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JetBlue Names John Swift Vice President, Technology

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JetBlue has appointed John Swift as the new vice president of technology, effective March 14, 2022. Swift will spearhead technical strategy across engineering, QA, cloud, and infrastructure, reporting to Carol Clements, the chief digital and technology officer. He brings over 25 years of experience, previously serving at Discovery+ and leading teams at notable firms like Netflix and Capital One. Clements expressed confidence that Swift's leadership will enhance JetBlue's technological capabilities.

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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU) today announced the appointment of John Swift as the airline’s new vice president, technology effective March 14, 2022. In this role, John will develop the technical strategy across engineering, QA, cloud, and infrastructure. He will report directly to Carol Clements, JetBlue’s chief digital and technology officer.

John Swift, Vice President, Technology. Photo courtesy of JetBlue.

John Swift, Vice President, Technology. Photo courtesy of JetBlue.

“Technology touches virtually everything we do and want to do as a company,” said Clements. “We are all excited to make JetBlue stronger by modernizing our infrastructure and integrating emerging technologies across the travel ribbon. With John’s leadership, I’m confident our team will continue to deliver best-in-class solutions to our customers and crewmembers.”

John comes to JetBlue with more than 25 years of experience in software engineering and product architecture. Most recently, he served as vice president of engineering at the steaming service Discovery+ where he oversaw a global multi-cloud platform organization responsible for digital content delivery. Previously, he has led world-class engineering and product teams for Netflix, Capital One and more.

About JetBlue Airways

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 U.S., Caribbean and Latin America, and between New York and London. For more information, visit jetblue.com.

JetBlue Corporate Communications

Tel: +1.718.709.3089

corpcomm@jetblue.com

Source: JetBlue

FAQ

Who is the new vice president of technology at JetBlue (JBLU)?

John Swift has been appointed as the new vice president of technology at JetBlue.

When did John Swift start at JetBlue (JBLU)?

John Swift began his role as vice president of technology on March 14, 2022.

What is John Swift's background in technology for JetBlue (JBLU)?

John Swift has over 25 years of experience in software engineering and product architecture, with prior roles at Discovery+, Netflix, and Capital One.

What will John Swift's role be at JetBlue (JBLU)?

He will develop the technical strategy across engineering, QA, cloud, and infrastructure.

Who will John Swift report to at JetBlue (JBLU)?

John Swift will report directly to Carol Clements, the chief digital and technology officer.

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