was name done of Canada’s Most Powerful Women (2015) by WXN, and recognized as a Leadership Initiative Champion (2019) by the Urban Land Institute.

Wende has led the planning for significant redevelopment projects including the Globe & Mail Centre, Royal Conservatory of Music, Koerner Hall, Union Station Revitalization, Boston Symphony Hall, and was Director for the Vancouver 2010Olympics. She is currently at the helm of planning mixed-use infrastructure projects, including a nationwide redevelopment of United Church of Canada properties and CAMH Medical Research & Discovery Centre.

Wende is a member of the Institute of Corporate Directors, Toronto Region Board of Trade, Urban Land Institute, and WLI Women’s Leadership Initiative. She has served as Board Director for Royal Ontario Museum ICC, Museum of Contemporary Art, Health Arts Society Ontario, Association of Arts Presenters (Washington DC), and as Advisor to the 2015 Pan Am Games and City of Toronto economic development.

Wende was recently reappointed by the City of Toronto for a second term to the Waterfront Toronto Board of Directors, and Chairs the Governance, Human Resources & Stakeholder Relations Committee.

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James Cherry is a Montréal native and graduate of McGill University. He is a Chartered Professional Accountant who has over 40 years of experience in general management, project management and financial management in the International Aerospace, Defence and Rail sectors.

Over this period he has worked in senior executive positions with Bombardier Inc., Oerlikon Aerospace Inc., CAE Inc. and Alstom. He joined Aéroports de Montréal as President and Chief Executive Officer in June 2001 and retired from that position on 31 December 2016.

He currently acts as a Strategic Aviation Advisor to Arup and holds directorships in the following organizations: Cogeco Inc., Cogeco Communications Inc., PSP AviAlliance GmbH, Aerostar Airport Holdings LLC and the McGill University Health Centre.

In addition to the above, he was the co-chair of the 2017 campaign for Centraide (United Way) of Greater Montréal and has extensive past board involvement in the public sector (Canada Infrastructure Bank, St Mary’s Hospital Centre and Concordia University), the private not-for-profit sector (Conference Board, Aéroports de Montréal, Airports Council International) and private, for-profit, publicly traded companies (Logistec Inc. and Talisman Energy)

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Hai-Gi Li, Managing Director, is an investment principal for the Infrastructure Investments Group. Hai-Gi currently serves on the boards of SouthWest Water Company and Nieuport Aviation Infrastructure Partners (Toronto City Island Airport) and is primarily responsible for the day-to-day management of these investee companies as well as pursuit of new opportunities in the North American transportation and regulated utility subsectors. Prior to joining the group in 2006, Hai-Gi worked in the Power & Infrastructure Group in J.P. Morgan’s Hong Kong offices where he was involved in a range of transactions including mergers and acquisitions, restructurings, debt and equity financings, valuations, public sector advice and privatizations in the Asia-Pacific region. In 1999-2001 he worked within the Diversified Industrials Group in New York. Hai-Gi graduated cum laude from Dartmouth College and holds a B.A. in Government.

António Gomes de Menezes currently serves as non-executive Director and Chairman of the Audit and Risk Committee of Jeddah Airport Company, the largest airport in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and third largest in the Middle East; as non-executive Director of Eliance, a Spanish leading operator or rotary and fixed wing aircraft with operations in Europe and Latin America, providing critical mission flights; as non-executive Director of Ascendi Pinhal Interior,a Portuguese leading toll-road highway concessionaire and operator and is a Professor of Economics at the University of the Azores. Since 2007, António has held several senior executive positions within the airline sector, having previously been the Chairman and CEO of SATA Airlines, Executive Member of the Board of Directors of EuroAtlantic Airways, and Chief Executive Officer of PrivatAir SA, Non Executive Member of the Board of Directors of TAP AIRPORTUGAL, the Portuguese flag carrier and member of Star Alliance, where Antonio also chaired the Audit and Finance Committee. Prior to joining the aviation industry, António worked as senior executive and director in the construction and tourism (hotel) business.

In addition, António has pursued an academic career, having taught and researched at Boston College, Harvard University, Bocconi University (Italy)and the University of the Azores (Portugal). Recently, António has been retained as Senior Advisor of Sovereign Investment Funds and Consulting Companies to advise on airline strategy and air service development.

