CALGARY — WestJet VP Andy Gibbons has announced his resignation from WestJet effective Jan. 24.
In a social media post Gibbons said he is leaving the airline to pursue other opportunities.
Gibbons first joined WestJet in 2012 and has over the years worked with Canada’s federal and provincial governments on legislative, regulatory and policy developments that impact WestJet and the Canadian aviation industry.
He was promoted to VP, Government Relations and Regulatory Affairs in 2021.
“This is a difficult decision given my passion and dedication to the work and my colleagues,” Gibbons wrote on LinkedIn. “But it is the right and timely one for my life and career.”
He added: “Working at WestJet has been an incredible professional experience for which I am deeply grateful. In the GR/PR space I am not sure there could be a more challenging and fulfilling experience.
“Being an ambassador for our employees, partners and communities who rely on us has been a privilege. Whether it was the dark days of Covid-19 or rolling out our growth strategy in key markets or promoting WestJet and Canada globally it has been one incredible ride.
“I have worked with the best people across Canada through thick and thin and am so lucky to have been able to cultivate and nurture a national network of friends and associates.
“I’m so proud of the team and what we have been able to achieve together. From policy advocacy to partnership development to managing crises it has been an incredible ride.
“WestJet is a great Canadian company and I’m grateful to have been able to do this work for so long and with such great colleagues, stakeholders, friends and partners.
“I’m looking forward to engaging with so many of you on what’s next.”
