Pinar Meitzner named Managing Director of Jettainer Americas
Jettainer has appointed Pinar Meitzner as the new managing director of Jettainer Americas. She succeeds Shailendar Kothari, who will retire at the end of the year after nearly seven years with Jettainer. With her extensive experience in the aviation industry and her strong international network, Meitzner will lead Jettainer’s activities across the region, working closely with customers and partners throughout North and South America as Jettainer continues to explore growth opportunities across the Americas.
Before joining Jettainer, Meitzner served as Head of Commercials US at DO & CO, having previously held various leadership positions at LSG Sky Chefs in Europe and the United States. Throughout her career, she has built strong relationships with airlines, developed international customer networks, and successfully driven business growth in competitive aviation markets. She will now bring this experience to Jettainer to further strengthen the company’s business across the Americas.
“Pinar brings extensive airline expertise, a strong international network and a deep understanding of our industry. These qualities will be a great asset as we continue to develop our activities in the Americas. We continue to see attractive opportunities throughout North and South America and are committed to further strengthening our presence across the region,” says Dr. Jan-Wilhelm Breithaupt, CEO of Jettainer. “At the same time, I would like to thank Shailendar Kothari for his outstanding commitment and contribution to Jettainer over the years. He has played an important role in developing our business in the Americas and leaves a strong foundation for the future.”
“I am delighted to join Jettainer and lead its business in the Americas,” says Pinar Meitzner. “Having worked closely with airlines for many years, I understand the importance of reliable partnerships. I look forward to working with our team, customers and partners to strengthen our relationships and grow the business together.”
Shailendar Kothari has played a key role in building Jettainer’s business in the Americas and strengthening customer relationships across the region. As he retires, he hands over responsibility for Jettainer Americas to Meitzner and a team well positioned to continue the company’s development in the region.
“It has been a privilege to be part of Jettainer and to work alongside our customers and colleagues,” says Shailendar Kothari. “I am proud of what we have achieved together and of the strong relationships we have built over the years. What I will remember most are the dedicated people I have had the pleasure to work with across Jettainer and throughout the industry. I am delighted to hand over responsibility to Pinar and am confident that she and the team will continue building on this strong foundation and take Jettainer Americas forward.”