António holds a MSc in Economics and a PhD in Economics from Boston College, a post-graduate degree in Management from the Catholic University of Lisbon, Portugal and a BSc degree in Economics from the New University of Lisbon, Portugal, and has published scientific papers in leading scientific journals, in economics and transportation research.

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Neil Pakey is the President & CEO at Nieuport Aviation, winners of the Most Spectacular Business Recovery award in Ontario in 2022. He has served as the CEO of the Shannon Airport Group on Ireland, the CEO of Peel Airports Group in the U.K., as Managing Director of Liverpool John Lennon Airport and the Senior VP Network Marketing at the Vantage Airports Group. Neil was a National Expert to the European Commission, working on air transport policy and currently chairs the UK’s Regional and Business Airports Group.

Neil holds a Master of Science in Transport Planning and Management and is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Marketing. Neil was awarded an Honorary Fellowship from the University of Central Lancashire for services to Tourism, was Chair of the Mersey Tourism Board in Liverpool and was named the IOD Director of the Year for Merseyside in 2007. 

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Chris Ward has over thirty years of experience in infrastructure and government with a focus within the transportation sector. Currently, he is EVP for Business Development for BRAVO, an architectural and engineering firm focusing on public infrastructure.

His prior experience includes:

• CEO, Metro New York, for AECOM. In this role, his areas of responsibility included transportation, water and wastewater, environment, power, and buildings and places, which encompassed more than 1,600 architects, engineers, scientists and support staff.
• Executive Director of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey where he led the World Trade Center rebuilding effort, delivering on a commitment to open the 9/11 Memorial by the 10th anniversary of the tragic events at the site.
• Executive Vice President for major projects at Dragados USA, where he was responsible for significant business development throughout the United States.
• Served in various roles in New York City during Michael Bloomberg’s first term as mayor, leading the Department of Environmental Protection in a robust expansion of its capital plan.
• Managing Director at the General Contractors Association of New York, Inc.
• Chief Executive Officer of American Stevedoring, Inc.

Chris holds a BA in History and Religious Studies from Macalester College and a Master of Theological Studies at Harvard University.

Neil Pakey is the President & CEO at Nieuport Aviation, winners of the Most Spectacular Business Recovery award in Ontario in 2022. He has served as the CEO of the Shannon Airport Group on Ireland, the CEO of Peel Airports Group in the U.K., as Managing Director of Liverpool John Lennon Airport, Managing Director of the Cyprus Airports Operator’s Group and the Senior VP Network Marketing at the Vantage Airports Group. Neil was a National Expert to the European Commission, working on air transport policy, was past President of the Airports Operators Association and currently chairs the UK’s Regional and Business Airports Group.

Neil holds a Master of Science in Transport Planning and Management and is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Marketing. Neil was awarded an Honorary Fellowship from the University of Central Lancashire for services to Tourism, was Chair of the Mersey Tourism Board in Liverpool and was named the IOD Director of the Year for Merseyside in 2007.

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Jennifer Quinn is the Chief Strategy & Development Officer at Nieuport Aviation. As an accomplished Executive, she brings public and private sector experience in strategy, commercial structuring and negotiations, infrastructure and real estate development, and risk advisory. Prior to joining Nieuport,  Jennifer was a Partner and Government & Public Services Industry leader with Deloitte and also spent nearly 7 years in Senior roles at Infrastructure Ontario.

In 2024, she was awarded the Report on Business magazine Best Executive Award from the Globe and Mail in recognition of her impact to Nieuport’s business—notably, leading the operations team through the resumption of service following the pandemic and driving forward efforts in partnership with PortsToronto to deliver a U.S. Preclearance facility at the airport (expected late 2025). She is passionate about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and in 2017 was the recipient of Start Proud’s Leaders to be Proud of – Professional Leadership award, recognizing excellence in the LGBTQ community.

Jennifer has an Honours Bachelor of Accounting from Brock University, a Master’s Certificate in Public Management from York University and is a Chartered Professional Accountant.

Michael responsible for overseeing the legal and corporate requirements of the business.  Michael’s legal career spans all aspects of business, ranging from developing major P3 infrastructure projects across Canada to leading one of Canada’s largest renewable energy manufacturers.  In the process, Michael has helped organisations from around the world navigate through M&A, finance, regulatory and other commercial matters.  Michael is a member of the Law Society of Ontario and the Barreau du Québec.

