Riccardo Simonelli is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in airport operations, having worked at WestJet since November 2001 in various leadership roles, including Director for both Canadian and International Airports, where accountability extended to over 30 airports across Canada and operations in the United States, Europe, and Latin America. Previous positions include Regional Manager overseeing multiple airports, Senior Category Manager for procurement, and Manager roles focused on guest solutions and system support. Riccardo's educational background includes degrees in Building Leadership Essentials, Project Management, and Six Sigma Green Belt, among others, supplemented by specialized training in negotiation and change management.