Klemen Ferjan

Chief Of Staff Business Transformation Leader at Amerijet International

Klemen Ferjan has a diverse work experience in various industries. Klemen started their career as an Organizer for the JMSB MBA International Case Competition, where they handled budgeting, logistics, and technology. In 2007, they became an Entrepreneur and Managing Director for Gill Sports Central Europe, where they successfully established a Canadian sports apparel brand in the region.

In 2010, Ferjan joined The International Civil Aviation Organization as an Alternate Representative of Slovenia on the Council of ICAO. Klemen coordinated aeropolitics and aviation diplomacy engagements, actively participated in council meetings and relevant committees, and provided sound recommendations based on business analysis.

From 2012 to 2018, Ferjan worked at the International Air Transport Association (IATA) in various roles. Klemen started as a Management Consultant and Project Manager for Airline Operational Cost, and revived the Airline Cost Management Group project, increasing its membership by more than 50% annually. Klemen later became the Manager of Airline Performance Metrics, where they harmonized globally accepted financial and operational performance metrics and KPIs for the airline industry. Finally, they served as a Management Consultant for Airline Performance, establishing the global use of benchmarking and designing cost efficiency consulting solutions for airlines.

Since 2018, Ferjan has been working at Amerijet International, initially as a Senior Management Consultant for Cost Excellence and Program Manager for Business Transformation. Klemen achieved competitive advantage by improving operational cost efficiencies and drove network profitability optimization through key stakeholders. Currently, they serve as the Chief of Staff and Business Transformation Leader, assisting the CEO in decision-making, acting as a strategic partner and trusted advisor, and driving corporate strategy by cascading strategic goals throughout the organization.

Overall, Ferjan's work experience showcases their expertise in business transformation, cost management, performance metrics, and international aviation diplomacy.

Klemen Ferjan has a diverse educational background. Klemen started their education journey at the University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Electrical Engineering, where they obtained a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering degree specializing in Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications. Klemen studied at this institution from 1998 to 2005.

In 2008, Klemen pursued further studies at Concordia University, John Molson School of Business, where they completed a Master of Business Administration (MBA) program with a focus on Finance and Strategy. Klemen successfully completed this degree in 2010.

Following their MBA, Klemen enrolled at the Singapore Aviation Academy and completed a Diploma in Civil Aviation Management. This program allowed him to gain knowledge and skills in the field of Aviation Management. Klemen studied at the Singapore Aviation Academy from 2011 to 2015.

In order to enhance their project management expertise, Klemen undertook a Project Management Professional Certificate program at the University of Miami. This program provided him with specialized knowledge and skills in project management. Klemen obtained this certificate in 2018.

In addition to their formal education, Klemen also acquired several certification courses. In 2017, they obtained certifications in Key Account Management, Learning Data Science: Understanding the Basics, Six Sigma Foundations, and Triple-Threat Project Management from LinkedIn.

Overall, Klemen Ferjan's educational history reflects their dedication to continuous learning and acquiring knowledge in various fields, such as electrical engineering, finance, strategy, aviation management, and project management.

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Timeline

  • Chief Of Staff Business Transformation Leader

    September, 2020 - present

  • Senior Management Consultant Cost Excellence Program Manager Business Transformation

    March, 2018

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