As the Chief Financial Officer, Katie is responsible for financial planning and analysis, financial reporting, oversight of accounts payable and receivables and financial controls.  She brings over 16 years of work experience in both the public and private sectors having worked at the Hospital for Sick Children and a major accounting firm both locally and abroad.  Katie graduated from the University of Western Ontario with a Bachelor’s degree in Management and Organizational Studies and is a CPA, CA.

A C-level Executive Assistant, Nupur comes with an experience of 10+ years across administrative support, project budgeting, organizing events and meetings, cracking formulas on excel, and trainings & development.

Nupur has a track record of strong performance in high-pressure, high-volume environments, and is responsible for managing administrative duties and client relationships for her teams across Nieuport Aviation.

As an Executive Assistant, she will be responsible for ensuring smooth operations of the firm with her robust knowledge of latest technologies, office management skills, and efficient handling of queries and consultations from across the board. She approaches all aspects of any job with a positive, hard-working mindset, and is passionate about helping find solutions to any challenges.

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Dave manages the Passenger Terminal’s Emergency Management and Safety Programs which include the prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery activities in coordination with Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. Dave is an accomplished Emergency Management and Safety professional with twenty-five years’ experience, including 19 years at GTAA in management roles in emergency management and operations, he served in security operations with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, and in flight operations and paramedic roles with the Ontario Ministry of Health. In 2016, Dave graduated from Royal Roads University with a Master of Arts in Disaster and Emergency Management. He also graduated from Seneca College’s Aeromedical Patient Care Program, and was certified as an Emergency Medical Technician/Technology Paramedic from Humber College. Dave was the recipient of the 2010 GTAA Fire Service Safety award for outstanding contribution to Life Safety.

Kim is responsible for the day to day operation of our Terminal working with our airline partners, Ports Toronto and stakeholders. Kim brings almost 29 years of aviation experience from the airline and airport world having worked at Delta Air Lines for over 20 years at the Toronto Station, retiring as Station Manager in 2011.  Kim also worked several years at the Greater Toronto Airport Authority in a variety of leadership positions, and has been with Nieuport since 2015.  

As the Director of Asset Management and Sustainability, Darryl (Daz) is responsible for contractual management of the Maintenance Contract and ensuring that assets are moving to a more sustainable, ESG compliant future.

Daz has over 35 years of global operational experience in airports and aviation; flying helicopters for the UK Royal Navy and maintenance management experience in institutional, commercial and infrastructure contracts, aviation, medical and transportation.

Daz trained as an electrician, an aircraft electrician, and helicopter air crewman.

Cheryl Stone is responsible for the organization’s strategic priorities and public affairs program.  This sees her build relationships and work closely with internal and external stakeholders, government, and community organizations as well as oversight of communication activities and strategies. 

Prior to joining Nieuport Aviation, Cheryl spent six years with the Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA).  In her time at Canada’s largest airport, Cheryl managed public affairs and government relations activities with national and international industry organizations including the Canadian Airports Council and Airports Council International and played a lead role in the corporation's engagement with industry, business, and academic organizations at the local, regional, and national level.

Cheryl holds a Master’s Degree from Sir Wilfrid Laurier University and an Honours Bachelor Degree from King’s University College. 

In his role as Director, Marketing and Commercial Partnerships, Chris manages 2 key areas. Firstly, he manages all the marketing and consumer engagement activities, focused on supporting the brand, and Nieuport’s role as owner and operator of the terminal. Secondly, he is accountable for all commercial activities and partnerships. This includes all the concessionaire businesses (F&B, retail, duty-free, car rental, onsite activations, other ancillary businesses), other airport stakeholder agreements, as well as sponsorships, digital, media sales, and many other revenue generating areas.

Chris has led the media, sport & entertainment divisions, of several leading international agencies and properties. He has worked on behalf of a wide array of clients in managing multi-million-dollar budgets with integrated platforms, negotiating domestic and internal media rights deals, while driving ROI and consumer engagements.

On top of his professional achievements, Chris was named to his university’s Sports Hall of Fame as a member of a national championship winning team, and recognized for his volunteer activities within his local community.

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Zaina is responsible for the delivery of large-scale cross-functional programs and capital projects that drive aeronautical/non-aeronautical revenues, increase operational efficiencies, and improve the passenger experience at the Terminal. As an engineer for over ten years, Zaina is LEED certified and is a Member of Professional Engineers Ontario. She is specialized in aviation project management and has implemented large scale engineering projects across Ontario totalling over $700M. Zaina has two bachelor’s degrees; Civil Engineering – Environmental Engineering Specialization, and Biological Sciences.

