Ireland-based Avia Solutions Group, the world’s largest aircraft, crew, maintenance and insurance (ACMI) provider, has appointed Tom Klein to the new role of executive vice chairman of the board.
Klein will continue in his role as senior managing director at Certares Management, U.S.-based private equity investment firm that invested in the group in 2021.
Klein brings extensive knowledge of the global aviation, travel, tourism and technology sectors to Avia Solutions Group. His main responsibilities will include leading on investor relations and advising on wider business development. His geographic location will allow for greater executive presence and focus on activities in the Americas.
Before joining Certares in 2018, Klein was the CEO and president of Sabre, a global technology company serving the travel industry. Klein led the successful IPO of Sabre in 2014. He also served seven years as a founding board member of Brand USA, culminating his tenure as ch
