(TAN): Ganesh Jayaram has been named executive vice president and chief digital and information officer of American Airlines, effective September 1, the airline said in a news release.
Jayaram will report to American’s CEO Robert Isom.
“Ganesh has a proven ability to drive innovation in large, complex global organizations that are focused on operational reliability,” said Isom. “His leadership style, global expertise and success in building and implementing both business and technology strategy will serve him incredibly well as he steps in to lead our technology team.”
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In his role as CDIO, Jayaram will provide leadership, vision, and direction for American’s technology organization supporting both technical and business strategic objectives. This includes leading and shaping the roadmap for defining the role technology will play in driving customer and team member experiences.
Jayaram joins the airline from Deere & Company where he has led the information technology organization since 2016 and served as its CIO.