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As the Director of Finance, Apoorva is responsible for supporting overall corporate finance initiatives, financial planning and analysis, financial reporting, and supporting the CFO’s office. She brings over 4 years of experience across Assurance, Mergers & Acquisitions and FP&A roles in private sector. She spent over 3 years with a global accounting firm and recently did short co-op stints with a top Canadian bank and a Canadian Pension Fund.  Apoorva completed her Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) from Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto and is a Certified Chartered Accountant.

As the Director of Aviation Development, Nishant is responsible for supporting Nieuport’s overall air service development strategy through analytics and business intelligence initiatives. Nishant brings over 10 years of diverse work experience in public and private sector, having worked for the Vancouver and Edmonton International Airports, and with the Ontario and Federal Government in various economic development roles.  Nishant is a graduate of the University of British Columbia in Economics with a certificate in Economic Development.

As the Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis, Abeera is responsible for financial operations and financial reporting processes at Nieuport. Prior to joining Nieuport, she has worked at a national public accounting firm where she specialized in assurance services for construction, retail, and mining industry clients. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Financial Management and has completed her Master's in Accounting both from the University of Waterloo. Abeera also has her CPA designation.

As Senior Manager of Communications and Public Affairs, Ryan is responsible for corporate communications and social media strategy and content development, as well as media relations and crisis communications at Nieuport Aviation. Ryan brings a decade-and-a-half of experience in the aviation industry, previously leading Toronto Pearson’s media relations and issues management team during the COVID-19 pandemic; contributing to Airports Council International (ACI) World’s work to represent airports on the world stage as Manager of Communications; and covering the aviation and travel retail industries as the editor of a family of industry publications. Ryan has a bachelor’s degree in English Language and Literature from Brock University and holds certifications in airport operations from ACI World and leadership from the University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies.

As the Senior Manager, Human Resources, Fran provides strategic guidance in delivering integrated people solutions. She supports the development of Nieuport’s high performing organization of aligned, capable and engaged employees.

With over 16 years of HR experience in the medical and engineering fields – from growing start-ups to a global robotic automation corporation – Fran has developed and supported environments where empowered teams thrive.

Fran is a graduate of the University of Windsor (Communications) and Toronto Metropolitan University (Human Resources Management). 

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As the Manager of Corporate and Community Programs, Nadia is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day administrative requirements of the business as well as delivering events and initiatives that improve the passenger experience and support the local community. 

Nadia brings over 10 years of diverse work experience across the globe in event management, sales and marketing, having worked for The Airport Agency and Proof Experiences, delivering events and conferences from international route development forums to board meetings.  

Nadia is a graduate from the University of Manchester (UK) and speaks 3 languages (and currently learning a 4th).

As the Manager, Terminal Operations, Vladan is responsible for the efficient operation of the Airport Terminal for passengers and stakeholders, with involvement in many projects for terminal operations, routine facility management and terminal event management. Vladan holds a bachelor's degree in Technical Graphic Engineering. Before joining Nieuport Aviation, Vladan embarked on his career in travel and tourism in the one of the leaders company in cruise industry based in Fort Lauderdale in hotel administration and finance. Vladan then entered the aviation industry at Toronto Pearson Airport working several years in progressively senior management aviation roles such as customer service and ramp operations.

As the Supervisor of Terminal Operations, Duncan is responsible for the day to day oversight of activities on the Nieuport apron including safety and compliance, quality assurance audits, snow removal coordination activities, and incident management through IMS. Duncan comes to Nieuport with several decades of domestic and international aviation experience, having managed ground and air operations for many different passenger and cargo airlines in the past.

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As the Supervisor, Terminal Operations, Weston is responsible for planning, coordinating and overseeing all aspects of Terminal Operations.  Weston comes to Nieuport with experience as a Screening Point Manager with CATSA at Toronto-Pearson and as a Store Operations Manager with Walmart Canada, and educational background from Georgian College.

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As the Safety Officer, Bolormaa is responsible for assisting with the continued development, implementation, oversite and integration of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), Environmental Management System (EMS) and Safety Management System (SMS) for oversight of Airside Safety on Nieuport facilities.

Bolormaa brings over 10 years public and private sector experience in safety management and quality assurance. Prior to joining Nieuport Aviation, she worked as a principal consultant for an aviation consulting firm.  

