AirAsia names new boss in Japan
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AirAsia has appointed Jun Aida as representative director and COO to lead AirAsia Japan, effective 1 January 2020.
Jun will take over from Jenny Mayuko Wakana who will be stepping down 31 December.
As a member of AirAsia’s senior leadership team, Jun will be responsible for the company’s airline operations in Japan and its future growth.
AirAsia Group CEO Tony Fernandes said: “Jun brings with him extensive management experience across various industries. We see tremendous potential in Japan and now is the time to catapult AirAsia Japan into its next phase of growth and success.”
Jun joined AirAsia Group as a senior advisor in 2017. Prior to joining AirAsia, he was managing director for Phoenix Resort Co Ltd besides holding senior management roles in various multinational companies.
Questions & Answers
Q.When will the new representative director and COO officially start their role?
When will the new representative director and COO officially start their role?
Jun Aida will commence his duties as representative director and COO for AirAsia Japan on 1 January 2020. This follows the departure of Jenny Mayuko Wakana from the position.
Q.What will be the primary responsibilities of the new COO for AirAsia Japan?
What will be the primary responsibilities of the new COO for AirAsia Japan?
As a member of AirAsia’s senior leadership team, Jun Aida will be responsible for overseeing the airline's operations in Japan. He is also tasked with driving the company’s future growth in the region.
Q.What is Jun Aida's background before joining AirAsia, according to the article?
What is Jun Aida's background before joining AirAsia, according to the article?
Before joining AirAsia as a senior advisor in 2017, Jun Aida served as managing director for Phoenix Resort Co Ltd. He also held senior management positions in various other multinational companies.
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