JetBlue Names Ellen Ham Vice President, Labor Relations

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JetBlue has appointed Ellen Ham as its new vice president of labor relations, effective immediately. She will oversee the airline's labor relations strategy and report directly to Laurie Villa, the chief people officer. Ham joins JetBlue with over 20 years of experience in labor and employee relations, previously serving as director of labor relations at Republic Airways and as a labor and employment attorney at FordHarrison LLP. Ellen expressed excitement about joining JetBlue during its expansion phase.

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• Ellen Ham appointed as VP of labor relations, bringing over 20 years of experience.
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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU) today announced the appointment of Ellen Ham as the carrier’s new vice president, labor relations effective immediately. In this role, Ham will oversee the company’s labor relations strategy and will report to Laurie Villa, JetBlue’s chief people officer.

Ellen Ham, Vice President, Labor Relations , JetBlue. (Photo: Business Wire)

“We are excited to welcome Ellen to JetBlue,” said Villa. “She is an experienced, strategic leader who is passionate about putting people first. Ellen will provide an invaluable perspective in how we support our crewmembers, and I look forward to working with her to ensure our unique culture continues to be our greatest differentiator.”

Ham brings with her more than two decades of experience in labor and employee relations. She comes to JetBlue most recently from Republic Airways where she served as the director of labor relations. Prior to this, she was a labor and employment attorney at FordHarrison LLP, serving as one of the leaders of the firm’s airline practice group.

She added: “I’m honored to join the JetBlue team and look forward to meeting and working with crewmembers across the company during this exciting time in its expansion.”

Ham is a graduate of the University of Florida College of Law.

About JetBlue

JetBlue is New York's Hometown Airline®, and a leading carrier in Boston, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood, Los Angeles, Orlando and San Juan. JetBlue carries customers across the United States, Caribbean and Latin America and London. For more information, visit jetblue.com.

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FAQ

Who is the new vice president of labor relations at JetBlue?

Ellen Ham has been appointed as the new vice president of labor relations at JetBlue.

What experience does Ellen Ham bring to JetBlue?

Ellen Ham brings over 20 years of experience in labor and employee relations, including roles at Republic Airways and FordHarrison LLP.

When did Ellen Ham start her role at JetBlue?

Ellen Ham's appointment as vice president of labor relations at JetBlue is effective immediately.

Who does Ellen Ham report to at JetBlue?

Ellen Ham reports to Laurie Villa, JetBlue's chief people officer.