Bolormaa has an advanced diploma in Aviation Management from Georgian College. She also holds a Master of Business Administration, a Bachelor of Social and Management Psychology and a certificate of Lead Auditor from BSI.

Scott is responsible for and manages the facilities contracts for Nieuport Aviation. Scott brings over 10 years of experience working in AERO space manufacturing, Ontario healthcare organizations, and the Department of Defence - Canadian base operations for multiple sites. Scott’s responsibilities were overseeing the smooth operation of all office locations, engineering labs, industrial manufacturing and lab facilities to meet operational compliance. 

Working with multiple service providers and serving as the liaison with project management staff, external service providers, consultants and contractors, Scott’s roles were to ensure the successful delivery of all facility services as per the client’s expectations. Scott takes pride in his hands on approach through regular site inspections of facilities ensuring compliance, client satisfaction and asset integrity. Resolving client contract issues and meeting a high level of customer service is what Scott does best.

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Damian is the Manager of Business Technology and is responsible for the support, optimization and strategic development of the Terminal’s IT infrastructure and assets. With 17 years’ experience across several industries, Damian is passionate about helping businesses with positive social impacts manage complex technology challenges.

Prior to joining Nieuport, Damian worked with 7 Ontario hospitals to implement a shared electronic health records system. He has a Bachelor’s in IT, a Master’s in Project Management and certifications in IT Service Management, Networking and Agile.

As a Project Manager, Juan is part of the Program Management Office (PMO). He is responsible for the execution of various capital and operational projects at Nieuport Aviation aimed at enhancing the customer experience and increasing operational efficiency while improving the terminal building. Furthermore, Juan also oversees liaising with government agencies, as required, to support project delivery.

As a consultant, Juan has worked for major financial institutions in Canada, thus bringing over four years of project management and project delivery experience. In addition, Juan has a Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering. He is pursuing his PPL (Private Pilot License) and Project Management Ontario College Graduate Certificate, which will facilitate his PMP certification.

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As a Project Manager, Scott is part of the Program Management Office (PMO). He is responsible for the oversight and management of various capital and operational initiatives undertaken by Nieuport Aviation as well as liaising with various corporate partners, government agencies and community stakeholders. Scott’s most notable project is the execution of the United States Border and Customs Patrol Preclearance Facility at Billy Bishop Airport.

Scott has 10+ years of experience working on major capital construction and rehabilitation projects, infrastructure improvements and within the public sector working for an upper-tier Municipality, gaining knowledge in all areas of Municipal Engineering. Scott’s background has been focused on asset management and long-term planning of capital works with a variety of technical expertise including survey, design, inspection, contract administration and project management.

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As Manager, Marketing and Commercial Partnerships, Rebecca is responsible for supporting delivery of the Nieuport brand through marketing and consumer engagement activities, as well as working with Nieuport's many internal and external partners to help deliver exceptional passenger experiences. With a background in marketing and communications, she brings a wealth of experience to this role from her work in the private, public and non-profit sectors. A native Pegger, she holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Hons) degree from the University of Manitoba. 

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As Senior Data and Insight Analyst, Noorullah excels in harnessing data to unlock business insights, steering data visualization, and dashboard creation to enlighten executive decisions. His expertise spans designing intricate data templates and enhancing the analytical capabilities at Nieuport Aviation. Noorullah brings 10 years of diverse work experience in the private sector and charitable organisations, having served as a data and insight analyst for large companies such as Network Rail and Unilever. He holds a Business Analytics certificate from Harvard Business School, an MBA from Anglia Ruskin University, and a BA Honours in Business Studies from Cardiff Metropolitan University.

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As the Manager Financial Reporting, Julia is responsible for financial operations and financial reporting processes at Nieuport. She brings over 4 years of work experience in public and private sectors having worked in retail, manufacturing and long-term care industries. Julia graduated from the University of Wilfrid Laurier with a Bachelor’s degree in business administration and has completed her Master's in Accounting. Julia has her CPA designation.

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Jeremiah has approximately 7 years of experience in Strategic Financial Planning, Budgeting, and Performance Management, garnered across the Renewable energy and Financial Services sectors. Prior to joining Nieuport, he worked fora Non-Profit enterprise, providing actionable insights to the organization’s leadership in line with their mandate of ensuring the workplace safety of Ontario’s businesses and workers. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and is a Chartered Global Management Accountant. He is currently studying for is MBA, specializing in Strategic Finance.

As the Financial Accountant, Titilope is responsible for accounts payable and receivables, month end financial closure and she assists with quarterly financial reporting and analysis.

