Ep40: Breeze Airways CEO David Neeleman: A Journey Into Innovation

Join us for an exciting conversation with David Neeleman, the mastermind behind Breeze Airways™. Don’t miss his stories about the fascinating details of the start-up airline, including its goals, vibrant company culture, and highly anticipated fleet composition. Hear all of this and more when you tune in!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE

• What separates Breeze Airways™ from other airlines?

• Actions Breeze Airways™ takes to ensure the well-being of airline employees

• Favorable benefits of flying for Breeze Airways™

• Breeze Airways™ programs to outsource talents and streamline their hiring process

• The key concern on the unionization of Breeze Airways™ pilots

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED

• JetBlue

• Jonathan Ornstein

• United Airlines

• Chick-fil-A

• The Checklist by Alexandra Franzen | Paperback 

• SkyWest Airlines

• National Mediation Board

• The Air Line Pilots Association

ABOUT DAVID NEELEMAN

David is the Founder and CEO of Breeze Airways™. He is a remarkable entrepreneur who has created successful airlines like JetBlue, Morris Air, WestJet, and Azul. Born in Brazil, he later moved to Utah. David co-founded Morris Air in 1984, implementing innovative systems such as electronic ticketing and home reservationists. After selling Morris Air, he developed the Open Skies reservation system and acted as a consultant for WestJet. David then founded JetBlue Airways, leading it to become a major airline and earning numerous awards. He subsequently launched Azul in Brazil, expanding air travel options.

Now, David focuses on the US market with Breeze Airways, operating 39 routes and planning to reinvent low-cost travel with nonstop service. Breeze currently operates 13 aircraft and has orders for 60 more, with deliveries starting in October.

CONNECT WITH DAVID

• Website: Breeze Airways™

• LinkedIn: David Neeleman

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