Air Methods Announces Leadership Changes to Tourism Division
June 20 2016 - 04:01PM
Air Methods Corporation (Nasdaq:AIRM), the world’s largest
helicopter operator, today announced the appointment of David Doerr
to president of the Tourism Division and Jim Greiner as president
of Sundance Helicopters, effective immediately.
In the newly created position, Doerr will be responsible for the
leadership, strategic direction and growth of the Tourism Division,
including overseeing Sundance Helicopters and Blue Hawaiian
Helicopters, Air Methods’ heli-tour operations serving Las Vegas,
Nevada, the Grand Canyon and Hawaii. Doerr joined Air Methods as
executive vice president of Business Development in late 2013,
bringing nearly 25 years of experience in financial, operational
and general management positions along with significant experience
in mergers and acquisitions. He will retain his executive vice
president responsibilities with Air Methods while leading the
Tourism Division.
Aaron Todd, chief executive officer of Air Methods, stated, “We
are pleased to recognize David’s significant contributions to Air
Methods with his promotion to this newly established leadership
role. David has a wealth of knowledge and experience, and we are
excited to have his expertise in driving the growth of our tourism
business.”
Greiner brings 25 years of experience in
business-to-consumer, Internet and mobile app industries to the
company. Prior to joining Sundance Helicopters, Greiner served as
president of iTriage, LLC, an Aetna company. He joined the company
in 2009 as chief operating officer during its start-up phase,
building the team from 17 employees to more than 120 and
successfully running a process to sell the company to Aetna.
Greiner was previously the top executive at MapQuest where he led a
team delivering annual growth rates in excess 20 percent per
year.
“I’m delighted to welcome Jim to the tourism team,” said Doerr.
“Jim’s experience and proven success in developing and growing
businesses is a great addition to the leadership of our
organization. Adding Jim to the team will complement the strong
leadership Gregg Lundberg provides to our Blue Hawaiian business.
It is truly is an exciting time for the Tourism Division.”
Air Methods Corporation (www.airmethods.com) is
the global leader in air medical transportation. The Air Medical
Services Division is the largest provider of air medical transport
services in the United States. The United Rotorcraft Division
specializes in the design and manufacture of aeromedical and
aerospace technology. The Tourism Division is comprised of Sundance
Helicopters, Inc. and Blue Hawaiian Helicopters, which provide
helicopter tours and charter flights in the Las Vegas/Grand Canyon
region and Hawaii, respectively. Air Methods’ fleet of owned,
leased or maintained aircraft features over 400 helicopters and
fixed wing aircraft.
CONTACTS: Christina Brodsly,
Director, Corporate Communications (303) 256-4122 or
christina.brodsly@airmethods.com. Please contact Christina to be
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