She brings over 7 years of experience across Budget and Cost Control, Accounts Payable and Information Systems Security in Financial and Oil & Gas industries. Prior to joining Nieuport, she recently worked with a top Canadian bank.

Titilope has a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, and is currently working to become a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) in Ontario.

As the Health and Safety Officer, Adrianna is responsible for ensuring the health and safety of Nieuport employees, as well as the terminal building for all who work in it. She ensures compliance with occupational health and safety and environmental requirements and regulations. She assists in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Occupational Health and Safety Manual, and the Environmental Management System Manual.

Adrianna has an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology, Environmental Geography, and Environmental Studies from the University of Toronto. As well as a graduate certificate in Environment, Health, and Safety Management from Durham College.

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Gobind brings over 5 years of experience in assurance, commercial credit and accounting. He worked over 3 years with a global bank as a portfolio manager before joining Nieuport. He completed his chartered accountancy from India and is currently working towards his CPA designation.

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David is the Lead Terminal Operations Specialist at Nieuport. He studied aviation management and graduated from Georgian College in 2020. He started working at Billy Bishop Airport (YTZ) in 2018 as a de-icing technician, then became the operations supervisor and head trainer for de-icing. His responsibilities were managing the operations and communicating with the pilots. He also familiar with gate planning at YTZ as a former gate coordinator.

As Supervisor, Terminal Operations, Caterina is responsible for planning, coordinating and overseeing all aspects of Terminal Operations. With a passion for aviation and experience spanning Operations, Learning and Development, and Regional Management Caterina brings valuable expertise to Nieuport. Demonstrating leadership, she has overseen operations, ensuring smooth customer experiences. Caterina’s collaborative mindset and dedication to excellence motivate her to make meaningful contributions to the dynamic world of aviation.

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As a Terminal Operations Specialist, Ahmad is responsible for the efficient operation of the airport terminal for passengers and stakeholders, with involvement in various projects for terminal operations, routine facility management, and terminal event management. Ahmad has a diploma in aviation operations, and an advanced diploma in aviation safety, and currently working on his Bachelor of Aviation Management degree. Before joining Nieuport Aviation, Ahmad worked as a Screening Officer with GardaWorld representing Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA).

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Roya Seyedi is a seasoned aviation professional with a strong foundation in Aviation Operations, having studied at Seneca College. With over a decade of experience in the field, Roya has held diverse roles, including Flight Attendant, Operation Training Supervisor, Crew Scheduler, simulator planner for Air Canada, and Gate Coordinator with GoGreen. Her expertise spans various facets of aviation, making her a valuable asset in ensuring efficient and smooth operations within the industry.

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Nikolai Lewis is an aviation management professional with a Master's degree in Aviation Management from The University of the West Indies St. Augustine campus since 2016.Throughout his career, Nikolai has held pivotal roles in various aspects of airport management, leveraging his knowledge to drive operational efficiency, ensure regulatory compliance, and enhance overall organizational performance. 

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Maryam has two years of experience as a crew scheduler. With a background as a Terminal Coordinator at Go Green Aviation and a master's degree from Metropolitan University in Canada, she is well-equipped for the Terminal Specialist role. She monitors real-time flight operations, optimizing terminal operations, and enhancing passenger experience.

Ertugrulis a Terminal Operations Specialist with Nieuport Aviation.  He began his career as a Ramp Agent at Porter Airlines before transitioning to the role of Gate Coordinator at Go Green Aviation. Ertugrul recently graduated from Seneca College with a diploma in Aviation Operations.

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Kaushik has a diversified career in Airlines, Travel/Tourism, Information Technology & Transportation working in India, the US& Canada. Kaushik has a Bachelor’s degree in commerce and a Diploma in tourism and travel management.

Before moving to Nieuport Aviation, Kaushik was working with Greyhound Canada as Terminal Manager for Toronto. Kaushik has a passion for aviation/ airlines& enjoys Traveling & photography.

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Throughout Kevin Chong’s career he has cultivated a deep passion for aviation operations, combining technical expertise with a strong commitment to enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. His experience at EVA Airways as Traffic Officer and at SkyService as Customer ervice Representative, providing exceptional support to clients within the private aviation sector, have prepared him well for Nieuport’s Operations Team.Kevin graduated from Seneca College with a diploma in Aviation Operations, laying the foundation for his career in the aviation industry.

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