John Strickland | Director
JLS Consulting

Director, John Strickland, is a graduate of the University of York and has held senior positions including network planning and revenue management with a number of airlines including British Caledonian, British Airways, KLMuk and Buzz. He was instrumental in the decision by KLM to establish the low cost airline Buzz and in shaping its network. More than 40 years of experience have exposed him to the business models of regional, global, legacy and low cost carriers.

JLS Consulting was established in 2003, providing strategic insight and advisory services concerning the air transport industry for a wide range of clients including airports, airlines and investors.
John provides expert independent business and financial commentary on the sector for leading media including the BBC, Sky, Bloomberg and CNN. He is a regular conference chair and moderator at industry events, frequently interviewing leading senior executives.

Appearances:

World Aviation Festival Day 3 @ 11:30

Keynote Interview: How Ryanair are embracing technology and premium offers to boost CX and enhance loyalty?

Interviewee: Eddie Wilson, Chief Executive Officer, Ryanair DAC

Interviewer: John Strickland, Director, JLS Consulting

World Aviation Festival Day 3 @ 12:00

Keynote Interview: How could consolidation accelerate growth in the LATAM market?

Interviewee: John Rodgerson, Chief Executive Officer, Azul Brazilian Airlines

Interviewer: John Strickland, Director, JLS Consulting

World Aviation Festival Day 3 @ 12:15

LCC CEO Panel: The evolution of low-cost carriers

How are LCCs unlocking new customer segments and giving more options to leisure travelers?
Addressing legacy technology challenges—how are LCCs overcoming issues that have long affected full-service airlines?
Leveraging AI for demand forecasting, aircraft availability predictions, and operational cost reductions
Navigating country-specific bans on ancillary items—what impact have they had, and how can LCCs mitigate future restrictions?
Striking a balance between sustainability goals and evolving customer experience expectations.
How will the LCCs maintain dominance in the direct channel as intermediaries become smarter and more advanced?

Marcel de Nooijer, Chief Executive Officer, Transavia

Eddie Wilson, Chief Executive Officer, Ryanair DAC

John Rodgerson, Chief Executive Officer, Azul Brazilian Airlines

Karanja Ndegwa, MD & CEO, Jambojet Ltd