Accelya Appoints Jim Davidson as CEO

(03 Mar 2022, 11:18 +07)  Accelya, a provider of technology solutions to the global airline industry, has appointed Jim Davidson as Chief Executive Officer.

Jim succeeds John Johnston, who transitioned from the CEO position in November but continues as a Special Advisor to the Accelya Board of Directors.

Jim Davidson

Jim has assumed the position of CEO with immediate effect, providing a seamless transition from his role as President and Chief Strategy Officer.

“I’m honored to be named CEO of Accelya,” Jim said. “Over the past few months, I´ve been able to work with the executive team across all areas of the business and am energized by the Accelya team’s commitment to customer success. We are better positioned than ever to continue delivering innovation and game-changing solutions to the global airline and travel industry.”

Jim has over 25 years of airline distribution and commerce experience, and has worked as President and CEO of NTE; President and CEO of Amadeus Global Travel - North America; Head of Sales and Marketing at System One; and VP of Marketing at Reed Travel Group / OAG.

It was as CEO of Farelogix, prior to its acquisition by Accelya, that Jim oversaw the building of its New Distribution Capabilities (NDC) solutions and established a DNA of transformative innovation. Today those solutions have become a key element of Accelya´s FLX Platform.

“We are excited for the next phase of Accelya´s growth and we are confident that Jim is the perfect leader to guide the company in its mission to accelerate digital transformation of the airline industry,” said Burke Norton, Co-Head of Vista Equity Partners’ Perennial Fund and Accelya Board Member. “Jim’s extensive global leadership experience, combined with his deep understanding of the needs of airlines worldwide, will ensure a smooth transition and strong leadership as Accelya continues to focus on innovation and the commercial success of its customers.”

See also: Future of Airline Distribution and NDC - HD Video and Podcast Interview with Yanik Hoyles, IATA.