Friday, April 12, 2024
Global Airlines has welcomed Dan Horner as its newest addition to the team, bringing with him a wealth of experience from his tenure at KPMG. With a background in aviation projects for major players like British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, and Qantas, Dan is well-versed in airline operations, financial reporting, and commercial finance.
His arrival comes at an opportune moment for Global Airlines, as it finalizes arrangements with Airbus for the delivery of its first aircraft. This acquisition marks a significant milestone for the company, signaling its commitment to expansion and service enhancement.
Reporting directly to CEO James Asquith, Dan will play a pivotal role in shaping Global Airlines’ financial strategy, collaborating closely with senior management across various departments, including commercial, investor relations, and business planning. His expertise and insight are poised to drive the company’s success as it embarks on its next phase of growth and development.
Commenting on the appointment, James Asquith, CEO and Founder of Global Airlines said, “Thanks to his time at KPMG, Dan not only joins Global with significant industry experience, but he’s also passionate about aviation and he, like all our colleagues and partners, sees the opportunity for Global to flourish.
“The finance function is the foundation of any successful organisation, and I am confident that Dan will play a key role in embedding rock-solid business principles into the organisation that will provide confidence to investors, regulators, partners as well as help attract more talent as we grow the function.”
Dan Horner, Global’s new Head of Finance added “This is an exciting opportunity to join the Global team, working with market leading aviation experts to meet the goals and vision of the business.
“I look forward to building a strong finance function with like-minded finance professionals who have an interest in the aviation industry.”
Dan is additionally certified as a chartered accountant and holds membership with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales.
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